Surgery to improve the appearance of the eyelids is called blepharoplasty. The goal of blepharoplasty is to give the eyes a more youthful look by removing excess skin, bulging fat and lax muscle from the upper lids. If the sagging skin obstructs peripheral vision, blepharoplasty can eliminate the obstruction and expand the visual field. Excess skin and fat are removed from the upper lid through a cut hidden in the natural eyelid crease. If the upper lid is droopy, the muscle that raises the lid can be tightened. The cut is then closed with fine stitches.
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What is Upper Eyelid Lift Surgery?
Upper lid Blepharoplasty, also referred to as "Eyelid Lift Surgery," is an eyelid surgical procedure that particularly addresses the upper eyelids. An upper eyelid blepharoplasty focuses on the area between the eyebrow and the lash line and targets problems like sagging skin, bulging fat, and drooping muscles, which create a hooded appearance and obstruct peripheral vision. Eyelid lift surgery involves carefully making incisions inside the eyelid's natural folds, performed under local anaesthesia or twilight anaesthesia.
Surgical eyelid lift for hooded eyelids (Blepharochalasis)
Duration
1-2 hours
Driving
After 1 week
Anaesthesia
local or twilight
Hospital Stay
Day Case
Excercise
After 3-4 weeks
Final Results
up to 10 years
Pre Admission tests
Blood, MRSA, +/- ECG
Addresses
Eyelid Puffiness/Hooding
Down time
1-2 Weeks
Advantages of Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Reduce Tired Appearance
Helps make you look less tired, as it helps to remove the heaviness and eye bags, leaving you with a refreshed look.
Correct Vision Problems
Eyelid lift surgery can improve visual impairments caused by saggy upper eyelid skin, making day-to-day activities easier.
Long-Term Improvement
Offers long-lasting solutions for tired eyes, so most people won’t need to have the procedure done again.
Minimal Scarring
Carefully hidden and minimal scaring, which allows you to decide whether you wish to discuss your procedure with others.
Invisible scar: Cut is hidden in the natural eyelid crease.
Long-lasting results [for up to 10 years].
Unmatched expertise: Performed by a highly skilled oculoplastic surgeon.
How Does Eyelid Lift Surgery
Procedure Work?
Eyelid Lift Surgery helps to rejuvenate the eye area by removing excess skin from the upper lid. During the procedure, we make a small cut hidden within the eyelid’s natural crease, carefully remove unwanted tissues, and carve and tighten the muscle. If the upper lid is droopy (ptosis), the muscle that raises the lid can also be tightened. The cut is then closed with fine stitches. An upper eyelid blepharoplasty is generally performed under local anaesthesia as a day case, so you can go home on the same day. The surgery is performed by an oculoplastic surgeon, Dr. Shah-Desai, who uses a signature “Zip Stitch” technique to minimise scarring.
Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty Before and After
See the Eyelid Lift Surgery before and after results below achieved by Dr. Sabrina.
Disclaimer : Your results may vary. Any specific claims or duration of results vary for each patient and are not guaranteed.
Patient Reviews
“I had a very positive experience. She provided me with relevant pictures of what to expect post surgery which was very useful. Her post op information was clear and easy to follow. She came across as a very caring and confident practitioner. The outcome she described before surgery was realistic and she skilfully performed this.”
“I would like to express how happy I am with the results of my upper blepharoplasty. My eyes have healed really well and I am already getting compliments on how perfect they look! I would like to thank Mrs Sabrina Shah-Desai for her time, caring attitude and excellent results.”
“I've been wanting to have upper & lower lid surgery for some years. I have hereditary heavy eyelids, tea troughs & also bags under my eyes. I'm constantly told I'm looking tired! I researched a lot of surgeons & finally came across Sabrina Shah-Desai through a recommendation from an aesthetic nurse.”
“I feel that I've found my 'face doctor' and that is as valuable to me as the happiness I feel when I look in the mirror. Thanks too to Abi who was on hand during my recovery. She has a kind and caring nature and was on call the whole time during my recovery to give me the reassurance that I occasionally needed.”
“By far the best experience I have ever had with a doctor! Mrs Shah Desai is so professional, knowledgable and thorough with her approach and at the same time so kind, warm and friendly. I highly recommend her for any kind of surgery in the eye area.... I had a very fast and smooth recovery and I am so pleased with the results!”
“I've had very heavy set eyes for the last 10 years that's aged me and decided that I now wanted to have treatment to help this problem. At consultation with Sabrina I felt confedent about suggested treatment for me. I had Blepharoplasty which was almost pain free and am so happy with my results.”
Meet the Expert: Dr. Sabrina Shah-Desai
With over two decades of surgical and non-surgical experience, Dr. Sabrina Shah-Desai is currently considered to be one of the safest, most experienced oculoplastic surgeons in the UK. Her extensive training, in combination with her caring and empathetic nature, makes her a natural choice for patients seeking the very best care. For this reason, Dr. Sabrina Shah-Desai appears consistently in Tatler magazine as one of the UK’s “Best Eye Surgeon” and “Top Doctors” since 2019, and is the recipient of multiple awards, including “Best Aesthetic Doctor” Safety in Beauty Diamond Award 2023, “Consultant Surgeon of the Year”, “Best Surgical Result” Aesthetic Awards 2021 & Highly Commended “Consultant Surgeon of the Year” Aesthetic Awards 2022. She was voted by “MyFaceMyBody” as one of the Global 100 most influential aesthetic practitioners in 2019 & 2020.
Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty Cost in London
Prices are a guide; your doctor will calculate the total upper eyelid lift cost in the UK during the consultation.
Unilateral blepharoplasty from £4,500
Bilateral blepharoplasty from £5,500
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Patient Questions About Upper Eyelid Lifts And Brow Lifts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the recovery time following Eyelid Lift Surgery?
It generally takes one week to recover from the initial Eyelid Lift Surgery. During that time, you cannot exercise or put your body under extraneous strain, though you can go about your normal activities. The wound takes 2-4 weeks to heal significantly, and the stitches will be removed between 7-10 days. If you’re curious about the results, you can find many pictures of the upper eyelid blepharoplasty before and after here.
Read the whole treatment journey from one of Dr. Sabrina’s patients here.
Will Eyelid Lift Surgery feminise male eyelids?
Eyelid Lift Surgery should not make male eyes appear more feminine if correctly performed. Most men have naturally low brows, which are T-shaped (versus a woman’s high, arched brows), and these can cause the eyes to appear “hooded” early on. Due to sagging upper lids and brows, hooded eyelids can affect the upper field of vision like a horse wearing blinkers. When lifting the brow and eyes in men, it is important not to feminise their appearance and to retain their natural T-shape. If you’re looking for eyelid lift surgery in London, Dr. Shah-Desai’s deep knowledge of anatomy allows you to achieve the desired results while ensuring safety.
What are the common risks of Eyelid Lift Surgery?
The potential risks associated with Eyelid Lift Surgery include:
– Bruising, which can last from 1–3 weeks.
– Swelling can be severe in the lower eyelids for 2-3 weeks, even if only the upper lids are operated on.
– Blurring of vision for the first week after the surgery.
– Feelings of irritation, dryness, or excessive tearing may persist for 6 weeks or more.
– Temporary or permanent reduction in blink.
– Swelling and tightness in the eyelids after surgery may cause minor discomfort or pain.
– Temporary dry eye, which can occasionally worsen pre-existing dry eye or blepharitis and may present as eyelid lumps or chalazion that may require further treatment.
– VVisibility of the upper eyelid scar can take 3–6 months to fade. Although 99% of scars hidden in the crease are barely visible, 1% may be pale, thickened, or depressed and may have a different colour.
Will my surgical scars be visible afterwards?
The cuts are not apparent as they are concealed within the eyelids’ natural creases, beneath the lower lash line, or inside the lower eyelid. Following the healing process, these cuts become unnoticeable.
Can I start reading right away after surgery?
After the surgery, your vision may be impaired due to eyelid swelling and the use of eye lubricants that we provide. But in a few days, your vision will totally return, and you’ll be able to read without any issues.
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