What is Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)?

Surgical removal of excess skin, fat, or muscle from upper or lower eyelids to improve appearance or correct vision impairment

What type of anesthesia is used?

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) is typically performed under Local anesthesia. Your anaesthetist will review your health history, medications, and allergies before the procedure to ensure safety.

What is the recovery time?

Most patients recover within 1-2 weeks, though this varies by individual health, age, and compliance with physiotherapy. Light activities can usually resume within a few weeks; full recovery takes longer.

What are the risks of Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)?

As with any surgical procedure, risks include bleeding, infection, anaesthesia reactions, and rare complications such as injury to adjacent structures. Your surgeon will discuss your personal risk profile during the consent process.

What is the success rate of Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)?

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) has a documented success rate of 93% when performed by qualified surgeons at accredited hospitals. Outcomes depend on the patient's overall health, disease severity, and adherence to post-operative care.

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Q: Who needs Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)?

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) is recommended when non-surgical treatments have failed, when the condition significantly affects quality of life, or when imaging confirms the need for intervention. Your Plastic Surgery / Ophthalmology surgeon will assess your suitability after a detailed consultation.

Plastic Surgery / Ophthalmology · Plastic & Cosmetic

1-2 hours

Duration

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Hospital Stay

1-2 weeks

Recovery

₹40,000+

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📋Indications — Who Needs Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)?

1Failure of conservative (non-surgical) treatment after an adequate trial period
2Significant impact on daily activities, quality of life, or work capacity
3Imaging or diagnostic findings confirming the need for surgical intervention
4Risk-benefit analysis favouring surgery over continued observation
5Patient is medically fit for local anesthesia

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