Dr Cameron McIntosh | Procedures

Blepharoplasty
Procedure

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that improves the appearance of the upper eyelids, lower eyelids or both.

Brighten & Refresh the Eyes

Reduce Puffiness & Bags

Remove Excess Eyelid Skin

Preserve Natural Expression

Rejuvenation That Lasts

About the Procedure

What is Blepharoplasty?

The eyes give your age away first. As the skin around them loses elasticity and supporting tissues weaken, the upper eyelids grow heavy while puffiness settles in below. The result is an appearance that may seem tired, aged or less vibrant than you feel.

Blepharoplasty, commonly known as eyelid surgery, is a procedure designed to rejuvenate the eye area. It removes excess skin, fat and tissue from around the upper and lower eyelids to bring back a rested, alert look. It’s not about changing the shape of your eyes, but about removing what age has added.

For some patients, excess upper eyelid skin interferes with vision, making blepharoplasty both a functional and aesthetic procedure.

Brow Lift Techniques

Why Choose a
Blepharoplasty?

Not every brow needs the same lift. Dr. McIntosh selects the technique based on your anatomy, the degree of descent, and your desired result.

Upper Blepharoplasty

This removes excess skin from the upper lid and, where needed, adjusts the fat and tissue beneath it to reduce heaviness. The effect is an eye that looks more open and less weighed down. It also improves peripheral vision when excess skin has been encroaching on your visual field.

Lower Blepharoplasty

This targets under-eye bags, puffiness and excess skin below the eye. Depending on your anatomy, this might mean repositioning or removing fat, tightening supporting tissues, or smoothing the transition where the lower lid meets the cheek.

Blepharoplasty vs Brow Lift

Both procedures rejuvenate the upper face, but they address different concerns. Blepharoplasty treats the eyelids themselves: the skin, the puffiness, the ageing changes that happen at the eye. A brow lift treats what sits above them. As the brow descends with age, it can press down on the upper lid and create the same heavy, hooded look that patients often blame on their eyelids alone. Plenty of patients come in convinced they need eyelid surgery when the real cause is sitting a centimetre higher. In other cases, it’s genuinely both.

Blepharoplasty Candidate Requirements

Am I a Candidate?

If several of these sound familiar, it’s worth finding out whether the issue is the eyelids, the brow, or both, which is exactly what Dr. McItntosh addresses during a consultation. Blepharoplasty is frequently combined with a brow lift, Deep Plane Facelift, neck lift, or skin rejuvenation procedures, particularly where more than one area is contributing to the same tired appearance. You may be a suitable candidate if you:

Hooded Upper Eyelids

Have heavy or hooded upper eyelids

Excess Eyelid Skin

Notice excess skin around the eyes

Tired Appearance

Feel your eyes make you appear tired or older than you feel

Under-Eye Puffiness

Have puffiness or under-eye bags that remain despite rest

Obstructed Vision

Experience obstruction of your field of vision due to excess eyelid skin

Healthy & Realistic

Are in good overall health and have realistic expectations regarding surgery

Blepharoplasty Recovery & Results

What to Expect During the Recovery Process

Recovery following blepharoplasty is generally straightforward. Most patients experience mild swelling and bruising for the first week or two, along with some tightness or dryness around the eyes as healing progresses. Most patients are comfortable back at work and in social settings within 7 to 14 days.

As the swelling fades, the eyes look brighter, smoother and more refreshed. Well-performed blepharoplasty removes the signs of fatigue and ageing that may have developed over time, while still maintaining a natural look.

Most patients don’t get comments on “looking different”; they get compliments on simply looking more rested. Not a new look, just the one you had before time and fatigue started writing on your face.

What to Know About Blepharoplasty

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does blepharoplasty cost?

Blepharoplasty starts from $15,000, excluding consultation fees. The final cost depends on whether upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery or a combination of procedures is recommended. Following your consultation, Dr Cameron McIntosh will provide you with a personalised treatment plan and detailed quotation.

Will I have visible scars?

ncisions are carefully placed within the natural creases of the upper eyelids or just below the lash line, depending on the procedure being performed. As healing progresses, scars typically become discreet and are often barely noticeable.

Will eyelid surgery change the shape of my eyes?

No. The aim of blepharoplasty is to restore a fresher, more youthful appearance by addressing excess skin and puffiness while preserving the natural shape and expression of your eyes.

How long do the results of blepharoplasty last?

The results of blepharoplasty are long-lasting. While the natural ageing process continues, excess skin and fat removed during surgery do not return, allowing patients to enjoy a more refreshed appearance for many years.

Can upper and lower blepharoplasty be performed together?

Yes. Many patients choose to combine upper and lower eyelid surgery during a single procedure to achieve more balanced rejuvenation of the eye area. During your consultation, Dr Cameron McIntosh will recommend the approach best suited to your anatomy and aesthetic goals.

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