If sagging upper lids, puffy lower lids, or tired-looking eyes are holding you back, blepharoplasty with Dr. Joy Cluett can help you look more rested and alert—without changing what makes you you. Below is a clear, patient-friendly guide to the procedure, recovery, and why patients choose Dr. Cluett for facial rejuvenation in Newfoundland & Labrador. 

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Why Choose Dr. Joy Cluett

  • Depth of experience. Newfoundland & Labrador’s only female plastic surgeon, Dr. Cluett combines meticulous technique with a warm, patient-first approach. She is widely recognized for excellence and was named a 2025 RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards finalist. 
  • Clear, realistic planning. Typical upper or lower eyelid surgery takes ~1–2 hours (often under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on your plan), with structured aftercare and check-ins. 

“At the heart of my work is a commitment to natural-looking, confidence-building results.” — Dr. Joy Cluett 

What is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) removes excess skin and can refine or reposition fat around the eyes to reduce hooding, puffiness, and under-eye bags. It can also improve visual field obstruction when overhanging skin weighs the upper lids. The goal is a rested, brighter look that still feels like you. 

What Blepharoplasty Can Address 

  • Upper-eyelid hooding or overhang 
  • Puffy lower lids or under-eye bags (fat can be repositioned or reduced) 
  • Crepey or excess skin around the lids 
  • Asymmetry between the eyelids 
  • Visual field obstruction caused by redundant upper-lid skin 
  • A persistently “tired” or “worn-out” appearance 

These goals align with the medical definition of blepharoplasty: removal of excess eyelid skin, precise repositioning or reduction of fat, and refinement of the supporting tissues to improve lid contour, rejuvenate the eye area, and—when needed—enhance the upper visual field. 

“Blepharoplasty focuses on the things you notice in mirrors and photos—heavy upper lids, puffiness, and redundant skin. By removing extra skin, carefully adjusting fat, and refining the eyelid crease, we restore a brighter, rested look while keeping your natural expressions.” — Dr. Joy Cluett 

Candidacy for a Blepharoplasty

Adults in good health with concerns such as lid heaviness, puffiness, or under-eye bags who understand scar placement and recovery commitments. Stable health, non-smoking (or willingness to pause), and well-managed eye conditions (e.g., dry eye) help support optimal healing and comfort. 

“The best candidates are in good health, at or near a stable weight, and understand both the benefits and the reality of scars and recovery. If you don’t smoke—or can pause—your healing is usually smoother, and we’ll map a plan that fits your goals and lifestyle.” - Dr. Joy Cluett 

How Dr. Joy Cluett Performs the Procedure

  • Upper eyelids: Excess skin (and sometimes a small amount of fat) is removed through a crease-hidden incision. 
  • Lower eyelids: Fat may be repositioned or conservatively removed via an external, lash-line-adjacent incision; excess skin can be tightened as needed. 
  • Anesthesia: Local with sedation or general, based on your plan and comfort. 
  • Duration: Most cases take about 1–2 hours, depending on upper, lower, or combined lids.

Scar Placement

  • Upper lids: Incisions are hidden in the natural eyelid crease. 
  • Lower lids: Incisions are placed just beneath the lash line (subciliary) leaving no external scar. 
    Scars fade and blend over time, with final maturation taking many months (sometimes up to two years). 

Blepharoplasty Recovery Timeline 

  • Days 1–7: Swelling and bruising peak; use cold compresses as directed. Keep head elevated and avoid straining. 
  • Days 7–8: Sutures (if external) are typically removed around a week. Light walking is encouraged. 
  • Weeks 1–2: Most people feel comfortable returning to desk work; makeup can often camouflage residual bruising once cleared. 
  • Weeks 3–6: Gradual return to exercise; swelling continues to settle. 
  • Months 3–6+: Scars soften and mature; results refine. 

You’ll receive detailed instructions on cleansing, eye lubrication (if advised), activity limits, and follow-ups.

Natural-Looking Results

The goal is to refresh—not change—your features. Dr. Cluett’s conservative, anatomy-respecting approach aims for smoother contours, lighter-feeling lids, and an alert, rested appearance that fits your face. 

Can I Combine a Blepharoplasty with Other Procedures?

Yes. When it’s safe and aligns with your goals and recovery plan, blepharoplasty can be combined with:

  • Skin treatments around the eyes (e.g., light resurfacing/peels when appropriate) 

How Much Does Blepharoplasty Cost? 

Blepharoplasty quotes are provided as a comprehensive estimate that typically includes the surgeon’s fee, accredited operating room and anesthesia, routine post-operative visits, and any standard supplies (e.g., eye shields or prescribed ointments if needed). 

In Canada, the average cost of blepharoplasty generally ranges from ~$4,500 to $10,500+. 
 

Your total investment depends on whether you’re treating upper lids, lower lids, or both, the technique used (e.g., subciliary with skin pinch, fat repositioning), time in the operating room, and individualized aftercare needs. Final pricing is confirmed after your in-person consultation with Dr. Joy Cluett, once your examination and surgical plan are complete. 

How Beautifi Can Help Break Down that Cost

Want to spread your blepharoplasty cost into predictable monthly payments? Beautifi helps eligible patients finance all or part of their treatment with custom payment plans. Apply in under 3 minutes with no impact on your credit score. 

We can help turn that large, dreadful, upfront cost into simple monthly payments. From $4,500 upfront to $143* per month.  

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*Monthly payments will vary depending on a variety of factors, including credit history and monthly income. The minimum amount financed is $1,000. No down payment required. Amounts shown are exclusive of all fees. Offer is subject to credit approval by Beautifi Solutions Inc. Beautifi is an independent third-party financing provider. This does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of any medical treatment or provider. Terms and conditions apply. 

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Dr. Joy Cluett is an exceptional surgeon and a finalist for the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards. Don’t wait—book your blepharoplasty today. 

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FAQs: Blepharoplasty

Q: What does blepharoplasty treat?

A: Excess upper-lid skin (hooding), puffy under-eye bags, and crepey skin. It can also help when overhanging skin limits the upper visual field. 

Q: Who is a good candidate?

A: Healthy adults with realistic goals. Good candidates understand incision placement, temporary swelling/bruising, and the time needed for scars to mature. Dry-eye symptoms and eye health will be reviewed to ensure comfort and safety. 

Q: How is the surgery performed and how long does it take?

A: Through crease-hidden (upper) and lash-line-adjacent skin and fat are refined or repositioned. Most cases take ~1–2 hours depending on whether upper, lower, or both lids are treated. 

Q: What is recovery like?

A: Expect swelling and bruising for 1–2 weeks, head elevation, cold compresses, and activity restrictions as directed. Many patients return to desk work in about 1–2 weeks, increasing activity gradually as cleared. 

Q: Where are the scars and how do they heal?

A: Upper-lid scars sit in the natural crease; lower-lid scars are at the lash line. They generally fade significantly over time but can take many months to fully mature.

Q: Can it be combined with other procedures?

A: Yes—such as select skin treatments—when it’s safe and consistent with your goals and recovery plan.