Is an Eye Lift Surgery Safe? And What Are the Costs? (photo)

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I have droopy eyes and was wondering what does the procedure include, is it safe, what are the costs and is it painful?

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

Eyelid lift surgery or blepharoplasty is very safe. Based on the single photo that you've posted you do appear to be a candidate for a blepharoplasty. You do have some asymmetry in the fullness in your eyelids so your plastic surgeon will need to pay attention to this to give you better symmetry after your surgery. Your photos also suggest that you might have ptosis (drooping of the entire lid) and this will need to be evaluated during your consultation. It is important to note that a blepharoplasty will not repair ptosis. Rather the eyelid elevating muscle would need to be tightened to alleviate that issue. The cost for an upper blepharoplasty ranges from $2500-4500 depending upon the region and the practice. I hope this information is helpful.Stephen Weber MD, FACS

A.J. Amadi, MD · Answer

The term "Eyelid lift" is a layman's term that doesn't really describe the different eyelid procedures that may be considered a "lift".

	The two main upper lid issues are:

	1. excess upper eyelid skin [dermatochalasis] which is treated with a blepharoplasty

	2. Eyelid Ptosis [droopy eyelid]. This is where the entire eyelid is sitting low on the eye [sometimes

	Although you have a slightly low brow position [probably your natural anatomy], your main issue is Eyelid ptosis which should be addressed along with the excess eyelid skin. A browlift could be considered as an alternative, but an inperson evaluation is necessary to discuss those options.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

You Need a conservative Irregular Trichophytic Forehead Lift.  This "kills 2birds with 1 stone". You elevate the brow, eliminates the upper lid excess skin and does not elevate your hairline. We developed this technique 35 years ago and have never had to revise the scar since hair grows thru the scar. It is not painfull.

Curtis Wong, MD · Answer

You can definitely benefit from a procedure to improve your alertness.  You should discuss your concerns with your chosen surgeon and allow his/her evaluation to help guide you through this decision process.  Your procedures could be done in the office under local anesthetic that would save you considerably in costs.  Under these circumstances, you could have this done for less then $2500 all inclusive.  Beverly Hills was much more... I guess their overhead is much higher to justify such fees. 

	You do not need an oculoplastic surgeon as yours is a very common procedure that all doctors are able to do with predictable results.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Upper lid lift or Blepharoplasty is a very safe operation. Fees range from $1,000 to $3,000 in different areas of the US.

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