Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

What is Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)?

Blepharoplasty also referred to as Upper and Lower Eyelid Surgery, is designed to remove the excess skin and fat, along with the muscle, from the upper and lower eyelids.

Will I have any scars from the Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Procedure?

The incisions made on the Upper or Lower Eyelids are barely visible after a few months as they are within the normal creases and folds of the upper and lower eyelids. In patients who only need removal of fat from the lower eyelids, the incision can be made on the inside of the eyelid and therefore cause no visible scar around the area where incisions were made.

Where can the Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) procedure be performed?

The Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) can be performed as an outpatient procedure at the Doctor’s office or as an outpatient surgery at the hospital.

How long does it take for the bruising and swelling to come down?

Normally, it takes between seven to ten days for the bruising and swelling to come down. (Prescription medication is available)

How long does the Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) procedure take?

The normal duration of the Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) procedure is one to three hours at the most.

What is the cost of Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)?

The average cost of Blepharoplasty is between $2,000 - $5,000 ($2,000 for the Upper or Lower and $5,000 for both Upper and Lower Eyelids).

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