Blepharoplasty (Upper and Lower)

1. What is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes the upper or lower eyelids by removing or repositioning excess skin, muscle and fat to improve eyelid appearance and, when indicated, function.

2. When is it Recommended?

It may be recommended for drooping upper eyelid skin, excess eyelid tissue affecting the field of vision, under-eye bags, or age-related changes around the eyes. Some patients seek the procedure primarily for cosmetic reasons.

3. What Symptoms or Concerns May a Patient Notice?

Patients may notice drooping eyelids, excess skin, puffiness or bags under the eyes, tired-looking eyes, difficulty keeping the eyes open comfortably or reduced peripheral vision when excess upper-eyelid skin is significant.

4. What Does the Treatment Involve?

The surgeon makes carefully placed incisions in the natural folds of the eyelids, removes or repositions excess tissue and closes the incisions to achieve a natural contour.

5. What Are the Main Treatment Options?

Treatment may involve upper blepharoplasty, lower blepharoplasty, or combined upper and lower blepharoplasty. Lower eyelid surgery may use an incision below the eyelashes or, in selected patients, an incision inside the eyelid.

6. How Long Does Treatment & Recovery Take?

The procedure commonly takes around 1–3 hours, depending on whether upper, lower or both eyelids are treated. Many patients return to routine activities within 1–2 weeks, while swelling and final results continue to improve over several weeks.

7. What Are the Important Risks or Considerations?

Blepharoplasty is an established procedure with generally favourable outcomes. Possible complications include swelling, bruising, dry eyes, infection, bleeding, asymmetry, scarring or temporary difficulty closing the eyes. Rarely, more serious eye complications can occur.

8. Why Consider Treatment in India?

India has specialised ophthalmic, oculoplastic and cosmetic surgery centres offering upper and lower eyelid procedures, with experienced surgeons and modern surgical facilities.

9. How Can Medavelle Help?

Medavelle can assist with medical or photographic assessment, specialist and hospital coordination, treatment planning, international patient arrangements and follow-up coordination.

10. What Should the Patient Do Next?

Share your medical reports/photos → Specialist evaluation → Eyelid assessment → Treatment recommendation → Treatment planning in India.