Eyelid Surgery

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Eyelid surgery, or an eyelid lift, is a cosmetic procedure that removes and/or tightens "crepey" or sagging skin around the eyes resulting in a smoother, more taut appearance

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Average Price: $4,000

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spent $4,000 in South Africa, ZA Updated 14 hours ago

Doing my upper and lower eyelids in South Africa in 10 days. I am a 45 year old mother of two great kids - we live in Nairobi, Kenya. I live a very active lifestyle, but hooded eyelids are genetic in my family and in the past few years, seem to be making me look tired or unhappy. I... Read more

45 comments | 6 Thank Yous

spent $7,000 in Alberta, AB Updated 15 hours ago

I am 44 years old and have hoods on my eyelids and turkey/chicken neck under my chin. I have hated these for years and am finally doing something about it. Although people say I only look 35, I feel so much older than my real age, especially in profile pictures of myself...so, I'm having a... Read more

85 comments | 8 Thank Yous

spent $4,500 in Orlando, FL Updated 1 day ago

Having surgery in 2 days..excited and scared at the same time..im not happy with the way my eyes look at this age. It has helped me by reading others experience with this procedure. I will update my experience and hope my storie is helpful to others. Send prayers my way. I will try to post pics... Read more

22 comments | 4 Thank Yous

spent $12,000 in Great Neck, NY Updated 1 day ago

Getting this surgery is the biggest regret of my life. I had surgery on my upper and lower eyelids. During my consultation, I expressed I did not want my almond shaped eyes to change. He promised me that they wouldn't and that I would have no scarring. The outcome was horrific! I had huge... Read more

38 comments | 1 Thank You

spent $5,500 in Annandale, VA Updated 2 days ago

Well, I had my upper and lower Bleph along with a chemical peel under my eyes done on March 13 (two days ago at this writing) and so far I look horrible. The swelling on the upper lid is pretty severe and painful. I did the low salt diet and cut out all the foods and drugs that could possibly... Read more

50 comments | 6 Thank Yous

spent $1,249 in Fort Lauderdale, FL Updated 2 days ago

I've been looking for a new plastic surgeon for several years and finally found one I liked with Dr. Thomassen I made an appt for a consultation and he was able to see me right away. The consultation was quick and to the point and I told them I would call them when I decided. I called the next... Read more

spent $4,900 in Pismo Beach, CA Updated 2 days ago

I have been reading the many success stories for eyelid surgery on this site, and the few complications, and I am going to go forward with surgery to remove the bags under my eyes. I am 38 yrs. old, and, during my consultation on Wednesday, April 25, 2013, my oculoplastic surgeon, Dr. Paul... Read more

55 comments | 4 Thank Yous

spent $7,000 in Youngstown, OH Updated 3 days ago

A picture is worth a thousand words! I'm including pictures and you can see for yourself. I am 50 years old, very physically fit and healthy, but to look at my face I looked very tired. I have unfortunely been passed on genetically some excess skin over an under my eyelids. I have fair skin and... Read more

spent $3,500 in Albany, NY Updated 3 days ago

I am a 44 year old Nurse Practitioner with heavy bags under my lower eyelids for at least 15 years. I've been told that I look young for my age, but at the same time, how tired I look. The procedure itself was quite easy, taking approximately one hour under general anesthesia. I was immediately... Read more

60 comments | 7 Thank Yous

spent $2,700 in Watertown, NY Updated 6 days ago

I have had droopy , hoody eyes for a number of years now, So after much research and many reviews i scheduled and had the surgery March 13 .Today is day 9 , swelling has gone down consideralbly .and my eyes seem more open, I will update photos as the healing progresses. I would like to know... Read more

31 comments | 3 Thank Yous
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