Blethro-what, you ask? Blepharoplasty, also known as eye lift or eyelid lift surgery, is a procedure that lifts the upper, lower, or both eyelids to remove excess or sagging skin, puffiness and bags around the eyes. Currently, Blepharoplasty is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the United States and is extremely beneficial for:

  • Adult and senior men and women
  • Healthy individuals who don’t have a life-threatening illness or medical conditions that can impair healing
  • Non-smokers
  • Individuals without serious eye conditions

Blepharoplasty is a fairly minimal surgery with very temporary post-operative effects and little recovery time. Stitches are usually removed after five days, and the minor swelling, bruising and discomfort that some patients experience after the operation usually disappear within two weeks.

The benefits of having this operation done are many. Blepharoplasty patients notice a difference in their appearance right away. As aging occurs, skin can sag and droop, which can make a person appear tired and older. Eyelid surgery restores a healthy and more youthful appearance. And in addition to cosmetic advantages, eyelid surgery may be a necessary and functional procedure that helps restore overall and peripheral vision.

Would you consider having it done? Would you do it for cosmetic or functional reasons? Do you know someone who’s had Blepharoplasty?