Blepharoplasty, commonly known as eyelid surgery, is a cosmetic procedure designed to improve the appearance of the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. It removes excess skin and fat from the upper and lower eyelids and gives the eyes a more rested look. Dr Sandhya Balasubramanyan (MS General Surgery, MCh Plastic Surgery) approaches blepharoplasty surgery in Bangalore with precision, advanced surgical skills, and expertise in restoring both eye aesthetics and function.
Dr Sandhya Balasubramanyan believes that a successful blepharoplasty should rejuvenate the eyes without changing their natural character or individual expression. She recognizes that every patient has a unique cause, requiring a personalized and carefully tailored treatment approach. As a leading reconstructive plastic surgeon, her every treatment is thoughtfully brought into execution after a careful facial analysis, concerns, and aesthetic goals.
Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
In the upper eyelid blepharoplasty, excess skin, fat and muscles are removed from the upper eyelids. It corrects the peripheral vision obstructed by sagging skin.
Upper eyelid surgery addresses:
This procedure creates a more open, refreshed, and youthful eye appearance while improving eyelid contour.
Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Lower eyelid surgery supports under-eye revitalisation and gives you a more rested look.
Lower eyelid surgery is designed to improve:
The procedure smoothens the transition between the lower eyelid and cheek, creating a rested and rejuvenated appearance.
Combined Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty
For comprehensive eye rejuvenation, both upper and lower eyelid surgery can be performed simultaneously. This approach addresses aging changes around the entire eye area and provides more balanced results.
You may be a suitable candidate if you have:
Blepharoplasty eyelid surgery has many benefits::
Step 1: Consultation and Evaluation
Dr Sandhya Balasubramanyan performs a detailed assessment of the eyelids, skin quality, facial anatomy, and aesthetic concerns. The appropriate surgical approach is then planned.
Step 2: Anaesthesia
Blepharoplasty is typically performed under local anaesthesia with sedation or general anaesthesia, depending on the extent of surgery.
Step 3: Incision Placement
For upper eyelid surgery, incisions are placed within the natural eyelid crease.
For lower eyelid surgery, incisions may be placed just below the lash line and inside the lower eyelid (transconjunctival approach)
These locations help minimize visible scarring.
Step 4: Tissue Correction
Excess skin, fat, and muscle are removed or repositioned to improve eyelid contour and create a smoother appearance.
Step 5: Closure
The incisions are meticulously closed to support optimal healing and minimal scarring.
Step 6: Recovery
Patients are monitored before discharge and provided detailed post-operative care instructions.
| Recovery Period | What to Expect |
| Day 1–3 | Swelling, bruising, mild tightness, and watery eyes |
| Week 1 | Bruising and swelling begin to improve significantly |
| Week 2 | Most patients return to work and social activities |
| Weeks 3–4 | Eyelids appear more natural as healing progresses |
| 1–3 Months | Scars continue to soften and fade |
| 3–6 Months | Final eyelid contours become visible |
Eyes appear to be healed after 3-4 weeks, and the final results of blepharoplasty surgery are visible after 3 to 6 months. Patients commonly observe:
The cost of eyelid surgery depends on the extent of correction required, whether upper or lower eyelids are treated, anaesthesia requirements, and surgical complexity.
Estimated Blepharoplasty Cost in Bangalore: Rs 60,000 — Rs 3,00,000
| Procedure | Estimated Cost |
| Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty | ₹60,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
| Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty | ₹80,000 – ₹1,50,000 |
| Combined Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty | ₹1,25,000 –₹2,50,000 |
| Both lid Blepharoplasty with Fat grafting+midfacelift | ₹1,50,000 –₹3,00,000 |
Factors Affecting Blepharoplasty Cost
The cost of eyelid surgery depends on the extent of correction required and various other factors:
Patients trust Dr Sandhya Balasubramanyan for blepharoplasty surgery in Bangalore because of these reasons:
Blepharoplasty can improve under-eye bags and shadowing caused by puffiness. However, pigmentation-related dark circles may require additional treatments.
Results are long-lasting. Upper eyelid surgery often lasts 10–15 years or more, while lower eyelid surgery provides rejuvenating results that last a lifetime.
In some patients, excess upper eyelid skin may obstruct peripheral vision. Removing this excess skin can improve the visual field.
There is no fixed age. Many patients undergo eyelid surgery in their 40s, 50s, and 60s to correct under-eye bags, puffy eyes, and drooping upper eyelids due to excess sagging skin caused by ageing. It’s also beneficial in correcting loss of vision caused by advanced sagging skin.
Anyone over the age of 18 can get eyelid surgery. However, the best candidates are healthy adults aged 30 and up.
Blepharoplasty surgery is not painful, because patients are given anesthesia, and the area around the upper and lower eyelids remains numb during eyelid surgery, which ensures that treatment is painless.
It takes 30 to 90 minutes for a single eyelid surgery, and 1.5 to 2 hours if you have both upper and lower eyelid surgery. The duration may exceed if the doctor uses any other combination procedure. Consult Dr Sandhya Balasubramanyan to know the exact duration of blepharoplasty surgery in Bangalore.
Bangalore Clinic Timings
Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
(Video consultations also available)
Sunday: Closed
Hyderabad Clinic Timings
Monday - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Sunday: Closed
