Blepharoplasty at the same time as enlarging nose bridge?

Performing a rhinoplasty and a blepharoplasty simultaneously is of no concern. We perform that combination very frequently in our surgery center. It is perfectly acceptable to perform an upper lid blepharoplasty and nasal surgery at the same time under one anesthetic with the simultaneous two-week recovery time.

I respectfully disagree with the advice you have been given, not to do both procedures simultaneously. I frequently do this; the last time was yesterday. It is best to do the blepharoplasty first because the eyes may become swollen during the rhinoplasty procedure. Whenever possible, it is better to have one... more

Hi, You said it was unanimous but here is a different point of view.  There should be no problem with performing a rhinoplasty with eyelid surgery of any kind at the same setting or time.  The only suggestion would be to do the rhinoplasty first followed by the eyelid surgery.  Ideally you... more

Hyannis, The rhinoplasty procedure can be combined with Blepharoplasty at the same time, as one surgery should not affect the other. Usually, the Blepharoplasty is done first and then the rhinoplasty. This is because the lower eyelids can swell after the rhinoplasty is done. If your surgeon is hesitant in... more

Having a blepharoplasty and a rhinoplasty at the same time should not be a problem. I have personally done this on my patients and have not had any complications.