Your eyes are the first thing people notice—and often the first place aging shows. Blepharoplasty removes drooping skin and under-eye bags to reveal brighter, more refreshed eyes that reflect how you actually feel.
Schedule Consultation View ResultsBlepharoplasty—commonly called an eyelid lift or eye lift—is a surgical procedure that rejuvenates the appearance of the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. It removes excess skin, eliminates fatty deposits that cause puffiness, and tightens underlying muscles to create a more alert, youthful appearance.
The procedure can be performed for cosmetic reasons, to look more rested and rejuvenated, or for functional reasons when drooping upper eyelids actually obstruct vision. Either way, the goal is natural-looking results that enhance your eyes without looking "done."
These are the signs of aging that bring patients to our office—and that blepharoplasty can dramatically improve.
Excess skin that folds over the natural crease, making eyes look heavy and tired
Puffy fat deposits beneath the eyes that create a tired, aged appearance
Sagging skin that can even obstruct peripheral vision in severe cases
Constantly being asked "Are you tired?" despite feeling well-rested
Wrinkled, loose skin under the eyes creating fine lines and crepiness
Eyeshadow disappears into folds, eyeliner looks uneven or smudged
Blepharoplasty can be customized to address your specific concerns. Many patients benefit from treating both upper and lower eyelids together.
Removes excess skin and fat from the upper eyelids to eliminate hooding and reveal the natural eyelid crease.
Addresses both upper eyelids and under-eye bags in a single procedure for comprehensive rejuvenation.
Removes or repositions fat, tightens skin, and smooths the under-eye area to eliminate bags and puffiness.
Blepharoplasty is one of the most impactful facial procedures—with results that are noticeable yet natural.
Stop looking tired when you feel fine.
Your eyes appear larger and more youthful.
Look 5-10 years younger naturally.
Your eyelid crease is visible again.
Remove skin that blocks peripheral sight.
Results typically last 10-15+ years.
Everyone keeps telling me how rested I look. They have no idea I had anything done—they just think I've been sleeping better!
Blepharoplasty Patient
"The eyes are the centerpiece of the face. Every millimeter matters. My goal is for you to look refreshed and like yourself—just more rested."
Eyelid surgery requires an exceptionally delicate touch. The skin around the eyes is the thinnest on the body, and the margin for error is measured in millimeters. Remove too much skin, and the eyes look pulled or unnatural. Remove too little, and you won't see the improvement you hoped for.
With over 20 years of experience in facial plastic surgery, I approach every blepharoplasty with a conservative philosophy: enhance, don't overcorrect. I'm also careful to evaluate whether your concerns are truly from the eyelids or from brow descent—a distinction that changes the surgical plan entirely.
All eyelid surgeries are performed in our accredited surgical facility with meticulous attention to safety, comfort, and natural-looking results.
Here's what to expect from your eyelid surgery journey.
We carefully examine your eyes, eyelids, and brow position to determine the best approach. Sometimes what appears to be upper eyelid sagging is actually brow descent—we'll identify the true cause and recommend the right solution.
Blepharoplasty is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation, taking 1-2 hours depending on whether we're treating upper, lower, or both eyelids. Incisions are placed in natural creases where they become virtually invisible.
You'll go home the same day with cold compresses for the eyes. Expect swelling and some bruising that peaks around day 2-3. Lubricating eye drops help with any temporary dryness.
Sutures are removed around day 5-7. Most patients feel comfortable going out in public by week 2, with makeup covering any residual bruising. Final results are visible at 3 months and last 10-15+ years.
Blepharoplasty has one of the easiest recoveries of any facial procedure.
Rest with head elevated. Cold compresses. Eyes may feel tight.
Bruising starts to fade. Most swelling resolved. Stitches removed.
Most return to work and social activities. Makeup can cover residual bruising.
All swelling gone. Scars faded. Final, natural results visible.
For comprehensive facial rejuvenation, blepharoplasty is frequently paired with these complementary procedures.
If sagging brows contribute to heavy upper eyelids, a brow lift may be recommended alongside or instead of upper blepharoplasty.
Addresses the lower face and neck to create harmony between your refreshed eyes and the rest of your face.
Non-surgical options to soften crow's feet, lift brows subtly, and fill hollow areas around the eyes.
Improves skin texture, fine lines, and pigmentation around the eyes for a more complete rejuvenation.
Most adults with eye area concerns are candidates for blepharoplasty. Here's how to know if it's right for you.
Stop hearing "you look tired" when you're not. Schedule a consultation to learn how blepharoplasty can brighten and rejuvenate your eyes naturally.
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