YOUR BLEPHAROPLASTY JOURNEY AT MOORFIELDS PRIVATE

If you are considering blepharoplasty at Moorfields Private, Dr Swan Kang will guide you through each stage of the process, from your initial consultation and pre-operative assessment through to surgery and postoperative care.

Dr Swan Kang is a Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in eyelid and oculoplastic surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital. Her approach to blepharoplasty is tailored to each patient's anatomy, eye health and individual goals, with an emphasis on natural-looking results and preserving healthy eyelid function.

1. Your initial consultation

Your first appointment will be with Dr Kang for a detailed assessment and discussion of your concerns and expectations.

The purpose of the consultation is to determine whether blepharoplasty is appropriate for you and, if so, to discuss the different surgical techniques and approaches that may best rejuvenate the appearance and function of the area around your eyes.

For the upper eyelids, this may involve addressing excess or hooded skin and, where appropriate, underlying fat or other changes that contribute to an aged or tired appearance. For the lower eyelids, surgery may involve reducing or repositioning the fat that creates bags, as well as addressing hollows or changes in the transition between the lower eyelid and cheek.

Dr Kang will also discuss your ophthalmic history, including any history of dry eyes, contact lens wear, previous eye surgery or other relevant eye conditions. Your general medical history will also be reviewed to ensure that surgery is appropriate and safe for you.

We will discuss your regular medications, including any blood-thinning medication, as these may affect the risk of bruising and bleeding around the time of surgery.

Depending on your individual circumstances and the type of surgery being considered, the procedure may be performed under local anaesthesia with or without sedation, or under general anaesthesia.

Your consultation can take place at either of the following Moorfields Private locations:

Moorfields Private Outpatient Centre
9–11 Bath Street
London
EC1V 9LF

This Moorfields Private outpatient centre is located next to the main Moorfields Eye Hospital site on City Road.

Moorfields Private Eye Centre
50–52 New Cavendish Street
London
W1G 8TL

Moorfields Private New Cavendish Street is located in London's medical district and provides private ophthalmic consultations, diagnostic services and treatment.

2. Arranging your surgery

Following your consultation and once you have decided to proceed, Robyn, Dr Kang's practice manager, will discuss the practical arrangements with you, including available theatre dates and the fees for your procedure.

You will be provided with a clear breakdown of the expected costs, including the Moorfields Eye Hospital facility fee, Dr Kang's surgical fee and, where applicable, the anaesthetist's fee.

We will then discuss potential dates for your surgery.

Dr Kang's routine waiting time can vary depending on demand and the type of surgery required. If you would like surgery sooner, or if there is a particular reason why surgery needs to take place within a shorter timeframe, there may occasionally be additional theatre dates available at short notice.

3. Pre-operative assessment at Moorfields Private

Before your surgery, you will also have a pre-operative assessment with the Moorfields Private nursing team.

This assessment is designed to review your general health and make sure that you are medically suitable to undergo your planned procedure and anaesthetic. The nursing team will ask about your medical history, regular medications and any relevant previous surgery or medical conditions.

Depending on the type of anaesthesia planned, you may also be asked about previous experiences with anaesthesia and any factors that may be relevant to your safety during surgery.

This assessment is an important part of the Moorfields Private surgical pathway, helping to ensure that you are appropriately prepared for your procedure.

4. On the day of surgery at Moorfields Private

Your blepharoplasty will take place at Moorfields Private City Road, within the Moorfields Eye Hospital site:

Moorfields Private Cumberlege Wing
Fourth Floor, Moorfields Eye Hospital
162 City Road
London
EC1V 2PD

Moorfields Private City Road is the private surgical facility within the main Moorfields Eye Hospital site.

You will be asked to arrive approximately 1.5 hours before your planned surgery time so that the Moorfields Private nursing team can complete your admission and carry out routine observations and preparation before you go to theatre.

You will meet the members of the team involved in your care, and Dr Kang will see you before surgery to confirm the planned procedure and answer any final questions. If you are having sedation or general anaesthesia, the anaesthetic team will also see you before the procedure.

5. The blepharoplasty procedure

The exact procedure will depend on your individual anatomy and the treatment plan discussed during your consultation.

Before surgery, the eyelids will be carefully marked while you are sitting upright. This allows your natural eyelid position, facial proportions and symmetry to be assessed and helps guide the surgical plan.

For upper blepharoplasty, an incision is usually made within the natural crease of the upper eyelid. Excess skin may be removed, and the underlying tissues may be carefully adjusted where necessary. The aim is to achieve a natural-looking result while preserving eyelid function and avoiding an over-operated appearance.

For lower blepharoplasty, the surgery is tailored to the individual. Where appropriate, the fat responsible for lower-lid bags may be repositioned or removed, helping to create a smoother transition between the lower eyelid and cheek. Excess skin may also be addressed where necessary.

Dr Kang will discuss exactly what is recommended for you during your consultation. Not every patient requires the same combination of procedures.

6. After your blepharoplasty

Once your surgery is complete, you will be taken to the recovery area where the Moorfields Private nursing team will monitor you while you recover from the anaesthetic or sedation.

You will usually be able to go home on the same day.

You are likely to have some swelling and bruising after surgery. You may have eye pads or a dressing over both eyes immediately after the procedure, usually for approximately 30 minutes to one hour. One or both eye pads will then be removed before you leave, depending on your individual circumstances.

Your vision may be temporarily blurred and your depth perception may feel different immediately after surgery. You may also feel slightly disorientated, particularly if you have had sedation or general anaesthesia.

You should therefore arrange for someone to collect you and accompany you home, if possible. We recommend travelling home by taxi rather than using public transport or driving yourself.

You will be given detailed postoperative instructions, including information about eye drops, ointment, wound care, sleeping position, activity and what to expect during the recovery period.

Dr Kang and her practice team will also provide you with information about how to contact the team if you have any concerns following your blepharoplasty. Moorfields Private also provides access to emergency ophthalmic advice outside normal working hours, should you have concerns following your surgery.

Moorfields Private provides a dedicated private patient pathway, with private outpatient facilities, nursing support and private surgical facilities within the well-established Moorfields Eye Hospital network.