Male blepharoplasty · Face
Eyelid surgery for men. Rested eyes, no visible change in character.
Heavy upper lids can make a man look tired or stern when he feels neither. Upper eyelid surgery lifts the hooded skin so your eyes look open and rested, while your brow and the character of your face stay exactly as they are.
Results
Before and after.
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AfterAbout the procedure
Looking rested, not operated on.
Upper eyelid surgery is one of the most subtle procedures in cosmetic surgery. A small, precise change can take years of tiredness out of a man’s face without anyone being able to say what you have had done.
In men the brow sits lower and the fold of the lid is flatter than in women. For that reason less skin is removed and the incision sits lower, which avoids a feminised or “surprised” look and keeps the natural shape of the eye.
The incision follows the natural crease of the lid, and a small amount of fat is taken where needed. Once healed, the scar sits in the fold and is all but invisible, even with the eyes closed.
Dr Ouali focuses on upper eyelid surgery. If your concern lies beneath the eye or elsewhere on the face, he will tell you plainly at your consultation and advise on what would help.
Is it right for you?
You may be considering it if
Upper eyelid surgery does not treat bags under the eyes, crow's feet or the position of the brow. If those are your main concern, Dr Ouali will say so and discuss what would help instead.
Your journey
What to expect.
Consultation
A complimentary video consultation with Dr Ouali, private and unhurried. Send photographs if helpful and he will look at your eyes, explain your options and what each would achieve. If you would rather meet in person at Langham Hospital first, that can be arranged; a consultation fee applies.
The day of surgery
Surgery is under local anaesthetic, with sedation if you prefer, and takes one to two hours. You rest in a private room afterwards and go home the same day, accompanied by someone you trust.
The first two weeks
Expect swelling and bruising, which cool compresses ease. Stitches come out at about 5 to 7 days, and most men return to office work within about a week.
The result
Residual swelling settles over a few weeks, and the scars fade over months into the natural crease. Dr Ouali sees you at each stage, and you always know who to call.
Risks and safety
Told to you plainly.
Upper eyelid surgery is a well-established procedure with a low rate of complications, but no surgery is without risk. Dr Ouali will go through every one of these with you before you decide.
Common and temporary: swelling, bruising, dry or watery eyes, blurred vision for a day or two, and tightness of the lids.
Uncommon: bleeding, infection, asymmetry, visible scarring or difficulty closing the eyes fully. Rarely, further surgery is needed to correct these.
Good to know
- Anaesthetic
- Local, with sedation if preferred
- Duration
- 1 to 2 hours
- Stay
- Day case
- Back to work
- 7 to 10 days
- Results
- Long-lasting
Every procedure is planned around you. These are typical figures; Dr Ouali will confirm what applies in your case at your consultation.
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For men
Upper eyelid surgery is one of the procedures men ask for most. Heavy lids read as tiredness or sternness, and men often want that gone without any change to the character of the face. Dr Ouali adjusts the technique to keep the natural shape of a male eye and brow: a little less skin removed, the crease kept low, so the result is simply a rested version of you.
Your surgeon
Eyelid surgery with Dr Braham Ouali.
Eyelid surgery is work of millimetres. Dr Ouali believes a good result begins with understanding the person in front of him: what you hope for, what worries you, and what would make you feel most like yourself.
Your consultation is private and unhurried. He will tell you plainly what surgery can achieve and what it cannot, and you will never be hurried towards a decision. From the first conversation to your final review, you are supported at every stage, and you always know who to turn to.
Where you will be treated
Langham Hospital, Hallam Street.
Dr Ouali consults and operates at Langham Hospital, a private hospital a few minutes' walk from Harley Street. Calm, modern and entirely discreet, with consulting rooms, treatment rooms and operating theatres under one roof.
Patient stories
In their own words.
I felt completely at ease with him - he was incredibly kind and gentle throughout the procedure, which really helped calm my nerves.
The healing process has been excellent, with minimal scarring thanks to your skill and expertise. The entire experience has been an outstanding success.
Dr Ouali is a very pleasant surgeon, he was very helpful, he put me at ease during my procedure. An excellent experience.
Common questions
What patients ask.
Will it make me look feminine or surprised?
No. In men the brow sits lower and the fold of the lid is flatter, so Dr Ouali removes a little less skin and keeps the incision low. The aim is a rested version of your own eyes, with no change to the character of your face.
How soon can I be back in the office?
Most men return to desk-based work after 7 to 10 days, once the stitches are out. Allow longer for physically demanding work.
Can I have it done discreetly?
Yes. Surgery is a day case under local anaesthetic at Langham Hospital on Hallam Street, a private hospital. If you would rather not be seen coming and going, we offer chauffeured, door-to-door arrival and a private entrance away from the street; ask when you enquire.
Is it common for men to have eyelid surgery?
Yes. Upper eyelid surgery is one of the procedures men ask for most. Heavy lids read as tiredness or sternness, and men often want that gone without any change to the character of the face.
What about my glasses?
Dr Ouali will advise at your follow-up when you can return to your usual routine, including glasses and contact lenses. Contact lenses are usually possible after about two weeks, once the stitches are out and the incisions have sealed.
Do I need to shave or do anything beforehand?
Dr Ouali will take you through everything you need to know before surgery at your consultation. Each procedure is planned around you, so bring any questions about preparation to that conversation.
I am flying in. How long should I stay?
Plan to be in London for at least 7 to 10 days after surgery, so that your stitches can be removed and Dr Ouali can see you before you fly. Later follow-ups can be by video. Your first consultation is by video.
Does it help with hooded lids blocking my vision?
Upper eyelid surgery removes the excess skin that folds over the lash line, which in some cases narrows the field of vision. If hooded lids are affecting your upper vision, tell Dr Ouali at your consultation and he will advise on what would help.
Complimentary virtual consultations
Begin with a conversation.
Your first consultation is complimentary and takes place by video, with no obligation and no hurry. Tell us a little about what you are considering, and we will arrange a time to talk.