What treatment aims to address
Refined lids and a brighter eye expression. Upper-eyelid surgery planned to reduce heaviness and define the crease while keeping the result natural.
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Eyes treatment
Upper Blepharoplasty
Refined lids and a brighter eye expression. Upper-eyelid surgery planned to reduce heaviness and define the crease while keeping the result natural.
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What to Expect Before You Decide
What to keep in mind
The outcome depends on your anatomy, health and healing. Discuss the expected change, limitations, alternatives and the option of no treatment with Dr. Bien before deciding.
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Follow-up and Return-to-Work Planning
These are usual clinic estimates, not guaranteed recovery deadlines. Your procedure-specific instructions, healing and individual clearance take priority.
Follow-up visits
For most procedures, the usual first follow-up is around 7 days. Confirm your individual appointment before leaving the clinic.
Follow-ups are included. Further visits are arranged according to your recovery.
Stitch removal
Stitches are usually removed around day 7 when applicable. Follow the date given by your surgeon.
Desk work
The usual estimate is around 2–3 days, depending on your procedure, comfort, work duties and your surgeon’s advice.
Physical work
The usual estimate is around 2–4 weeks. Confirm clearance for the lifting, bending and exertion involved in your job.
Exercise, driving and flights
Confirm these separately with your surgeon. Being ready for desk work does not mean you are cleared for exercise, driving or travel.
Companion
A companion is required for a sedated procedure. Arrange this before your treatment date.
Plan your treatment
Pricing & inclusions
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Package inclusions
Follow-up visits are included. Your visit schedule is confirmed as part of your individual care plan.
- Surgeon’s professional fee
- Operating room and nursing team
- Standard surgical tools and materials
- Basic postoperative medicines
- Basic aftercare supplies
Possible additional costs
The published price applies to a standard procedure under local anesthesia. Laboratory tests may be required if you are age 50 or older, have conditions such as hypertension or diabetes, or choose IV sedation. Laboratory tests are estimated at ₱4,000–₱5,000 and the optional IV sedation upgrade costs an additional ₱20,000. Final requirements, inclusions, and pricing are confirmed after assessment.
Final pricing and the treatment plan are confirmed after an in-person assessment.
AT A GLANCE
Procedure Overview
AnesthesiaLocal anesthesia with mild oral sedation
Procedure timeApproximately 1–2 hours
Typical discomfortOften described as minimal; individual experience varies
Stitch removalUsually around Day 7
Light downtimeApproximately 1–2 weeks
Full healingApproximately 4–6 months
Real patient outcomes
Upper Blepharoplasty Results
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What Is Upper Blepharoplasty?
Upper Blepharoplasty is eyelid surgery that removes selected excess skin and fat from the upper eyelids. The aim is to define the eyelid crease and make the eyes look less heavy or tired while keeping the result natural.
Who May Be a Candidate?
This procedure may be considered for patients with:
- Monolids or a poorly defined eyelid crease
- Loose or sagging upper-eyelid skin
- Hooded lids that make the eyes look heavy or sleepy
- Upper-eyelid skin that begins to fold over the lash line
An in-person examination is required. Dr. Bien will assess the eyelid skin, fat, muscle, natural asymmetry, eye health, previous procedures, medical history, and the result that is realistically possible.
Upper Blepharoplasty can refresh the upper eyelids, but it cannot guarantee perfect symmetry, an invisible scar, or a particular eye shape. Swelling and bruising are expected during early healing, and results vary.
Medically Reviewed By Bien Po, M.D.
Last Reviewed: July 26, 2026
Last Reviewed: July 26, 2026
Anatomy-led planning
Preserving a natural upper eyelid
Planning considers skin excess, brow position, eyelid crease, fat distribution, eye closure, and asymmetry. Removing too much skin or fat can create a hollow or tight appearance, so the goal is functional closure and a refreshed—not erased—eyelid.
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What Patients Say.
Upper Blepharoplasty & Fat Grafting
Sobrang satisfied po ako. Thank you so much, Doc, for creating my upper eyelid and fixing my under-eye area using my own fat.
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Experiences and results vary.
Frequently asked questions
Upper Blepharoplasty FAQs
Will there be a visible scar?
The incision is usually placed within the natural upper-eyelid crease. Scars often fade with time, but healing differs and no scar can be guaranteed to become invisible.
Will surgery change my eye shape?
The plan aims to define and refresh your existing eyelid shape, not redesign your eyes. The visible change depends on your anatomy and the amount of tissue that can be safely treated.
When can I wear eye makeup again?
The original guidance is usually around the second to third week, depending on wound healing and stitch removal. Follow the specific advice given during your postoperative visits.
Can it be combined with lower-eyelid surgery?
Yes, when appropriate. Upper and lower eyelid surgery may be planned together after Dr. Bien examines both areas and discusses the added recovery and risks.
When can I return to work or social activities?
Many patients plan around one to two weeks of light downtime. Bruising, swelling, work demands, and individual healing may change that timeline.
Can Upper Blepharoplasty be combined with under-eye fat grafting?
It may be combined in selected patients when both upper-eyelid heaviness and under-eye hollowing need treatment. Each procedure has separate benefits, limitations, and recovery considerations.
Your Best Next Step Is a Conversation.
Meet Dr. Bien in person, discuss what concerns you, and receive an honest assessment of what may—or may not—be appropriate.
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