As we age, the skin around our eyes loses elasticity, and fat deposits can create puffiness or drooping eyelids. These changes can affect both appearance and vision, making blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) a practical and transformative solution. Whether you’re looking to refresh your appearance or address functional issues, blepharoplasty is a highly effective procedure tailored to your specific needs.
Dr. Robert Schwarcz, with offices on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in NYC and Rye, NY, specializes in upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty, ensuring natural and rejuvenating results.
What Is Blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that removes or repositions excess skin, fat, and muscle from the upper or lower eyelids.
Upper Blepharoplasty: Focuses on sagging skin or drooping eyelids that may obstruct vision.
Lower Blepharoplasty: Addresses puffiness, under-eye bags, and hollows to create a smoother, youthful contour.
Reasons to Consider Blepharoplasty Surgery
1. Improve Vision Impaired by Drooping Eyelids
Excess skin on the upper eyelids can sag into your field of vision, making daily activities like reading or driving more challenging.
Solution: Upper blepharoplasty removes excess skin to restore a clear field of vision.
2. Rejuvenate Tired-Looking Eyes
Puffy or sagging eyelids can give you a tired or aged appearance, even when you feel well-rested.
Solution: Upper and lower blepharoplasty smooths the eyelids, creating a more youthful and refreshed look.
3. Reduce Under-Eye Bags and Hollows
Lower eyelid blepharoplasty is ideal for addressing persistent puffiness or hollowness under the eyes caused by aging or genetics.
Solution: The procedure removes or repositions fat deposits, reducing puffiness and improving the contour of the lower eyelid.
4. Enhance Facial Symmetry
Asymmetrical eyelids can affect the balance of your overall facial features.
Solution: Blepharoplasty can correct imbalances, ensuring a harmonious appearance.
5. Address Fine Lines Around the Eyes
While blepharoplasty primarily focuses on structural improvements, it can also reduce fine lines around the eyes by tightening and smoothing the skin.
Solution: Combining blepharoplasty with complementary treatments like CO2 laser resurfacing enhances the skin's texture and appearance.
What to Expect During Blepharoplasty
1. Consultation and Planning
Dr. Schwarcz will assess your eyelids and discuss your goals to determine whether you’re a candidate for upper blepharoplasty, lower blepharoplasty, or both.
2. The Procedure
Performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia.
Incisions are discreetly placed within the natural creases of the eyelids or inside the lower eyelid.
Excess skin, fat, and muscle are removed or repositioned to achieve the desired results.
3. Recovery
Swelling and bruising are common for the first 1–2 weeks.
Most patients return to normal activities within 10–14 days.
Who Is a Candidate for Blepharoplasty?
You may be a good candidate for blepharoplasty if you:
Have drooping upper eyelids that obstruct your vision.
Experience puffiness or bags under your eyes.
Notice hollowing or sagging in the lower eyelids.
Are in good overall health and have realistic expectations for the procedure.
Complementary Treatments for Enhanced Results
Blepharoplasty can be combined with other procedures for a more comprehensive rejuvenation:
CO2 Laser Resurfacing: Reduces fine lines and improves skin texture.
Tear Trough Fillers: Adds volume to hollows under the eyes for a smoother contour.
Brow Lift: Elevates drooping brows to complement upper blepharoplasty.
Why Choose Dr. Robert Schwarcz for Blepharoplasty?
Dr. Robert Schwarcz is a renowned oculofacial plastic surgeon with extensive expertise in blepharoplasty procedures. His meticulous approach ensures natural-looking results that enhance your unique features.
With offices on the Upper East Side of Manhattan in NYC and Rye, NY, Dr. Schwarcz provides personalized, state-of-the-art care in a professional and welcoming environment.
Take the First Step Toward Brighter, Refreshed Eyes
If you’re ready to address drooping eyelids, under-eye bags, or tired-looking eyes, blepharoplasty surgery could be the ideal solution. Request an appointment by clicking the button below to schedule your consultation with Dr. Schwarcz and explore your options for achieving refreshed, youthful eyes.