Sagging or drooping eyelids can create a tired or angry appearance. This excess skin may even make it challenging to apply makeup or, in some cases, affect your vision. Dr. Stein performs blepharoplasty to correct drooping eyelids, adjust underlying muscles, and reposition fat pads for naturally youthful, brighter eyes.
What is Blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure designed to reposition fat deposits, tighten muscles, and remove excess skin around the eyelids. Also known as an eyelid lift, this procedure can reduce years from your appearance by rejuvenating the upper eyelids or lower eyelids.
Upper eyelid lifts correct the “hooded” appearance, which can make you look angry or tired. Lower eyelid lifts reduce bags under the eyes, which may appear even after a full night’s rest.
For optimal results, you may combine upper and lower eyelid lifts into a single procedure. A consultation with Dr. Stein will help determine the best approach for you.
Benefits of an Eyelid Lift
An eyelid lift can offer several benefits, including:
Natural-Looking Results
Dr. Stein is a double-certified facial plastic surgeon. With years of experience and advanced rejuvenation techniques, Dr. Stein consistently achieves natural-looking results.
Immediate Results
Improvements are visible immediately following surgery. As swelling dissipates, your appearance will continue to improve over the following weeks.
Brighter Eyes
Drooping upper or lower eyelids can make you look older, tired, or angry. Removing sagging skin and adjusting underlying muscles opens your eyes, giving a brighter, refreshed appearance.
Improved Vision
Excess upper eyelid skin may impact peripheral vision. In some cases, insurance may cover an upper eyelid lift. By correcting sagging skin, you can regain full, unobstructed vision.
Quick Recovery Time
Dr. Stein employs advanced techniques to reduce pain, swelling, and recovery time. Most patients return to work within a week, though strenuous activities may require two weeks.
Long-Lasting Results
Blepharoplasty results generally last 5-7 years, with many patients requiring only one eyelid lift in their lifetime.
Should I Combine My Blepharoplasty with an Eyebrow Lift?
Combining blepharoplasty with an eyebrow lift offers more dramatic results, especially for patients experiencing brow sagging. This combination procedure addresses both concerns in one recovery period, yielding natural, youthful results. A consultation with Dr. Stein can help determine if a combination surgery is right for you.
Take the Next Step
Interested in learning more about blepharoplasty? Schedule an in-person consultation at Stein Plastic Surgery in Raleigh, NC. Fill out the form on this page or call (919) 261-7099, and our medical team will be happy to assist you.
*Individual results may vary.
