What is eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty)?

Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure to improve the appearance of the eyelids.
Surgery can be performed on the upper lids, lower lids or both.
This surgery is usually done for cosmetic reasons. It's also an effective way to improve sight in older people whose sagging upper eyelids get in the way of their vision. Whether you want to improve your appearance or are experiencing functional problems with your eyelids, eyelid surgery can rejuvenate the area surrounding your eyes.

What eyelid surgery can treat?

• Loose or sagging skin that creates folds or disturbs the natural contour of the upper eyelid, sometimes impairing vision
• Fatty deposits that appear as puffiness in the eyelids
• Bags under the eyes
• Drooping lower eyelids that reveal white below the iris
• Excess skin and fine wrinkles of the lower eyelid

An eye lift can open up the eye area, giving you a more youthful appearance as well as a more alert expression. In some cases, people have eyelid surgery to improve their vision, which may be obstructed by the upper lid. It may also be done in conjunction with other facial plastic surgery procedures like rhinoplasty (nose job), facelift, or brow lift.