Am I a Candidate?

Only a qualified cosmetic surgeon can determine whether eyelid surgery is right for you, but providing you are fit and healthy and have realistic expectations of what can be achieved then surgery can be a great way of giving you more confidence in the way you look.

Eyelid surgery is popular with both men and women and can be used to correct drooping, hooded or puffy eyelids and under eye bags that are either hereditary or caused by ageing. This can be purely for cosmetic reasons or because the drooping lids are obstructing their vision. It cannot help with dark shadows under the eyes or crows feet and fine wrinkles around the eyes.

Most people who have the surgery are over 35, although the surgery is performed on younger people where the droopy or baggy eyelids are hereditary.

Although the procedure is relatively simple, not everyone is an ideal candidate for eyelid surgery. Because the eyes are such a delicate area extra care should be taken when deciding whether not to opt for this procedure. Certain ophthalmic and medical conditions such as insufficient tear production, high blood pressure, diabetes, circulatory disorders, cardiovascular disease, or thyroid disease can make you unsuitable for surgery. Glaucoma and dry eye can also be complicated or aggravated by any form of surgery on the eyelids.

Heavy smokers are also not ideal candidates for any type of surgery as they are at more risk when under going general anaesthetic. If you do smoke, you’ll be asked to stop at least two months before the procedure, as smoking can also delay the healing process.

Having a thorough consultation with a qualified surgeon is the only way to discover if the procedure is suitable for you.