Private oculoplastic surgery costs from £460 at Eye Surgery Clinic for an in-clinic chalazion procedure. Eyelid and peri-ocular surgery is priced per procedure: an upper blepharoplasty is from £2,350 (£3,950 for both upper lids), entropion or ectropion repair from £2,534, ptosis repair from £3,100, a brow lift £2,000 and excision of an eyelid lesion £764. Most procedures are performed under local anaesthetic, and many functional procedures are covered by private medical insurance.
Oculoplastics prices
This hub covers the eyelid, tear-drainage and peri-ocular procedures we most commonly perform. Your exact quote is confirmed after a consultant assessment, since the right approach depends on diagnosis, eyelid anatomy and whether one or both eyes are treated.
Blepharoplasty
Upper eyelid lift
£2,350
unilateral · from
- Removes excess upper-lid skin
- Improves heaviness & hooding
- £3,950 for both upper lids
- All-inclusive package
Ptosis repair
Drooping eyelid
£3,100
unilateral · from
- Lifts a drooping upper lid
- Restores upper visual field
- Technique matched to severity
- All-inclusive package
Entropion / Ectropion
Eyelid malposition
£2,534
from
- Corrects a lid turning in or out
- Relieves lash rubbing & watering
- Protects the cornea
- All-inclusive package
Brow lift
Brow elevation
£2,000
unilateral
- Lifts a heavy or low brow
- Complements eyelid surgery
- Improves upper-field heaviness
- All-inclusive package
Eyelid lesion excision
Skin lesion / cyst
£764
per lesion
- Removal under local anaesthetic
- Histology where indicated
- Day-case in clinic
- Aftercare included
Chalazion
Meibomian cyst curettage
£460
in-clinic procedure
- Drains a persistent eyelid cyst
- Quick local-anaesthetic procedure
- Same-day in clinic
- Aftercare included
A punctocanaliculoplasty for a watery eye is £1,200, and bilateral upper blepharoplasty is £3,950. Most procedures are performed under local anaesthetic. Read more about blepharoplasty, ptosis surgery and chalazion treatment, or see dedicated pricing on our blepharoplasty, ptosis and entropion & ectropion pages.
What’s included in the price
Our oculoplastic procedure prices are all-inclusive. Each package covers:
- Your consultant oculoplastic surgeon’s fees for the procedure
- The clinic or theatre setting appropriate to your procedure
- Local anaesthetic and the care team on the day
- Wound-care guidance and post-operative instructions
- Routine follow-up review to check your healing
Histology (lab analysis) for removed lesions may be quoted separately where clinically indicated.
0% finance options
You don’t have to pay for surgery all at once. We offer interest-free (0% APR) finance that lets you spread the cost over manageable monthly instalments, typically from 10 to 24 months, subject to status. Full details and an application are on our finance page.
Using private medical insurance
Many oculoplastic procedures with a functional indication — vision affected by a drooping lid, recurrent infection, or mechanical irritation from a malpositioned lid — are covered by private medical insurance, with pre-authorisation and a referral. Purely cosmetic procedures are not usually covered. See our guidance for insured patients for how to arrange cover.
Frequently asked questions
How much does private oculoplastic surgery cost in the UK?
At Eye Surgery Clinic an in-clinic chalazion procedure is £460, an eyelid lesion excision £764, a punctocanaliculoplasty for a watery eye £1,200, a brow lift £2,000, an upper blepharoplasty from £2,350 (£3,950 for both upper lids), entropion or ectropion repair from £2,534, and ptosis repair from £3,100. All prices are all-inclusive of your surgeon, the procedure and aftercare.
Is oculoplastics the same as cosmetic eyelid surgery?
Oculoplastics covers both functional and appearance-related concerns around the eyes, but it is medically focused. Many procedures are done to improve comfort, protect the cornea, or restore eyelid position — appearance changes can be a secondary benefit.
Is watery eye always a blocked tear duct?
No. Paradoxically, dry eye can trigger reflex tearing. Eyelid position, inflammation, allergy and narrowing within the drainage system can also cause watering. The right treatment depends on the cause.
How long does eyelid bruising last?
Many patients see the main bruising settle over 1–2 weeks, with swelling improving gradually. Healing varies by person and procedure type. We’ll advise what is typical for your specific plan.
Will my insurance cover oculoplastic surgery?
Many oculoplastic procedures with a functional indication — vision affected, recurrent infection or mechanical irritation — are covered by private medical insurance, with pre-authorisation and a referral. Purely cosmetic procedures are not usually covered. Our insured patients page explains how to arrange your cover.