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Blepharoplasty

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AnesthesiaLocal with sedation, or general

Procedure time1–2 hours

DowntimeAbout 1 week

ResultsSettles over 4–8 weeks

Blepharoplasty

Eyelid Surgery

Removing excess skin and puffiness from the upper and/or lower eyelids for a brighter, more rested appearance.

Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, rejuvenates tired-looking eyes by removing excess skin and repositioning or removing the fat that causes hooding of the upper lids and puffiness or bags below. The eyes appear more open, alert, and rested — often the single most refreshing facial change, because we read expression and fatigue in the eyes.

Dr. Marciales places incisions within the natural creases of the eyelid, leaving discreet, well-hidden scars, and treats the upper lids, lower lids, or both depending on your needs.

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Is It Right for You?

Am I a Candidate?

Good candidates are bothered by heavy, hooded upper lids, under-eye bags, or excess eyelid skin that makes them look tired regardless of how rested they are. Healthy non-smokers with realistic expectations are ideal; heavy hooding that affects vision may also have a functional benefit.

Hooded or heavy upper eyelids
Under-eye bags or puffiness
Excess eyelid skin that looks tired
Vision partly obscured by upper-lid skin
Good general health and a non-smoker

Why Patients Choose It

The Benefits

Brighter, more open, rested eyes
Reduces upper-lid hooding
Smooths under-eye bags and puffiness
Discreet, hidden incisions
Long-lasting, natural rejuvenation

What to Expect

The Procedure

For the upper lids, Dr. Marciales removes excess skin (and fat where needed) through an incision hidden in the natural eyelid crease. For the lower lids, fat causing bags is repositioned or removed — often through an incision inside the lid that leaves no external scar — and excess skin is refined.

The procedure takes one to two hours under local anesthesia with sedation, or general anesthesia, on an outpatient basis at the accredited facility within New City Medical Plaza.

Before Surgery

How to Prepare

Attend a consultation and any needed eye assessment
Stop smoking and nicotine before surgery
Pause blood thinners and supplements as directed
Arrange a ride home and light help
Prepare cold compresses and lubricating drops as advised
Plan to rest with your head elevated

Healing, Week by Week

Your Recovery Timeline

First few days

Expect swelling and bruising around the eyes, plus temporary dryness or tightness. Cold compresses and head elevation help. Vision may be briefly blurry from ointment.

About 1 week

Sutures are typically removed around this time and most bruising begins to fade. Many patients feel ready to return to work and light activity.

Weeks 2–4

Residual swelling settles and the eyes look progressively brighter and more natural. Makeup can usually resume once healed and cleared.

Weeks 4–8

The final, refreshed result emerges as the last swelling resolves and the fine incision lines fade into the natural creases.

The Outcome

Your Results

Your eyes look brighter and more rested within a week or two, with the final result settling over four to eight weeks as swelling resolves. The improvement is long-lasting — upper-lid results in particular tend to endure for many years.

Sun protection and good skin care help preserve the refreshed appearance.

Investment

Cost & Personalized Quote

Eyelid surgery is quoted individually depending on whether the upper lids, lower lids, or both are treated. After your consultation you'll receive a clear, written quote.

Upper lids, lower lids, or both
The extent of skin and fat correction
Anesthesia type and length of surgery
Accredited-facility and aftercare costs

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Good to Know

Eyelid Surgery FAQ

Will eyelid surgery leave visible scars?

Incisions are placed within the natural eyelid creases (and often inside the lower lid), so scars are discreet and very difficult to notice once healed.

Upper lids, lower lids, or both?

It depends on your concern — hooding is an upper-lid issue, bags are a lower-lid issue, and many patients benefit from both. Dr. Marciales advises at your consultation.

Will it get rid of my dark circles?

Blepharoplasty improves puffiness and bags. True dark pigmentation may need additional treatments; Dr. Marciales will discuss the best combination for your eyes.

How soon can I return to work?

Many patients return to work and light activity around one week, once sutures are removed and the most visible bruising has faded.

Is the result permanent?

The improvement is long-lasting; upper-lid results in particular tend to endure for many years, though the face continues to age naturally.

Can it be combined with other procedures?

Yes — eyelid surgery pairs naturally with a facelift, brow refinement, or non-surgical treatments for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.