An eyelid lift, also known as blepharoplasty, corrects signs of aging affecting the upper or lower eyelids. It is often performed to address sagging, wrinkled, or crepey skin on the upper lids. You may choose to have your upper and lower eyelids treated in the same procedure.

It’s normal to experience minor swelling, bruising, and soreness after an eyelid lift. Your team will review your pain management options and ensure your comfort. Discomfort improves significantly after the first few days. However, each person’s recovery experience is unique.

The cost of an eyelid lift varies widely depending on many factors, but financing options are available. 

We recommend a consultation to discuss your treatment goals and provide you with a more accurate estimate. Factors that affect the cost of your eyelid lift include:

• Your surgeon’s skill and experience

• The type of procedure performed

• Whether you treat the upper lids, lower lids, or both

• Anesthesia and other associated expenses

You will usually be able to go back to work after about a week. Dr. Waltzman will give you detailed instructions about when you can start becoming more active and how to care for yourself during recovery. Your eyes will look different almost immediately, but the swelling will take a few weeks to fade so that you can see your final results.

Each eyelid lift is unique, and whether you will have scars depends on how the procedure is performed. Incisions are usually made in the creases of the eyelids, making them nearly invisible after healing. Your team will provide instructions on how to care for your incisions so the scars become as inconspicuous as possible.

While an eyelid lift undoes many of the effects of aging, it cannot permanently stop the aging process. Results are long-lasting, but as the years pass, you may notice some changes. You can help your results last longer by using sun protection and quality skincare products.