Upper eyelid rejuvenation, also known as upper blepharoplasty, offers a subtle yet transformative solution to tired, drooping eyelids. With two customizable techniques—local anaesthetic blepharoplasty and general anaesthetic ptosis repair—patients can achieve natural-looking, scar-minimized results with minimal downtime and maximum impact. This procedure lifts years from the face and enhances overall brightness and radiance, all tailored to individual needs.
Upper Eyelid Rejuvenation: Subtle, Effective, and Life-Enhancing
Upper eyelid surgery, also known as upper blepharoplasty or an eyelid lift, is one of the most rewarding procedures we offer. It’s subtle yet powerful—lifting years of tiredness from the face and restoring a refreshed, youthful appearance.
Two Tailored Approaches to Eyelid Rejuvenation
We offer two distinct surgical techniques, depending on your specific needs:
1. Local Anaesthetic Upper Blepharoplasty
When the concern is simply excess skin or a small amount of fat, a local anaesthetic procedure (just a numbing injection, with the patient fully awake) is more than sufficient. The surgery lasts about 45–60 minutes, and you go home the same day.
This was the case with our wonderful patient @laura_liverpool_boutique, who had only a small amount of redundant skin on her upper eyelids. She stayed relaxed, smiling, and even joking during the procedure—highlighting just how gentle and comfortable this technique is.
2. General Anaesthetic Blepharoplasty with Ptosis Repair
If the upper eyelid is drooping due to eyelid ptosis (a weakening of the muscle that lifts the eyelid), then a more complex approach is needed. In such cases, we perform tarsal fixation blepharoplasty under general anaesthetic. This type of surgery not only removes excess skin or fat, but also tightens and repositions the eyelid itself.
Few surgeons in the UK offer this advanced technique, but it is a game-changer for patients with true eyelid ptosis.
What to Expect from Recovery
- Minimal downtime: Our patients typically return home the same day.
- Quick healing: Stitches are removed around Day 5, and by then, the scar is already looking impressively discreet.
- Natural-looking results: While some swelling remains early on, the refreshed and brighter look is noticeable almost immediately.
- Faster recovery tips: Sleeping slightly propped up for 1–2 weeks helps reduce swelling more quickly.
Thanks to precise surgical technique and careful aftercare, bruising and discomfort are minimal. In the hands of an experienced surgeon, upper eyelid surgery is gentle, elegant, and transformative.
Thinking about an eyelid lift?
Let us help you look less tired and more radiant—with results that are subtle, scar-minimizing, and tailored to you.
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FAQs
- What is upper blepharoplasty?
- Upper blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and sometimes fat from the upper eyelids to restore a youthful, refreshed appearance.
- Is the surgery painful?
- No, the procedure is performed under local or general anaesthesia. Most patients experience minimal discomfort during and after the surgery.
- Who is a good candidate for local anaesthetic blepharoplasty?
- Patients with mild to moderate excess skin and no muscle weakness in the eyelid are ideal candidates for this minimally invasive option.
- What is eyelid ptosis and how is it treated?
- Ptosis is the drooping of the upper eyelid due to weakened muscles. It is corrected through a more advanced surgical technique involving tarsal fixation under general anaesthetic.
- How long is the recovery time?
- Most patients return home the same day. Stitches are removed around Day 5, and swelling continues to improve over 1–2 weeks.
Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
