Eyelid Lift Questions

Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is the key to a younger, more vibrant appearance for people with droopy eyes. A person’s eyes are often considered their most important feature and shouldn’t be hidden behind sagging, baggy eyelids. According to Dr. Broadway, techniques in eyelid and brow-lifting surgery are safe, easy and require minimal recovery time. Depending on the patient, the surgery can often be done with local anesthesia. For example, an upper eyelid lift only takes about an hour and most people resume normal activities within a few days and begin exercising after two weeks. There will be minor swelling and bruising, but it will disappear after 7-14 days. You will see instant results as the swelling goes down. Most patients are overjoyed with their new fresh look.

Any person in general good health who wants to add youth to their look with eyelid surgery may be a good candidate. Usually, signs of aging around the eyelid area, such as wrinkles, bags, or sagging skin, can be treated quite effectively. 

Patients should be able to immediately wear glasses and sunglasses, right after their procedure. However, we recommend that you wait a full week before inserting contacts into your eyes. 

Unlike most other cosmetic surgeries, an eyelid lift may qualify for insurance coverage if the surgery is to help relieve any medical problems, such as impaired vision. Check with your insurance company to find out what type of coverage you have and what type of referral you would need in order to get the charges approved.