Are you looking for solutions to lift and rejuvenate sagging or drooping eyelids? If so, an eyelid lift, a procedure known as blepharoplasty, may be right for you. Dr. Garcia, our experienced Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon at Desert Eyesthetics, will skillfully and artistically address your concerns to restore a more youthful and refreshed appearance. 

Why Would You Need an Eyelid Lift?

Over time, the natural aging process and years of exposure to the sun's harmful rays can lead to the eyelids stretching and the muscles supporting them weakening. This often leads to excess fat accumulation above and below the eyelids, resulting in droopy upper eyelids, sagging brows, and under-eye bags. Not only do droopy eyelids leave you with an aging appearance, but they can also reduce your peripheral or side vision. 

Understanding the Eyelid Lift Procedure

A blepharoplasty, or eyelid lift, refreshes your eyes by removing excess skin or fat, refreshing the appearance of your eyes, and leaving you with a more youthful, vibrant appearance. It helps reduce puffiness under the eyes, rejuvenates tired-looking eyes, and minimizes dark circles. Most importantly, an eyelid lift can reduce or even eliminate vision problems, enhancing your quality of life. 

Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty: An upper eyelid lift is an outpatient procedure we perform under local anesthesia to ensure your comfort. We also offer light IV sedation, if needed, to help you relax during treatment. Dr. Garcia will start by making a small incision that's hidden in the upper eyelid crease and gently removing any excess skin, small pockets of fat, and a small strip of muscle. Next, she will contour and reshape your upper eyelid, leaving you with a more youthful, refreshed appearance. 

Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty: The outpatient procedure is performed under local anesthesia to ensure your comfort. We also offer light IV sedation, if needed, to help you relax during treatment. Your lower eyelid blepharoplasty involves making an incision on the inner part of the eyelid or in the eyelid crease. If you have excessive skin in the lower lid, Dr. Garcia will make the incision right below the lashes. Next, she will sculpt and reposition the fat to restore the lower lid's natural contours and close the incision with fine sutures. The procedure eliminates the excess fatty tissue causing under-eye bags, leaving you with a more energetic and less tired appearance. 

Combined Upper and Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty: An upper and lower blepharoplasty can be performed together, delivering a more defined eyelid contour and a youthful, refreshed appearance. Dr. Garcia will recommend the most conservative solution to help you achieve your desired treatment outcomes.

What Can You Expect During Recovery? 

Following your eyelid lift, you'll need to cover your eyes intermittently with cool gauze and sleep in an elevated position for a few days. Your eyesight may seem blurry, which is perfectly normal and no cause for alarm. You may have minimal discomfort, which you can easily control with pain relief medication. You may also have mild swelling and bruising, which should resolve within seven to ten days. If you have any questions or concerns in the days following surgery, make sure to contact us for guidance.

Most people are able to return to their normal daily activities in about a week. The incision should look much better in two to three weeks, with complete healing taking a few months. Upper and lower eyelid lifts deliver long-lasting, beautifully natural outcomes.

Eyelid Lift Surgery Near Me in Gilbert, AZ

Contact Desert Eyesthetics to learn more about refreshing your appearance and restoring your vision with an eyelid lift. Dr. Garcia will tailor your treatments to your unique needs to deliver a more rested, rejuvenated eye appearance. We invite you to call 480-454-7130 to schedule your appointment today!

Are you in search of ways to refresh and rejuvenate saggy, baggy or wrinkled eyelids? If so, you may want to consider an eyelid lift, also known as blepharoplasty. Dr. Garcia, our board-certified Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon, uses the latest surgical techniques and state-of-the-art equipment to deliver dramatic results. You’ll love your new rested, youthful, and vibrant appearance.

What Is an Eyelid Lift?

As the years go by, the eyelids begin to stretch, and the muscles supporting them start to weaken. That may result in excess fat gathering above and below the eyelids, which in turn causes droopy upper lids, sagging eyebrows, and bags under the eyes. Besides making you look older, severely sagging eyelid skin can reduce your peripheral or side vision.

An eyelid lift, also known as blepharoplasty, involves the removal of drooping skin from the upper eyelids and excess fat from both the upper and lower eyelids. The procedure can reduce or eliminate vision problems and make your eyes appear younger and more vibrant. It helps decrease bagginess or puffiness under the eyes and brightens tired-looking eyes. It also helps reduce dark circles under the eyes.

Is Blepharoplasty Right for You?

The best candidates for blepharoplasty are generally individuals 30 years old or older who are non-smokers, in good health, and those who have no other eye conditions. The procedure can provide the perfect solution for individuals struggling with eyelid issues that cause them to look older, vision problems resulting from droopy eyelids, droopy eyelids as a result of aging or genetics, or bags under the eyes. Blepharoplasty delivers a refreshed and rejuvenated, natural-looking appearance.

Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty

Upper eyelid blepharoplasty is generally an outpatient procedure performed under local anesthesia for your comfort. The surgery involves making a small incision hidden in the upper eyelid crease and removing excess skin, a small strip of muscle, and small pockets of fat. The procedure is concluded by the contouring of the upper eyelid and reshaping it for a more youthful appearance.

Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty

Lower eyelid blepharoplasty is generally an outpatient procedure performed under local anesthesia for your comfort. It involves making a small incision on the inner part of the eyelid or made just beneath the eyelash line. If there is excessive skin in the lower lid, Dr. Garcia will make the incision just below the lashes. Sculpting and repositioning the fat will help restore the lower lid’s natural contour. It will eliminate the excess fatty tissue causing bags under the eyes to give you a more energetic, less tired appearance.

What Should You Expect During Recovery?

Following your eyelid surgery, your eyesight may be blurry, and you may need to cover your eyes intermittently with cold gauze for the first three days. You will need to sleep in an elevated position for a few days after the procedure. Most patients report minimal discomfort, which can be alleviated with the help of the pain medication we will prescribe. Most bruising or swelling should subside within seven to ten days. You should be able to resume your daily activities in about a week. The incision should heal well within two to three weeks, with complete healing over a few months. You’ll love the long-lasting, dramatic results!

Eyelid Lift in Gilbert, AZ

Visit Desert Eyesthetics to learn more about restoring your youthful appearance with the help of an eyelid lift. Dr. Garcia will work with you to design a personalized treatment plan taking into account your unique needs and desired treatment outcomes. We invite you to experience cosmetic surgery at its best. Call us and schedule your appointment today!