Plastic Surgery

Blepharoplasty Eyelid Surgery

As you age, the skin around your eyes naturally loses its elasticity and the muscles become looser. Your skin can develop into loose folds on your upper eyelids making you appear tired and more aged depending on the severity.

Functional & Medical Benefits

  • Restores Peripheral Vision: Removing sagging, “hooded” skin from the upper eyelids can clear the visual field for those whose skin hangs over their lashes.
  • Reduced Eye Strain: Heavy eyelids often force the forehead muscles to work overtime to keep the eyes open; surgery can alleviate resulting tension headaches and fatigue.
  • Improved Comfort for Contact Lens Wearers: Excess skin can sometimes interfere with lens placement or cause irritation, which surgery helps mitigate.

Aesthetic & Cosmetic Benefits

  • Youthful Appearance: By removing “bags” under the eyes and tightening loose skin, the procedure creates a more rested, energetic look.
  • Reduction of Puffiness: The surgery addresses herniated fat pads (those stubborn bulges) that don’t respond to diet, sleep, or topical creams.
  • Smoother Skin Surface: Tightening the eyelid area reduces fine lines and wrinkles, providing a smoother canvas for makeup application.
  • Long-Lasting Results: Unlike fillers or Botox, blepharoplasty offers a permanent structural change that can last for a decade or more.

What is Blepharoplasty?

Cosmetic eyelid surgery (also known as a blepharoplasty) involves removing excess skin or fat from around the eyes to give a more alert and youthful appearance. Eyelid surgery can also help to reduce swelling (puffiness) around the eyes and sagging eyebrows or eyelids can be corrected at the same time.

Why is Blepharoplasty surgery performed?

Blepharoplasty surgery is performed to help improve visual function and/or improve cosmetic appearance of the eyes. Excessive upper eyelid tissue can obscure the upper part of the visual field. Lifting the upper lids with your fingers can help determine if this is a problem. If the upper visual field improves or vision brightens this type of surgery may be of benefit to improve your sight.

A formal visual field test may be helpful in this situation. This can be booked through Kingsbridge Ear and Eye Care.

Excess tissue can cause brow ache and fatigue for many patients. Occasionally excess skin can cause eyelashes to turn in and irritate the surface of the eye. An excessive number of wrinkled skin folds above the eyes can result in a sagging tired look that detracts from one’s general appearance. Blepharoplasty surgery can be considered for cosmetic reasons even if vision is not affected.

What to expect at your consultation?

At Kingsbridge Private Hospital you will meet with one of our expert cosmetic surgeons to discuss all elements of your procedure and aftercare. They are uniquely qualified in the area of expertise and can help you decide whether you should consider this type of surgery or not.

At your consultation your surgeon will discuss options available to you which may involve trying alternatives before opting for surgery. If surgery is agreed as the best option of treatment at your appointment, expectations of the surgery will also be discussed in full. Surgery of this kind can’t remove wrinkles at the corners of your eyes (crow’s feet) or the dark shadows under your eyes but other forms of treatment will be discussed with you.

Costs

Costs can vary depending on the procedure and your personal treatment plan. We’ll give you a clear price guide upfront and explain what’s included.

Flexible payment options are available to help spread the cost. Our team is here to answer questions and help you choose the best way to pay.

£5,579.00

Prices accurate as of February 2026 and may be subject to change.


Finance from:

£134.90 per month

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Steps to get started

Our team will support you through every stage, from your first enquiry to your recovery.

If you’re using health insurance

Check with your provider to see what’s covered. We’re happy to help with any paperwork and can work directly with many insurance companies to make the process smoother for you.

If you’re paying for 
treatment yourself or using a payment plan

We’ll give you clear information about costs and help you plan your care. You’ll know exactly what to expect, with no hidden fees.

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How is eyelid surgery performed?

Your Consultant will determine the amount of skin and fat to be removed from the eye. Upper incision lines are marked along natural skin creases. Incision lines generally extend into the “crow’s feet” or “smile lines” at the outer edge of the eye, so that once healed, the incision lines appear less visible. The excess skin and fat are removed, and the incisions are sutured closed to help healing. The procedure is performed with local or general anaesthesia depending on individual preference and health factors.

Eyelid Surgery under local anesthetic is carried out at the Kingsbridge Cosmetic Clinic in Holywood, Co.Down. Eyelid Surgery which requires general anesthetic is carried out at Kingsbridge Private Hospital.


What results can I expect?

Results from this type of surgery are generally successful but surgical outcome will depend on the extent of the corrective work needed, the skin structure of the individual and healing time and process, hereditary factors linked to family, age and other physical characteristics. As with all surgical procedures, an element of risk exists. This will be discussed with you at your appointment.  


What are the alternatives to surgery?

Wrinkles around your eyes can also be reduced by using botulinum A toxin, chemical peels or laser treatments which are non-invasive and usually require little or no recovery time when performed by a specialist.

If you have cosmetic problems with other parts of your face, for example if your eyebrows are also drooping, a forehead or brow lift may be suggested to you instead.

*Price based on surgery with local aesthetic. Prices accurate as of Feb 2026 and may be subject to change.

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We look forward to supporting you on your journey to feeling healthier, more comfortable, and confident again.

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