What are the benefits of blepharoplasty / eyelid surgery?

A18. The main benefits are a reduction of ‘bags under the eyes’ which immediately improves your appearance. You will no longer have that tired look.

If your vision was affected by drooping, puffy eyelids then this will no longer be a problem. Your eyelids will be both firmer and tighter.

Wrinkles will be reduced be cannot be completely eliminated. The fine surface ones will be removed but not the deeper rooted ones.

Your eyes will look brighter and clearer and this combined with trimmer eyelids will give you a more youthful appearance. You will look fresher and brighter rather than tired and stressed.

These physical improvements will make you feel more confident and self-assured and will boost your self-esteem.

As long as you have been realistic about what blepharoplasty can achieve then you will not be disappointed.

Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) Guide Index:

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• What is blepharoplasty?
• Who should consider blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery)?
• Who is not suitable for blepharoplasty ?
• Why I shouldn't I have eyelid surgery ?
• How much does eyelid surgery cost?
• Can I get help towards paying for my blepharoplasty?
• Can I have blepharoplasty on the NHS?
• Can I have blepharoplasty abroad ?
• I am interested in blepharoplasty what do I do next?
• How do I find a reputable eyelid surgeon?
• What questions should I ask my surgeon ?

• I have decided to go ahead so what happens next?
• How do I prepare for blepharoplasty?
• What will happen on the day of my eyelid surgery ?
• What is the blepharoplasty procedure?
• What will happen after my blepharoplasty?
• What does recovery from blepharoplasty involve?
• What are the benefits of blepharoplasty?
• What are the risks of eyelid surgery?
• Is there an aftercare service?
• How long does eyelid surgery last?

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