What is upper blepharoplasty?
Upper blepharoplasty removes upper eyelid skin that has drooped with age. How it works, when it is considered and how it relates to double eyelid surgery and ptosis correction.
Upper blepharoplasty removes upper eyelid skin that has stretched with age, so the eyes look less heavy or hooded. It is one of the most common eyelid consultations later in life.
When it is considered
- Upper lid skin has stretched and covers the crease or lashes
- Skin at the outer corner droops so the eye looks triangular
- You raise your forehead to open your eyes and forehead lines have deepened
- Drooping skin feels as if it narrows your view
How it works
Excess skin is trimmed according to the design, and fat or muscle adjusted if needed. The incision follows either the eyelid crease or the lower edge of the brow, chosen according to the pattern of drooping and the look you want — and in particular how much the skin has dropped.
How it relates to double eyelid surgery and ptosis correction
- How it differs from double eyelid surgery: double eyelid surgery aims to create a crease; blepharoplasty aims to remove loose skin.
- If lid opening has weakened too, ptosis correction is sometimes considered at the same time.
Frequently asked questions
Will I get a double eyelid? Depending on the incision and design, a natural crease can be created at the same time, or only skin removed without changing the crease. The look you want is decided at the consultation.
Will my appearance change a lot? The design usually aims for a natural change that suits your age. It is best to talk specifically about how much change you want at the consultation.