Surgery to reshape the upper or lower eyelids (blepharoplasty), including Asian (double eyelid) surgery.
About the procedure
What this procedure involves
Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is surgery that removes or repositions excess skin, muscle and fat around the eyes. This page covers upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery, and Asian (double eyelid) surgery, which creates or defines an upper eyelid crease. Dr Jassim Daood performs eyelid surgery at the Bankstown clinic. Which approach, if any, is appropriate depends on your individual anatomy and circumstances, which are assessed at a consultation.
Recovery
Recovery varies between patients. Swelling and bruising around the eyes are expected and settle over several weeks, cold compresses and eye lubrication are often advised, and strenuous activity is restricted for a period. Many people take around one to two weeks away from work, though this depends on the individual and the extent of surgery.
See the difference
Before & after results
A selection of before and after photographs from patients of Dr Daood. The images open in a viewer and are shown as supplied.
In depth
More about this procedure
Detailed information about this procedure. Select a section to read more.
The eye area often shows some of the earliest signs of ageing, with the upper and lower eyelids developing heaviness, folds or "bags". These changes are not always age-related; they can be hereditary, sometimes appearing earlier in life, or related to other factors.
Eyelid surgery is primarily a treatment to remove or reposition excess skin and fatty tissue; in some cases heaviness of the upper lids can affect the field of vision. Whether surgery is appropriate, and which lids are involved, is assessed at your consultation. Fine wrinkles around the eyes may be reduced but are not completely removed.
Blepharoplasty removes or repositions excess skin, muscle and fatty tissue around the eyes. It can address the upper lids, the lower lids, or both, and also covers Asian (double eyelid) surgery, which creates or defines an upper eyelid crease.
Depending on the case it may be performed under local anaesthetic with sedation, or under general anaesthetic. Incisions are generally placed within the natural eyelid creases or, for some lower-lid approaches, just below the lash line or on the inside of the eyelid.
Some swelling, tenderness and bruising around the eyes is expected and is temporary, settling over several weeks. Cold compresses and eye lubrication are often advised, and any stitches are generally removed within about a week.
Many people return to work in around one to two weeks; dark glasses can help in the meantime, and post-operative instructions should be followed carefully.
Eyelid surgery can produce a more rested, wide-eyed and youthful appearance, and can be carried out on the upper and lower lids together or separately.
The "bags" are unlikely to return, though other ageing changes continue over time. Results vary between individuals and are discussed realistically at your consultation.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Blepharoplasty is surgery that removes or repositions excess skin, muscle and fat around the eyes. It can involve the upper eyelids, the lower eyelids, or both, and this page also covers Asian (double eyelid) surgery. Whether it is appropriate for you is assessed at your consultation.
Upper eyelid surgery addresses excess skin and heaviness of the upper lids, while lower eyelid surgery addresses the area beneath the eyes. Some people are suited to one, others to a combination. Dr Daood discusses what is appropriate at your consultation.
Yes. Asian, or double eyelid, surgery aims to create or define an upper eyelid crease. It is a distinct procedure with its own considerations, and whether it is appropriate for you is assessed individually at your consultation.
Suitability is assessed individually, taking into account your eye health, anatomy, general health and goals. Some people are not suitable candidates, which is part of what the consultation determines. Certain eye conditions may need to be reviewed first.
Incisions are generally placed within the natural eyelid creases or, for some lower-lid approaches, just below the lash line or inside the eyelid. Scarring varies between individuals and is discussed as part of the risks at your consultation.
Cost depends on the individual procedure and is provided in writing after your consultation, reflecting the total cost, including the surgeon, anaesthesia, facility fees and aftercare.
Swelling and bruising around the eyes are expected and settle over several weeks. Cold compresses and eye lubrication are often advised. Many people take around one to two weeks away from work, depending on the individual and the extent of surgery.
A GP referral is required before a cosmetic surgery consultation, and the referring practitioner must not perform cosmetic procedures themselves.
