eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)

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eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)

Eye bag and eyelid surgery can make you look years younger, giving you a fresher face and a more youthful appearance.

what are the benefits of blepharoplasty?  

At The Levant Clinic, it’s about refreshing your eyes naturally to restore your youthful appearance. Blepharoplasty is a widespread procedure among men and is great for turning back the clock. But, perhaps more than any other part of your face, the area around your eyes can start to show signs of ageing first. Eyelid and eye bag surgery is a short procedure that can effectively transform your look.

The benefits of blepharoplasty include:

  • A boost of confidence
  • Minimal downtime
  • Restoring fresher and more youthful eyes
  • Looking more rested and alert
  • Reduced drooping or hooded eyelids
  • Tightening of creases and folds in the upper and lower eyelids
  • Eye bag removal – Reduced puffiness under the eye
  • Improved vision, caused by drooping eyelids
  • Long term results

 

types of eyelid surgery

There are two types of blepharoplasty surgery. They can be performed separately or together, and they are often combined with a facelift and fat transfer procedures.

  • Upper blepharoplasty – surgery to the eyelid where loose skin has accumulated as folds in the upper eyelids and formed deepening creases in the lower eyelids. This surgery reshapes the eyelids by removing excess skin and fat making them look more youthful and alert.
  • Lower blepharoplasty – surgery to the bags under the eye to remove loose and sagging skin. The surgery reduces under-eye puffiness to leave the eyes refreshed and rejuvenated.
  • Both together – it is common to have upper and lower blepharoplasties simultaneously. 

Wrinkle-relaxing injections may be a better alternative to surgery if you have fine lines around your eyes without drooping eyelids or visible eye bags. While this treatment needs to be repeated to maintain the effect, it can provide excellent results in rejuvenating the eyes and creating a fresh appearance. At The Levant Clinic, wrinkle relaxing injections are performed exclusively by our surgeons, trained in facial cosmetic surgery.

at a glance

Procedure time

1-2 hours (upper) 2-3 hours lower

Anaesthetic type

Local or general

Hospital stay

Day or overnight

Recuperation

one - two weeks

Price from

.............. £3,000

Your four step journey

Your four step journey

your consultation

Our expert surgeons will answer your questions so you make the decision that’s right for you.

We are sure you will have many questions about eyelid and eye bag surgery. At The Levant Clinic, we have an expert team of cosmetic surgeons renowned for their expertise and experience in eyelid surgery. Your consultation with your surgeon is comprehensive and never rushed.

your surgeon will:

  • Review your medical history
  • Discuss your aims and expectations
  • Assess whether eyelid or eye bag surgery is suitable for you
  • Consider which technique they will use
  • Tell you about the potential risks and complications of blepharoplasty

you can expect:

  • A complete examination of your eyes and face, including skin quality
  • Your questions to be answered, including aftercare and the recovery process
  • Your surgeon to show you before and after photographs of their work
  • A clinic letter detailing your discussion with your surgeon and surgical plan
  • To leave the consultation feeling better informed to help you decide if eyelid or eye bag surgery is right for you

getting ready for your blepharoplasty

We have a warm, welcoming approach and look after you every step of the way.

pre-op assessments and advice

Leading up to your procedure we will:

  • Encourage you to talk to us if you have any questions
  • Arrange a pre-op meeting with your surgeon
  • Provide medication advice – we ask you to stop medications that increase the risk of bleeding, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and herbal medicines, for two weeks before surgery.
  • Provide advice about smoking and alcohol – we’ll tell you when to stop.

If you’re having a general anaesthetic blepharoplasty, you’ll also have pre-operative assessments, including MRSA superbug (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) swabs.

 

preparing for your hospital stay

Local and General anaesthestic cases

  • We suggest you arrange for someone to pick you up from the hospital the day after your blepharoplasty, as you won’t be able to drive.

general anaesthetic cases

  • You shouldn’t eat or drink anything in the six hours before surgery
  • You can have a small glass of water up to two hours before your admission time, but it must not include any juice, cordial or flavourings
  •  We will also give you advice regarding any other medications you are taking.

what to bring with you on the day

general anaesthetic cases

  • Any medication you are taking
  • Dressing gown and slippers
  • Something to read
  • Toiletries.

eyelid and eye bag removal

We have a safety-first approach and only select cosmetic surgeons holding the FRCS (Plast) qualification.

at the hospital

Your blepharoplasty takes place in a CQC-registered hospital. Your surgical team will get you ready for your surgery:

  • Local anaesthetic blepharoplasty – On the day of your procedure, you’ll be welcomed by the team and settled into the treatment room. Your surgeon will spend time with you before your blepharoplasty, putting you at ease by answering any questions you may have. You’ll have pre-op photographs taken, and your eyes and face will be marked.
  • General anaesthetic blepharoplasty – The surgical team will prepare you for your surgery after admission. Your surgeon and anaesthetist will also meet with you, and you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions. We’ll take pre-operation photographs, and your face and eyes are marked up and ready for surgery.

 

blepharoplasty – what happens?

Your surgeon focuses on making you look a refreshed and younger version of yourself. A blepharoplasty procedure will differ for each patient, as no two people are the same.

  • Upper eyelid surgery can be carried out under a local anaesthetic for some patients, offering quicker recovery. It takes about one hour to perform, and you’ll go home the same day. First, the surgeon makes small incisions along the upper eyelid’s natural crease. Then they carefully separate the skin from the underlying tissue, remove or reposition the fatty tissue, tighten the muscles and close with sutures.
  • Lower eyelid surgery is surgery to remove eye bags under the eye. It takes one-and-a-half to two hours to perform, and you can go home the same day. While your surgeon can carry out this surgery under local anaesthetic, we often recommend it be carried out under general anaesthetic to achieve the best results. Your surgeon will make a small incision along the lower lash line, remove excess fat, reshape the skin and remove excess fat.
  • Upper and lower blepharoplasties combined provide eyelid reshaping, under-eye bag, and skin removal. Most clients have upper and lower eyelid correction at the same time. You’re likely to stay in the hospital overnight, and in most cases, we’ll do your surgery under general anaesthetic.

If you have fine lines around your eyes, without drooping eyelids or under-eye bags, you may find that having wrinkle-filling injections is more suitable than surgery. While the surgeon must repeat the treatment to maintain the effect, it can provide excellent results in rejuvenating the eyes and turning back the clock.

after your blepharoplasty

Everyone at The Levant Clinic is committed to delivering outstanding patient care.

getting home

We will put you at ease by giving you post-operative advice before leaving the hospital. We recommend that a friend or family member takes you home, as you won’t be able to drive.

 

outstanding aftercare

  • You will remain under the direct care of your surgeon, with support from our dedicated team
  • We don’t pass you to a nurse for follow-up care
  • We’ll give you a 24/7 telephone number to call if you have any questions
  • Our team can put you in touch with your surgeon directly at any time.

recovery timeline

Blepharoplasty is a quick and straightforward procedure with minimal downtime. Although everyone is different, here’s a general guide to what you can expect after eyelid surgery:
same day
  • You’ll go home if you’re having upper eyelid surgery alone.
next day
  • You’ll go home if you have an overnight stay in the hospital.
first two weeks
  • You are likely to feel sore and tender, but the pain relief we prescribe will reduce any discomfort
  • You’ll have some swelling and bruising
  • When sleeping, we advise you to elevate your head and sleep on your back, as this will help the swelling
  • We encourage you to mobilise as much as possible but suggest you avoid strenuous activity
  • You may feel more tired than usual, so it’s advisable to have someone available to help with daily activities
  • Stitches are removed five to seven days after your blepharoplasty
  • You may want to take one to two weeks before returning to work, but this may be a little longer, depending on your job
  • You will have a follow-up appointment with your surgeon.
two weeks and beyond
  • After around four to six weeks, there will be some residual bruising.
  • You can usually be back to driving two weeks after you have stopped taking pain medication and can perform an emergency manoeuvre (stop)
  • You can take short-haul flights after two weeks
  • You can expect to return to normal activities, including exercise, within six weeks
  • Long-haul flights are possible after six weeks
  • You will see the full results of your eyelid surgery in four to six weeks
  • Keep your scars out of direct sunlight for 12 months.

You can exercise six weeks after your blepharoplasty.

Most patients take two weeks to recover before returning to work, depending on your job type.

You can start driving once you have stopped taking pain medication and can perform an emergency manoeuvre (stop), usually about two weeks after the procedure.

You’ll need a week’s grace for any travel. We advise waiting two weeks before boarding a plane – and up to six weeks for a long-haul flight.

It’s normal to experience swelling after eyelid surgery, but it will continue to settle in the weeks following your procedure. You should be able to see the results of your blepharoplasty in about four to six weeks. Your eyes will be fresher, and your appearance commonly is 5 to 10 years younger.

You will have scars after surgery, but they are mostly hidden in the crease of your eyes and under your lower lid. They are very fine, and once healed, they will be tough to detect.


“The bags under my eyes gave me a permanently tired look. The research I did, the positive reviews about Mr Jallali and a reasonable fee all made me choose to proceed.”

David

frequently asked questions

We have partnered with Plim to offer tailored finance options that help you pay for your procedure – and we are clear about the costs of surgery at every stage.

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In your initial consultation, you will have time to discuss your concerns, find your options and consider which approach will be most suitable for you.

It is always a good idea to have a list of questions you may want to ask in advance. But we understand that there’s often much to discuss, so if you forget to ask a question during the consultation, you can contact our dedicated team, who can return to your surgeon and get the answer. Questions you may want to consider are:

  • Is eyelid surgery right for me?
  • What surgical technique do you recommend?
  • How long of a recovery period can I expect, and what kind of help will I need during my recovery?
  • What do I need to do to get the best results from my eyelid correction?
  • Do you have before and after photos I can look at for this procedure?

Eyelid and eye bag surgery are relatively low risk when being carried out by a qualified plastic surgeon, but there are possible complications.

With an upper blepharoplasty, most patients find it difficult to close their eyes for the first few days. With both upper and lower eyelid surgery, you may experience dry or watery eyes for up to three months after your procedure.

Further complications include bleeding beneath the skin (haematoma), numbness, infection and venous thromboembolism (VTE). Rare complications include drooping of the lower eyelid (ectropion) and vision loss. Your surgeon will explain the risks and complications associated with your operation in more detail during the consultation.

Our surgeons at The Levant Clinic are accredited by the General Medical Council (GMC). We selected them for their high skills, years of cosmetic surgery experience and professional plastic surgery qualification – FRCS (Plast). We take the utmost care to ensure we minimise any risks.

The results of eyelid surgery typically last 8 to 10 years, but every patient is different. A healthy lifestyle and good skincare routine will help you maintain the effects of your blepharoplasty for as long as possible. However, the ageing process doesn’t stop after a blepharoplasty, so you may wish to keep your new appearance with aesthetic and rejuvenating treatments.

If you have only wrinkles and fine lines around your eyes, you may be more suited to non-surgical wrinkle treatments, such as anti-ageing injectables. At The Levant Clinic, our anti-wrinkle injectable treatments are all performed by our highly skilled cosmetic surgeons.

A blepharoplasty will rejuvenate your appearance, making you look fresher and younger. On average, clients feel more confident and look 5 to 10 years younger. This is because our eyes tend to be the first part of our face that starts to give away the tell-tale signs of ageing. So, eyelid surgery can transform and rejuvenate the appearance of your face.

While ageing is the most common cause of eyelid droop and the onset of eye bags; there are other lifestyle factors which can accelerate this natural process:

  • Smoking
  • Sun exposure
  • A lack of sleep
  • Stress
  • A poor diet
  • Genetics
  • Weight loss

People may choose to have eyelid or eye bag surgery for several reasons. You may be suitable for this procedure if:

  • Your eyes are affecting your confidence
  • You want to look more youthful and refreshed
  • You have loose skin, wrinkles, or folds on your eyelids
  • You developed bags under your eyes
  • Your face looks tired
  • You want to improve volume in your eye area
  • Your drooping eyelids are affecting your vision

Contact us today to discuss your options.

why choose the levant clinic?

We focus on results, safety and care. We promise you:

  • Highly experienced surgeons – award-winning surgeons with five-star ratings
  • Safety – GMC accredited surgeons on the specialist register for plastic surgery
  • Prestigious London hospitals
  • Results you can trust
  • Competitively priced for our expertise
  • Comprehensive consultations – plenty of time to talk to your surgeon and ask questions, with detailed patient information tailored to you.
  • Outstanding follow up care – as many post-operative appointments as you need – all with your surgeon. We don’t pass you to a nurse for this, as your aftercare is vital.
  • Peace of mind – 24-hour support through our patient helpline.

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client story

David’s blepharoplasty

  • Positive reviews
  • Very professional
  • Speedy recovery
  • Would absolutely recommend our surgeon
  • More confident
  • Looks younger and fresher

Read David’s story here

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meet the team

Mr Navid Jallali

Mr Navid Jallali is one of the most highly experienced and trusted consultant plastic surgeons and reconstructive surgeons, practising in the UK.

Mr Davood Fallahdar

Mr. Fallahdar is a renowned and trusted consultant plastic surgeon with over 15 years of experience in all aspects of plastic surgery.

Debbie

As Levant’s practice manager, Debbie reflects our values of high-quality patient care and professionalism.


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