Upper Blepharoplasty London

Your eyes are the window to your soul, a phrase commonly associated with William Shakespeare, is a great way to express the importance of them and what they say about you. However, drooping eyelids or excess skin can make you look more tired than you feel. With upper blepharoplasty, London-based patients can achieve a fresher, more youthful appearance through precise and natural-looking results.

At Dominic Bray Facial Plastic Surgery, we have been helping patients all over London and the surrounding areas fine-tune their look with upper blepharoplasty surgery designed to bring the youthful appearance back to their eyes.

To learn more about both upper and lower eyelid surgery or to book a consultation, click here, email [email protected] or call +44 203 417 9980 today.

What Is Upper Blepharoplasty?

Upper blepharoplasty, also known as upper eyelid surgery, is a type of cosmetic eyelid surgery that focuses on removing excess skin and fat from the upper eyelids.

Although blepharoplasty treatment may sound a little excessive for a cosmetic procedure, it brings very important improvements for functionality. It is possible that droopy eyelids and excess skin can affect vision.

Why Consider Eyelid Lift Surgery?

As with all cosmetic procedures, one of the reasons for considering eyelid surgery is the elasticity of skin caused by the natural ageing process. When facial skin loses elasticity, it leads to sagging and loose skin, resulting in a tired or aged appearance.

When that happens around your eyes, it can affect your sight and look undesirable. Well, blepharoplasty surgery can fix that.

An upper eyelid lift can:

• Restore a defined upper eyelid crease
• Reduce drooping skin and heaviness
• Improve overall facial aesthetics
• Help you look more refreshed and alert

Many patients choose to combine blepharoplasty with treatments, like a brow lift, forehead lift, or tear trough fillers for enhanced results. A tailored cosmetic appearance treatment plan will need to be designed based on your needs to ensure you are fully aware of everything before you undergo surgery.

The Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty Procedure

Before you undergo upper eyelid blepharoplasty surgery, our team will ensure you are fully aware of what we will perform. During the process, a qualified plastic surgeon carefully removes skin, muscle, and fat while preserving a natural look.

• Incisions are placed within the natural eyelid crease
• Removing excess fat and tissue reshapes the eyelid
• Techniques are used to minimise visible scarring

Before you panic, don’t worry, the procedure is usually carried out under local (or general) anaesthetic, to make sure the aesthetic surgery is as painless as possible for you.

Who Is Suitable for Blepharoplasty?

It is very important to determine whether or not a patient is suitable before committing to eye lift surgery.

Most patients considering blepharoplasty surgery are experiencing:

• Drooping eyelids
• Loose skin affecting the upper lids
• A tired or aged appearance
• Concerns linked to thyroid eye disease or ptosis surgery

A full initial consultation will review your medical history and determine the most suitable approach. If you have any chronic illnesses, such as diabetes or dry eye syndrome, you will need a full check to determine whether or not upper blepharoplasty surgery is a good idea.

Recovery and Results

Blepharoplasty recovery is usually straightforward, as long as patients follow the after-care instructions provided and take the recovery seriously.

Usually, within a week, you can expect stitches to be removed, and most patients return to their normal routine within a couple of weeks. You do need to hold out on exercise for a further couple of weeks, though.

During the recovery process:

• Mild swelling and bruising in the first weeks post-surgery
• Following aftercare advice helps reduce swelling
• Results continue to improve as healing progresses

The outcome is a smoother, more defined eyelid with long-lasting improvement in your overall look.

Can Upper and Lower Eyelids Be Treated Together?

Absolutely, they can!

Many patients choose to treat both upper and lower eyelids simultaneously to deliver a more balanced and rejuvenated result.

In fact, this combined approach can address lower eyelid bags, dark circles, and under-eye concerns, as well as the drooping skin that impacts the upper eye.

Safety and Expertise You Can Trust

Please understand that all surgical procedures carry some level of risk, including rare postoperative complications such as blurred vision or visible scarring. However, there are several things you can do to reduce the risk, such as working with an experienced facial plastic surgery specialist.

At Dominic Bray, you are guaranteed an expert surgeon, care, and attention to detail, ensuring the level of risk is low and patient satisfaction rates are consistently high.

Book Your Consultation Today

If you are considering upper blepharoplasty in London, you simply need to get in touch with us at Dominic Bray. From your first consultation to your final results, our team will guide you through every step.

Call us on +44 203 417 9980 or email [email protected] to book an appointment where you’ll be able to discuss all available procedures.  

Dominic Bray
70 Harley Street
London
W1G 7HF