Upper Eyelid Surgery (Upper Blepharoplasty)

Surgery to remove excess, drooping skin from the upper eyelids, which can make the eyes look tired or heavy and, in some cases, intrude on the field of vision. At the Aleksandra clinic the procedure is carried out by Dr Sidorowicz through fine incisions hidden in the natural eyelid crease, so the resulting scar is well concealed. It can be done under local anaesthesia or, for more anxious patients, under light intravenous sedation. The fee covers aftercare dressings and review appointments.

Upper blepharoplasty addresses the loose, redundant skin and small fat pads that gather on the upper eyelids over time, which can give a hooded, fatigued look and occasionally weigh on the lashes or restrict the upper field of view. The surgeon marks the excess skin with the eye open and closed, then removes a precise crescent through an incision placed within the natural fold of the lid; a thin strip of underlying muscle and any protruding fat may also be trimmed before the edges are closed with fine sutures. Because the incision sits in the crease, the healed line is difficult to see once settled. At the Aleksandra clinic the operation usually takes under an hour per pair of lids and can be performed under local anaesthesia for a comfortable, awake experience, or under intravenous sedation with a brief hospital stay for those who prefer to be more relaxed. Patients can expect some bruising and swelling around the eyes for one to two weeks, with sutures removed after several days; cool compresses and keeping the head elevated help recovery. Results are long-lasting and the procedure is associated with a fresher, more rested appearance of the upper face. It suits adults bothered by heavy or sagging upper lids, and Dr Sidorowicz reviews each patient's eye anatomy, general health and suitability at consultation, explaining the limits of what surgery can achieve.