How much would an in-office upper eyelid procedure cost?

Upper eyelid procedures (upper blepharoplasty) are surgical procedures performed in an ambulatory surgery setting, typically under general anesthesia. The fat pads that create the puffiness in the upper eyelids do not respond to local anesthetic and consequently very painful to remove under local anesthesia. ... more

I charge $2500.00. I am in an affluent area similar to Boston suburbs. The average in Boston can be from $2000 to $5000. There is a huge variation but all physicians have their own reasons for the prices they offer. Regards.

I think that the upper eyelids are perfect for having surgery under local anesthesia. The procedure takes between 30 to 60 minutes. Local anesthesia is very effective and safe when performing upper blepharoplasty. The surgery cost in NYC is between $2500 to $4000. I imagine that Boston prices are in a similar... more

Hi Sunset, Upper eye lid surgery in the office under local anesthesia saves patients the cost of the operating room and anesthesiology fees.  Depending on the surgeon and the geographic location, the cost is 30 to 50% less than the cost of the procedure in an operating room under... more

Upper eyelid surgery can be covered by insurance.  Although most eyelid surgery is cosmetic, it is not uncommon for people to have an excess of skin that can effect their vision.  If that is the case, the procedure is considered functional and not cosmetic.  What dictates this is an exam called... more