Name: Blepharoplasty Surgery Service
Brand: Dr Julian De Silva
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Rating: 4.6 (165 reviews)

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If you are exploring eyelid surgery to address puffiness, hooded lids or a tired appearance, consulting a surgeon with dedicated expertise is essential. As one of the leading specialists in blepharoplasty in the UK, Dr De Silva offers a precise, evidence-based approach focused on natural, long-lasting results.

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Blepharoplasty in London 

Blepharoplasty in London with Dr Julian De Silva provides precise eyelid rejuvenation using advanced, minimally invasive techniques that reduce bruising and downtime, performed by a facial-only cosmetic surgeon with over 20 years&rsquo; specialist experience.

Twilight Sedation

Twilight Sedation: Increased Safety and Reduced Downtime

To avoid the risks of general anaesthesia and the feeling of grogginess and nausea associated with the downtime, Dr De Silva uses twilight sedation. This ensures that the patient can breathe naturally during their eyelid surgery and their recovery time is smoother.

Who Is a Candidate?

Who Is a Good Eyelid Surgery Candidate?

Ideal candidates for blepharoplasty include:
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<li>Those with excess upper eyelid skin affecting their field of vision.</li>
<li>Individuals with puffiness or under-eye bags that create a tired or aged appearance.</li>
<li>People concerned about fine lines or wrinkles around the eyes that add years to their look.</li>
<li>Those with a family tendency toward extra skin or fat around the eyelids.</li>
<li>Patients in good overall health, with a positive mindset and clear goals for the outcome.</li>
<li>Individuals with realistic expectations who understand both the potential benefits and limitations of the procedure.</li>
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Risks

Possible Blepharoplasty Surgery Risks

One of the most important factors responsible for the success of surgery is the surgeon. In Dr De Silva&rsquo;s hands, complications are uncommon, with swelling and bruising being the most common aspects of recovery.
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<li>Pain or discomfort is uncommon and resolves within 24 hours. Infection is very rare, and the gold standard is prophylactic antibiotics to protect against infection.</li>
<li><a href="/about/dr-julian-de-silva-mbbs-md/">Dr De Silva</a> avoids the side effects of general anaesthesia (deep vein thrombosis and allergies) by using safer sedation anaesthesia.</li>
<li>Two rare and serious complications are eyelid retraction and damage to vision. Dr De Silva has never had a patient of his own have these complications. However, he takes multiple levels of precautions to avoid these issues in the first place.</li>
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Signature Blepharoplasty Technique

Dr De Silva’s Signature Blepharoplasty Technique

Rather than simply removing tissue, Dr De Silva uses advanced fat-repositioning and volume-restoration techniques to maintain softness and restore youthful contour around the eyes. Subtle asymmetries between the eyes are analysed and corrected using micro-surgical adjustments developed through years of dedicated practice. Every procedure is adapted to the patient&rsquo;s anatomy rather than following a standardised approach.

Blepharoplasty at a Glance

What to Expect

What to Expect From Eyelid Surgery

The procedure may be completed only on the upper eyelids, the lower eyelids, or both concurrently. Commonly, blepharoplasty may be combined with tightening of the lower eyelid tendon (canthopexy or canthoplasty) or rejuvenation of the lower eyelid skin (laser treatment or skin peels) or volume restoration (e.g. fat transfer) to give the best natural results.

What Is Blepharoplasty? 

Blepharoplasty, also known as eyelid surgery or an eyelid lift, is one of the most commonly performed facial cosmetic procedures. It rejuvenates the eye area by reshaping excess skin, muscle and prolapsing fat that accumulate with age or due to genetics. When carried out by an experienced facial plastic surgeon, it provides natural, long-lasting results with a typically swift recovery and minimal risk. As a leading specialist in blepharoplasty in London, Dr De Silva offers both upper and lower eyelid surgery.

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Recovery

<h2>What Is Blepharoplasty Recovery Like?</h2>
Recovery after eyelid surgery is generally uncomplicated, and most patients experience only mild discomfort that settles within 24&ndash;48 hours. Dr De Silva&rsquo;s approach focuses on reducing tissue strain around the eyes, which helps limit bruising and swelling from the outset. Many patients require little or no pain medication, and simple measures in the first few days, such as icing the eyelids, resting, and sleeping with the head elevated, make a noticeable difference in early healing.
To further support recovery, Dr De Silva provides a structured aftercare programme that may include regenerative treatments such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP), oxygen therapy and LED light therapy. These methods help reduce inflammation, improve skin healing and shorten visible downtime.

<h2>A Typical Timeline</h2>
Every patient heals at a slightly different pace, but with Dr De Silva&rsquo;s techniques and comprehensive guidance, recovery is faster, more comfortable and produces natural, long-lasting results.

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Methods

Dr De Silva’s Eyelid Surgery Methods

Dr De Silva performs a conservative blepharoplasty that preserves the natural architecture of the eyelid by using tissue-sparing techniques and avoiding unnecessary trauma to the intricate anatomy of the eyelids. This prevents the surgical signs of complicated blepharoplasty, such as eyelid retraction or a change in natural eyelid shape. Depending on your features and aesthetic goals, Dr De Silva may select one of these techniques for your surgery.

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Combined With Other Techniques

Can Blepharoplasty Be Combined With Other Techniques?

Blepharoplasty is often performed alongside complementary facial procedures to achieve balanced, natural-looking results. When appropriate, Dr De Silva combines eyelid surgery with treatments that address ageing changes across the upper, mid and lower face.

What Can Blepharoplasty Treat?

Changes around the eyes can make you look tired or older and may affect confidence, makeup application and how you feel in social or professional settings. If creams, non-surgical treatments or even previous eyelid surgery have given limited improvement, blepharoplasty with Dr De Silva offers a definitive solution for a range of common concerns, including:

Why Choose Us

Why Choose Dr De Silva for Blepharoplasty in London?

&ldquo;I am dedicated to advancing the pioneering techniques I have developed over the years to offer my blepharoplasty patients surgery results that minimise tissue trauma, allowing most patients to return to normal activity within a week, with a significantly reduced risk of complications.&rdquo;
&mdash; Dr Julian De Silva

Selecting a surgeon for eyelid surgery requires absolute confidence in their technical skill and understanding of eyelid anatomy. Blepharoplasty is a procedure where differences of less than a millimetre are visible, and outcomes depend on precision, experience and specialist training. Dr Julian De Silva offers his signature natural blepharoplasty technique, created from the innovative expertise that sets him apart.
He is a recognised contributor to the scientific development of modern blepharoplasty, authoring more than 30 peer-reviewed papers and book chapters, including work on eyelid tightening techniques, ptosis correction and minimally invasive approaches.

Written by JULIAN DE SILVA, M.B.B.S., M.D.

Dr. Julian De Silva is a renowned facial cosmetic surgeon at Harley Street, London, specializing in facelift, blepharoplasty, and rhinoplasty. Known for natural-looking results, he has treated top celebrities and uses advanced technology for fast recovery. Dr. De Silva is also a recognized author and educator in aesthetic surgery.