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cosmetic surgery
Blepharoplasty, from Ancient Greek βλέφαρον (blépharon), meaning "eyelid", and πλαστός (plastós), meaning "molded", is the plastic surgery operation for correcting defects, deformities, and disfigurations of the eyelids; and for aesthetically modifying the eye region of the face. With the excision and the removal, or the repositioning of excess tissues, such as skin and adipocyte fat, and the reinforcement of the corresponding muscle and tendon tissues, the blepharoplasty procedure resolves func
Blepharoplasty, from Ancient Greek βλέφαρον (blépharon), meaning "eyelid", and πλαστός (plastós), meaning "molded", is the plastic surgery operation for correcting defects, deformities, and disfigurations of the eyelids; and for aesthetically modifying the eye region of the face. With the excision and the removal, or the repositioning of excess tissues, such as skin and adipocyte fat, and the reinforcement of the corresponding muscle and tendon tissues, the blepharoplasty procedure resolves functional and cosmetic problems of the periorbita, which is the area from the eyebrow to the upper portion of the cheek. The procedure is more common among women, who accounted for approximately 85% of blepharoplasty procedures in 2014 in the US and 88% of such procedures in the UK.
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Average recovery for Blepharoplasty is 0 days. Individual recovery varies — always follow your surgeon’s specific guidance.
Immediate
First 24–48 hours post-procedure. Monitoring, anaesthesia recovery, initial pain management. Most clinics expect you to remain on-site or nearby.
Early recovery
Wound care, swelling or bruising peaks, restricted activity. Typical window for follow-up visits and drain removal if applicable. Travel is usually not advised.
Intermediate recovery
Gradual return to non-strenuous daily activity. Many international patients fly home during this window. Surgeon may require medical clearance for long-haul travel.
Full recovery
Return to full activity, exercise, and work. Final results may still be settling. Final follow-up with local doctor recommended.
Most people take about 2 weeks off work to recover from eyelid surgery, depending on their job. You will not be able to drive for a number of days after the operation. Bruises and redness may take several weeks to fade. Scarring may be visible and feel tight for a few months. To help with your recovery, you'll need to follow the advice given by your surgeon. You may need to: - prop your head up with pillows for a couple of days, when resting, to reduce swelling - gently clean your eyelids using prescribed ointment or eyedrops - apply a cold pack to your eyelid to help reduce swelling – try a packet of frozen peas wrapped in a tea towel - wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun and wind - take paracetamol or any painkillers you were given after the surgery to relieve pain You shou
*Reference text adapted from NHS UK under the Open Government Licence v3.0.*
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In the UK, blepharoplasty may cost anywhere between £2,000 and £6,000. You should also factor in the cost of any consultations, further surgery or follow-up care that may be needed.
If you're looking in England, check the [Care Quality Commission (CQC) website](https://www.cqc.org.uk/) for treatment centres that can perform eyelid surgery.
A blepharoplasty can be done under [local anaesthetic](https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/local-anaesthesia/) or under [general anaesthetic](https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/general-anaesthesia/).
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