Blepharoplasty is also called eyelid surgery. It uses incisions to remove or add fat in the eyelid. The procedures involve removal of skin from the eyelid region. There are basically two types of eyelid surgeries  – upper eyelid and lower eyelid.

The upper eyelid surgery cause includes removal of wrinkles, block upper field of vision, removal of puffiness. On the other hand, lower eyelid surgery cause includes removal of excess skin for improvement in contour of the eyelid. Sometimes, double eyelid surgery is done to create an upper eyelid crease.

The best candidates for eyelid surgery are individuals who are in good health and have realistic expectations from the procedure. Blepharoplasty recovery time is maximum seven to ten days. However, within two weeks after the surgery all stitches and swelling will vanish.

There are potential risks associated with eyelid surgery that include scarring, infection, bleeding, loss of vision and double vision. The average blepharoplasty cost varies from one country to another.