Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) removes fat, and sometimes excess skin and muscle, from the upper lids, lower lids or both to correct drooping lids and under-eye bags. At St. Charles Plastic Surgery in St. Charles, IL, it is performed by Dr. Bahram Ghaderi, MD, FACS, a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with more than 25 years of experience.
It is an outpatient procedure that takes about one to two hours under local anesthesia with sedation. It can be done alone or with a facelift or brow lift.
Most bruising fades within 7 to 10 days, and most patients return to work after about a week. See results in the before and after gallery.
An eyelid lift can correct droopy upper lids as well as lower eyelid surgery can correct puffy bags below the eyes, which can make you look older or more tired than you feel. Blepharoplasty can be performed alone, or in conjunction with other facial procedures like a face lift or brow lift.
Blepharoplasty is a great option for many of our patients. Eyelid surgery is performed on men and women of all ages who want to improve their appearance and self-image. The best candidates for eyelid surgery are men and women who are physically healthy, but have droopy, baggy, or puffy eyelids.
Each year, thousands of people have eyelid surgery without major complications. However, it is important for you to be informed of the risks as well as the benefits. Dr. Ghaderi will describe the procedure in detail when you visit him for a consultation.
The result of blepharoplasty is a more alert and rested appearance. You may find that you feel more confident in business and social situations. Friends and colleagues may comment on your improved appearance without realizing that you had surgery. Dr. Ghaderi can advise you about the best way to maintain your results.
Additionally, during your eyelid surgery consultation, Dr. Ghaderi can recommend other plastic surgery procedures to enhance your results, such as facelift or BOTOX® Cosmetic. Many patients find that a combination of procedures is the best approach for achieving their personal aesthetic goals.
If you would like to schedule a consultation for a blepharoplasty/eyelid surgery, contact St. Charles Plastic Surgery today. See a sample of Dr. Ghaderi’s eyelid surgery before & after photos.
More photos are available for viewing during your consultation.
