Eye Lifts

An eye lift is a cosmetic procedure designed to improve the look of the upper and/or lower eyelids. By removing excess skin and reshaping the remaining tissue, the procedure works to address sagging skin, under-eye bags, and puffiness. These are also called upper and lower blepharoplasty procedures. rnThere is another procedure called Ptosis repair for droopy eyelids that’s for the opening of the eyelids not the removal of fat or skinrnThese procedures are different from eyebrow lifts where the droopiness happens on the brow level, not the eyelids.

Ideal candidates for an eye lift surgery are healthy adults with realistic expectations who are struggling with sagging lids, under-eye bags, and puffiness. We also recommend potential candidates be nonsmokers and have no serious eye conditions.

Recovery from an eye lift procedure typically takes 3-6 months, though it may take up to a year for the full results to be visible. You will be able to return to work and lighter activities after 1-2 weeks.

Some of the potential risks and complications of eye lift surgery include swelling and bruising, dry eyes, discomfort, infection, bleeding, and vision changes.

While an eye lift can’t stop the natural aging process, you can expect to enjoy the results for at least 5-10 years.

No. Because we use local or general anesthesia, you won’t feel any pain during your eye lift procedure.

The main difference between upper and lower eyelid surgery is the treatment area. Upper eyelid surgery tends to focus on addressing sagging or drooping of the upper eyelid, while lower eyelid surgery targets under-eye bags, excess skin, and puffiness.

Absolutely! An eye lift is often combined with a facelift, brow lift, Botox, and dermal fillers.

You can typically return to work 1-2 weeks after your eye lift surgery. Dr. Rostami will let you know when you’ve recovered enough to go back to work.