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Is Eyelid Surgery An Outpatient Procedure?

asked 11 months ago by Kelia21 in Oak Lawn, IL
Latest answer by Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
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Tags: costs, outpatient, risk

Are there any procedures that will lift up the outer corners of my eyes, so that I do not have a sad "puppy dog" look? How much do these procedures generally run? Are there any outpatient procedures that would correct this problem? Would you recommend them, or do you think that the risk is not worth the pay off?

17 answers to Is Eyelid Surgery An Outpatient Procedure?

Eyelid Surgery as an outpatient procedure

Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) is commonly performed as an out patient procedure. You will go home that day.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.drkrisreddy.com

Is eyelid surgery an "outpatient" procedure?

Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is often performed as an outpatient procedure. Our practice usually offers upper eyelid surgery as an "office procedure" under local anesthesia using a small dose of Valium by mouth to help patients relax. We prefer deeper sedation when performing most types of lower eyelid surgery. Patients usually return home or spend the night in a nearby motel if they are from out-of-town. Now when combined with an additional surgery such as facelift... more

Donn R. Chatham, MD
Louisville Facial Plastic Surgeon

Upper eyelid surgery: can it be done in the surgeon's office?

Upper eyelid rejuvenation is one of the few surgeries that can be performed in the office, under local injection of numbing medicine, and while fully awake. Usually, excess droopy skin is removed to improve the shape of the eyelid - when done well, this is safe, effective, and long-lasting. However, you shouldn't just run into the doctor's office and sign up for surgery! Careful evaluation of other regions of the face are warranted. If the eyebrows are too low, causing the eyelid... more

Ariel N. Rad, MD, PhD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

Is Eyelid Surgery An Outpatient Procedure?

Yes, eyelid surgery is an outpatient procedure, meaning you will go home the same day. We even perform the majority of our eyelid procedures under local anesthesia, which makes the entire process even simpler. As far as your specific concerns about "puppy dog" or other cosmetic questions, there's no substitute for a consultation. The costs vary based on the procedure(s). Ramtin Kassir, NY/NJ Facial Plastic Surgeon

Ramtin Kassir, MD
New York Facial Plastic Surgeon

Canthoplasty or canthopexy with Bleparoplasty can lift the outer corner of the eyelids to correct sad eye or puppy dog eyes look

The sad eyed look or puppy dog eyes usually refers to a downward slant to the outer corners of the eyes. This often occurs after lower eyelid Blepharoplasty using and external eyelid incision but also can be a normal variant of eyelid shape. A procedure called a Canthoplasty or Canthopexy can be done to lift the outside corners of the eye to correct the sad eyed or puppy dog eyes look. The tendon of the lower eyelid is lifted to a higher position to create an upward slant to the eyelid.... more

Brooke R. Seckel, MD
Boston Plastic Surgeon

www.drseckel.com

Eyelid Surgery is Always Outpatient or Same Day Surgery

Generally most cosmetic surgery is outpatient or same day surgery which doesn't require admission to a hospital or an overnight stay. Eyelid surgery alone is always outpatient with a relatively quick recovery and minimal bruising and swelling. It is difficult to tell what you mean by "lifting the corner of the eyes" or "correcting the puppy dog look" without some photos. Generally the structures around the eyes like the brow and cheek in addition... more

James C. Marotta, MD
Long Island Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.marottamd.com

Eyelid Surgery is almost always an Outpatient Procedure

Eyelid surgery is almost always done on an outpatient basis -- in an ambulatory surgery center, an outpatient facility at a hospital or a surgeon's office. The type of anesthesia depends on the details of the procedure. It's not possible to say anything useful about what specific surgical options would be optimal for you without a careful evaluation. Knowing that your surgeon is very experienced in approaching problems similar to yours is very important, as... more

Mark J. Lucarelli, MD
Madison Oculoplastic Surgeon

www.UWHealth.org

Correction of "puppy dog look "

Dear Kelia21, Many patients complain about their periorbital aging. Without photos it is impossible to answer your question. Often my patients focus on their upper eyelid skin excess. Often there is lower eyelid and weak cheek projection which add to their deformity. Seek more opinions. Your PS's exam is critical to help correct your concerns. Good luck

Craig Harrison, MD
Tyler Plastic Surgeon

Upper eyelid surgery can remove excess eyelid skin

Depending on the position of your eyebrows, the excess upper eyelid tissue could be from the upper eyelids or the eyebrows. The difference is determined, during consultation, by placing he eyebrows in the ideal aesthetic position and observing what happens with the upper eyelid fullnesss. If it all goes away, the fullness is due to low eyebrows alone and the procedure would be a Brow Lift. If the fullness remains, with the brows in the ideal position, the... more

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Sounds like a sagging lateral eyebrow.

There is no substitute for a personal consultation. I would recommend not falling in love with the first surgeon you meet. See several surgeon which will help you understand that there is more than one way to do things. The anesthesia is often dictated by precisely what surgery you need. Eyelid surgery on a healthy person can be preformed in an office procedure room under straight local. Light sedation makes people much less tense and more comfortable with... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Eyelid Surgery

Upper or lower Blepharoplasty procedures are done in a short amount of time and are always an Outpatient Procedure. see video

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

Is Eyelid Surgery An Outpatient Procedure?

Eyelid surgery is usually an outpatient procedure and can be done under any type of anesthesia depending on the surgeon's and patient's desire. Endoscopic forehead lift is usually a better alternative for excessive upper eyelid for some patients and also can achieve elevation of lateral brow when done adequately. Occasionally, patients benefit from both procedures. Eyelid surgery by itself will lower the eyebrows and may exaggerate already low brows.

Mohsen Tavoussi, MD, DO
Huntington Beach Facial Plastic Surgeon

Puppy look to eyelids

I assume you are refering to the upper lid area. Eylid surgery is almost always an out patient procedure. But, you may need to have more done such as an alateral brow lift. The combination is done at the same time and is still an out patient procedure.

David A. Bray, Sr., MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

Outpatient eyelid surgery

In general eyelid surgery is done in the out patient setting in an accredited surgical center. These procedures generally run from 2500 to 7500 depending upon individual and surgeon characteristics, ideals and goals. In some situations a change to the shape of the eyes can be created through changing the lateral canthal position - the tilt of the eyelid fissure on the side away from the nose. Other options may include adding some volume to the anterior... more

Charles Perry, MD
Sacramento Plastic Surgeon

Yes, eyelid surgery is and outpatient procedure

This is one of the most common procedures performed by facial plastic surgeons. Without photos, it's difficult to assess your eyebrows and eyelids and make a suggestion. But regardless, these procedures are performed as outpatient procedures. Costs would depend on what is recommended to you at your initial consultation.

Anurag Agarwal, MD
Naples Facial Plastic Surgeon

Eye lid rejuvenation is an outpaient procedure

Almost all cosmetic surgery today has moved out of the hospital and into an office based facility both to improve the experience, and control the higher costs in the medical system. The savings are significant when we can avoid hospitals. Eyelid surgery can lift the corners of the eye and reduce a sad appearance, all while recovering at home. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Eyelid Surgery is ALWAYS an Outpatient Procedure!

Without photos, it is difficult to make suggestions on what exact treatment or treatments could be considered to relieve the “puppy dog look.” Nor can one really say “how much” such procedures would cost, although a fair range would likely be 2500—5500 dollars, depending on where you live, who you see, and what you need done. In my opinion, the risks are minimal, if the procedure is done by an experienced oculoplastic surgeon, and eyelid... more