Nicola had felt self-conscious about the hollowness beneath her eyes since she was around 19. After a consultation with Consultant Oculoplastic Surgeon Mr Paul Meredith, she decided to undergo upper and lower blepharoplasty.

She shares her story so far, from consultation to just over four weeks after surgery. Her recovery is ongoing, and we’ll add further updates as she continues to heal.

Nicola’s consultation

Nicola researched Mr Paul Meredith before booking her consultation. During the appointment, they discussed her concerns, the potential results and the risks involved in upper and lower eyelid surgery.

Watch Nicola share her thoughts after her consultation below.

Nicola’s surgery

Following her consultation, Nicola returned for upper and lower blepharoplasty with Mr Paul Meredith. The video below shows footage from her procedure.

⚠️ Warning: This video contains graphic surgical footage.

Nicola’s recovery: two weeks on

Just over two weeks after surgery, Nicola shared an update on her recovery, including the initial soreness, how her bruising had settled and the swelling still present in her upper eyelids.

Although she is still healing, Nicola is pleased with her progress and looking forward to seeing how her results develop. Watch her update below.

Nicola’s recovery: four weeks on

Just over four weeks after surgery, Nicola shares how her swelling has continued to settle and why she’s particularly pleased with her lower eyelids. She also discusses returning to wearing makeup and the support she’s received from our nursing and reception teams as her recovery continues.

Watch her latest update below.