Compare upper, lower and combined eyelid surgery in Melbourne. Understand suitability, risks, realistic recovery timelines and indicative costs before you book. Follow a compliant pathway with referral, two pre-op consultations and a cooling-off period.
Address hooded or heavy upper lids that make eyes look tired or affect makeup placement.
Reduce under-eye bags and skin laxity; often performed under general or deep sedation.
When brow descent is the cause, a brow lift may be advised, with or without upper bleph.
Typical downtime 7–10 days; swelling refines over weeks. See Melbourne price ranges below.
Hooded lids, skin excess, makeup concerns and visual field issues.
Under-eye bags, fat pads, fine lines and skin laxity.
How to decide when brow position is the main issue.
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A careful decision balances goals, anatomy, risks, recovery and costs. Use this page to prepare for a higher‑value consultation and to compare options confidently.
Consultation steps, suitability, risks, recovery milestones, realistic expectations and indicative Melbourne pricing for upper, lower and combined blepharoplasty.
Think about consultation access, accredited hospital setting, after-hours support and how easily you can attend follow ups in Melbourne, especially in the first weeks post-op.
Explore how each option works, who it may suit and what recovery typically involves. Bring these points to your consultation for tailored advice.
Removes excess upper-lid skin and may reshape muscle/fat to open the eyes and reduce hooding.
Targets under-eye bags and skin laxity via an internal (transconjunctival) or external approach.
When brow descent causes hooding, lifting the brow may be recommended, with or without upper bleph.
Not a substitute for skin excess removal but can complement results in selected cases.
Use this quick comparison to frame your consultation questions. Your surgeon will tailor advice to your anatomy and goals.
A guided, compliant process designed to help you make an informed decision with confidence.
Start with a GP or non-cosmetic specialist referral. This is required in Australia before consulting the surgeon.
Two pre-op consultations cover goals, anatomy, risks, recovery, facility and a written cost breakdown.
There is a mandatory cooling-off period of at least 7 days after informed consent before booking.
Procedure in an accredited facility, then structured aftercare, suture removal and follow up reviews.
We organise eyelid surgery information around real decisions—suitability, risks, recovery, costs and how to compare options—so you can approach consultation with clarity.
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Hooded upper lids, difficulty applying makeup, tired appearance, under‑eye bags or skin laxity.
Most plan 7–14 days social downtime. Swelling refines for weeks, scars mature over months.
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Upper blepharoplasty scars are placed in the natural eyelid crease and typically fade well. Lower blepharoplasty can be internal (no external scar) or just beneath the lash line; scar quality varies by individual healing and technique.
Upper lids are commonly performed under local anaesthesia with sedation. Lower lids are more often performed under general anaesthesia. Your plan depends on complexity and safety factors.
Results are long‑lasting, but the eye area continues to age. Many patients enjoy improvements for years; maintenance can include skin care, sun protection and occasional non‑surgical treatments.
All surgery carries risks: bleeding, infection, dry eye, asymmetry, delayed healing, unfavorable scarring, need for revision, changes in eyelid position and rare vision changes. Your surgeon will discuss risks that apply to you.
Desk work often resumes in 7–10 days depending on bruising. Light walking is encouraged early; avoid strenuous activity for 3–4 weeks or as advised by your surgeon.
Yes. In Australia a GP or other non‑cosmetic medical specialist referral is required before consulting the practitioner who will perform cosmetic surgery. There are also two pre‑op consultations and a minimum 7‑day cooling‑off period after consent.
Send a confidential enquiry about upper or lower blepharoplasty, suitability, risks, recovery, costs or next steps. Receive clear guidance on the compliant pathway and what to prepare for your appointments.
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Considerations for accredited facilities and local follow up.