Hooded eyelids are one of the most common facial ageing concerns, and one of the most dramatically improved with surgery. At Norwest Cosmetic Surgery in Sydney, Dr. Senthil Supramaniam specialises in hooded eyelid correction through precision upper blepharoplasty, delivering natural, refreshed results that turn back the clock without looking overdone.
What Causes Hooded Eyelids?
Hooded eyelids occur when excess skin from the upper eyelid droops over the eyelid crease, partially covering the mobile lid and sometimes extending close to the lash line. This creates a heavy, hooded appearance that can make you look permanently tired, older, or less alert — even when you feel great. Hooded eyelids are primarily caused by the natural loss of skin elasticity that comes with ageing, though genetics also play a significant role. Some patients notice hooded eyelids developing in their 30s, while others are not affected until their 50s or 60s.
Hooded Eyelid Surgery vs Non-Surgical Options
For mild cases of eyelid heaviness, non-surgical options such as Botox brow lifting or forma skin tightening may provide temporary improvement. However, for moderate to significant skin excess, surgery is the only treatment that delivers permanent, dramatic correction. Dr. Senthil Supramaniam will advise during your consultation whether a surgical or non-surgical approach is most appropriate for your degree of hooding.
The Blepharoplasty Procedure for Hooded Eyelids
Upper blepharoplasty for hooded eyelids involves the precise surgical removal of excess upper eyelid skin under local anaesthesia with sedation at Norwest Private Hospital. Dr. Senthil carefully marks and measures the amount of skin to be removed before making a fine incision within the natural eyelid crease. The excess skin and any bulging fat pockets are removed, and the incision is closed with delicate sutures.
The procedure typically takes 60 to 90 minutes and most patients go home the same day. Swelling and bruising resolve within 1 to 2 weeks, and final results are visible at approximately 6 weeks post-surgery.
Book Your Hooded Eyelid Consultation at Norwest Today
If hooded eyelids are affecting your appearance or confidence, book a consultation with Dr. Senthil Supramaniam at Norwest Cosmetic Surgery today. Experience natural, lasting results from one of Sydney's most trusted cosmetic surgeons.
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