A blepharoplasty is an operation that removes excess loose folds of skin from the upper eyelids and 'bags' from the lower eyelids.

What are the reasons for having a blepharoplasty?

An upper eyelid blepharoplasty is performed for people who have droopy, overhanging eyelids that impair vision, cause frequent blinking and eye fatigue or look unsightly. It can be combined with ptosis surgery if there is an associated droop of the upper eyelid. Often an eyebrow ptosis (drooping of the eyebrows) contributes to the problem and may need to be addressed separately or at the same time.

A lower eyelid blepharoplasty is also performed on people who have "puffy" lower eyelids that may look unsightly. An ophthalmic consultation can provide a comprehensive assessment of your eyelid problem, and a discussion of the available treatment options.

Preoperative appearance of a patient with "hooded" upper eyelids due to excess upper eyelid skin and a mild brow ptosis (droop)		Postoperative appearance of the same patient 6 weeks following a bilateral upper eyelid blepharoplasty and an internal brow lift