The eyes are the most expressive feature of the face — and often the first place where the visible signs of aging appear. Hooded upper eyelids, puffy under-eye bags, and dark circles can make a person look perpetually tired, aged, or unwell regardless of how rested they actually feel. Blepharoplasty — also called an eyelid lift — directly addresses these changes through precise removal of excess eyelid skin and fat, restoring a refreshed, naturally youthful appearance to the eye area. For patients in London and across the United Kingdom seeking blepharoplasty from a surgeon whose UK peer-recognition is documented at the highest level, Dr. John Anastasatos’s dual Beverly Hills and Athens practices serve UK patients regularly with travel and recovery coordination tailored to international visitors.

Dr. Anastasatos has been an invited lecturer at the Royal Society of Medicine in London on advanced surgical techniques, and has been invited to return as a featured speaker in 2026 — a direct UK peer-recognition credential rarely held by non-UK plastic surgeons. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and has spent over two decades performing precise facial cosmetic surgery.

Upper Eyelid Lift

The upper eyelids are one of the most common areas of visible aging — the skin loses elasticity and can become loose and hooded, making the eyes appear smaller, sleepier, or more tired than the patient actually feels. In severe cases, hooded upper eyelids can impair peripheral vision. Upper blepharoplasty uses a small incision precisely placed in the natural crease of the upper eyelid to remove excess skin and fat and tighten the underlying tissue. The incision heals within the natural crease and is essentially invisible once healed. The result is a more open, alert, rested eye — without changing the fundamental shape or character of the eye itself.

Upper eyelid surgery can also create a defined eyelid crease for patients of Asian descent who have a single upper eyelid, or correct congenital traits that produce a perpetually sleepy appearance.

Lower Eyelid Lift

The lower eyelid area is technically more complex than the upper eyelid and addresses under-eye bags from herniated fat, sagging skin, and the dark circles or puffiness caused by visible blood vessels beneath the very thin lower eyelid skin. Lower blepharoplasty removes excess skin and fat, tightens the lower eyelid muscle, and can address the blood vessels contributing to dark circles. The technique is calibrated to preserve the natural shape of the eye — a properly performed lower lid lift does NOT change eye shape.

Combined Procedures for Comprehensive Rejuvenation

Upper and lower blepharoplasty are commonly performed together in a single operation. Dr. Anastasatos also frequently combines blepharoplasty with an endoscopic brow lift to address the brow position that contributes to a tired eye appearance — producing dramatic, harmonious upper-face rejuvenation in a single coordinated recovery.

“Eyelid surgery is one of the highest-precision procedures in plastic surgery. Small differences in technique produce noticeable differences in result, and the goal is always to restore the patient’s natural eye character — looking refreshed and alert, not changed.” — Dr. John Anastasatos

Why Choose Dr. Anastasatos for Blepharoplasty

• Royal Society of Medicine London Lecturer: Direct UK peer-recognition with invited 2026 return as featured speaker.
• Two Decades of International Practice: Sustained experience in facial aesthetic surgery since 2007.
• Board-Certified, FACS, ASPS, and ASAPS: Certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and full membership in the specialty’s most respected peer societies.
• International Patient Coordination: Travel and recovery planning specifically for UK patients traveling to the Beverly Hills or Athens practices.
• Top 10 International Recognition: Named by The Luxe Insider as one of the Top 10 Plastic Surgeons in the World.

Schedule Your Blepharoplasty Consultation Near London

UK patients considering blepharoplasty are welcome to schedule a virtual consultation to begin the process, then travel to Dr. Anastasatos’s Athens office or Beverly Hills office (436 North Bedford Drive, Suite 202, Beverly Hills, CA 90210) for the procedure. Contact the office today to schedule your blepharoplasty consultation with Dr. Anastasatos.