Overview
The eyes carry the majority of facial expression, so eyelid surgery delivers a disproportionate improvement in how rested you appear. Upper lid surgery removes excess skin; lower lid surgery redistributes rather than simply removes fat, which prevents the hollowed look of older techniques.
Who it suits
- Excess upper lid skin resting on the lashes or restricting the visual field
- Under-eye bags or tear-trough hollowing
- Tired appearance disproportionate to how you feel
The procedure
Often under local anaesthesia with sedation, 1 to 2 hours. Upper incisions hide in the natural crease; lower lid work is frequently performed from inside the lid with no external scar.
Recovery
Cold compresses, mild swelling and bruising.
Sutures removed; most return to work.
Residual swelling settles, scars fade steadily.
Results
Upper eyelid results commonly last a decade or more; lower eyelid correction is generally long-term.
Questions
Does it change my eye shape?
No. Conservative planning preserves your natural lid contour and shape.
Can it be done with a facelift?
Yes, and combining reduces total recovery time.