Eyelid, Lacrimal, and Facial Surgery
Blepharoplasty.
Removal of excess upper eyelid skin. Where that skin has dropped far enough to block the upper field of vision, this is a functional operation rather than a cosmetic one.
At a glance
- In theatre
- 45–60 minutes
- Anaesthetic
- Local, awake
- Stay
- Day-stay
- Bruising
- 10–14 days
- Driving
- 3–5 days
- Price
- from $5,200
You may be a candidate if
- Upper field of vision blocked by overhanging skin
- Brow ache from constantly lifting the lids
- Difficulty with reading glasses sitting correctly
- Heaviness that worsens through the day
Step by step
- 01
Assessment
A full examination with the surgeon who will operate, including scans and measurements. You leave with a written plan and a fixed quote.
- 02
Anaesthetic
Local anaesthetic, awake.
- 03
The procedure
Excess skin is removed through an incision hidden in the lid crease, then closed with fine sutures.
- 04
Suture removal
At about one week.
Recovery
- Bruising and swelling for ten to fourteen days
- Cool packs for the first 48 hours
- Scars sit in the natural crease and fade over months
- Avoid strenuous exercise for two weeks
Also in eyelid, lacrimal, and facial surgery
- from $6,100
Functional Eyelid and Tear Duct Surgery
Surgery for eyelids that no longer sit or close correctly, and for tear ducts that no longer drain. This is functional work — it protects the eye surface rather than changing appearance.
- from $5,200
Eyelid Lumps and Bumps
Removal and, where needed, biopsy of lumps on the eyelid. Most are harmless cysts; the ones that are not are far better found early.
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