Blepharoplasty At The Boston Center For Plastic Surgery

Name: Blepharoplasty
Brand: Boston Center for Plastic Surgery
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Rejuvenate Your Eyes with Blepharoplasty in Boston

The eyes are often said to be the first feature that others will notice. However, unfortunately the eyes are also one of the first areas to show signs of aging. Sagging, puffiness, and drooping tissue around the eyes can give an unhappy, disinterested, and unhealthy look. To rejuvenate and refresh the appearance, Dr. Leonard Miller, Dr. Akshay Sanan, and Dr. Vickram Tandon will often need to perform blepharoplasty in Boston. This procedure can meticulously lift the lax tissue of the upper lids and reduce puffy bags below the eyes. The blepharoplasty not only improves one’s overall appearance of the eyes, the procedure can actually improve vision when impaired by drooping upper lids.

What is an eyelid lift?

Blepharoplasty is a surgical technique designed to lift and smooth the fragile tissue around the eye. Although there is no way to turn back the clock, blepharoplasty at Boston Center for Plastic Surgery can dramatically restore a more youthful look. Providing excellent results on its own, the blepharoplasty can also be paired with Botox Cosmetic or a brow lift to eliminate stubborn facial lines around the eyes and across the brow.

About blepharoplasty in Boston

The blepharoplasty, sometimes referred to as an eyelid lift, is a surgical technique designed to lift and smooth the fragile tissue around the eye. As we age, the thin skin along the upper lid can begin to sag. This wrinkled, lax tissue can age one’s appearance, make applying makeup difficult, and in extreme cases, impair the vision. At the same time, the fat pads below the eyes may begin to push their way outward, causing under eye ‘bags’.

Boston Center for Plastic Surgery’s innovative blepharoplasty technique, performed by Dr. Miller, Dr. Sanan, and Dr. Tandon, can improve the lax skin and puffiness of the upper and lower eyelid through a simple, outpatient procedure, without a long or difficult recovery. Each area may be treated on its own, or the upper and lower lid blepharoplasty may be combined in one procedure.

Upper Lid Blepharoplasty

Lifts lax skin of the upper lid
Removes puffiness inner corner of eye
Creates brighter, more ‘open’ eyes
Incision placed at the eyelid crease
Scarring hidden in natural skin folds

Lower Lid Blepharoplasty

Reduces puffiness underneath the eye
Removes excess crepey skin
Incision placed under the lower lash line
Scarring is well-concealed

Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty) Before & After

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Procedure: Upper Blepharoplasty

Doctor: Dr. Akshay Sanan

Procedure: Upper Blepharoplasty

Doctor: Dr. Akshay Sanan

Procedure: Upper Blepharoplasty

Doctor: Vickram Tandon, MD

Who is the ideal blepharoplasty candidate?

The ideal candidate for an eyelid lift will be someone who is in overall good health yet is frustrated with thin, sagging eyelid tissue. Before moving forward, potential patients should understand the blepharoplasty procedure, the recovery requirements, and hold realistic expectations for their results. Although this surgical procedure will improve some degree of wrinkling around the eyes, the technique is not designed totally for this purpose. Our surgeons at Boston Center for Plastic Surgery can recommend an additional technique(s) for those looking to smooth Crow's Feet or ease fine lines around the eyes.

To determine if a blepharoplasty in Boston is right for your needs, a private consultation with Dr. Miller, Dr. Sanan, or Dr. Tandon will be scheduled at the Boston Center for Plastic Surgery. At this time, your surgeon will perform an exam of the facial tissues and review your medical history to discuss, at length, your aesthetic goals. After explaining the blepharoplasty procedure, along with the recovery requirements, it will be determined if the eyelid lift is the best treatment to achieve your desired look. If so, Dr. Miller, Dr. Sanan, or Dr. Tandon will then outline a custom-tailored blepharoplasty treatment plan.

The blepharoplasty procedure

The blepharoplasty procedure is performed at his fully accredited, state-of-the-art surgical suite in the Brookline office. IV or oral sedation techniques are commonly used. Depending on the individual patient, the procedure can take from one to two hours for either the upper and lower lids or both.

To address the upper eyelid, your surgeon will first place a thin incision along the natural eyelid crease. From here, the skin is separated from the subcutaneous layers. Your surgeon will then remove the excess fat and excise sagging skin. Finally, fine sutures will be placed along the incisions for proper healing. While scarring may occur with an upper eyelid lift, utilizing fine sutures means the incisions are well-hidden in the natural contours of the skin and remain inconspicuous.

The Transconjuctival approach is used during the lower lid eyelid lift. This technique is perfect for patients looking to eliminate the bulging fat pads and puffiness below the eyes. The lower eyelid surgery involves a small incision just below the bottom lashes inside the lid, meaning no visible scarring. From here, Dr. Miller, Dr. Sanan, or Dr. Tandon can precisely remove the protruding fatty tissue, smoothing the contour of the lower lids.

What to expect of blepharoplasty

Patients should expect their blepharoplasty recovery to take from one to two weeks. Some swelling and bruising is common, although pain is usually minimal. For the first week after surgery, patients will need to avoid strenuous activities, such as vigorous exercise and heavy lifting. However, light daily tasks are not restricted.

Many people will be feeling good enough to return to work in five to ten days. A follow-up appointment will be scheduled with Dr. Miller, Dr. Sanan, or Dr. Tandon about a week after surgery, to check on your healing progress and remove any remaining sutures. After these final sutures are removed, swelling and discoloration will quickly subside. Contact lens wear can be resumed after the first week post-op.

Boston Center for Plastic Surgery’s state-of-the-art blepharoplasty techniques ensure that most patients are extremely happy with their results. The benefits of an eyelid lift will last for years to come. However, the skin will continue to change with age. For this reason, it is important to consistently follow a good skincare routine. Dr. Miller, Dr. Sanan, or Dr. Tandon can suggest the best set of additional surgical or noninvasive services for maintaining your results.

Patient Testimonial

Dr. Miller and his staff are truly top-notch! His staff are so kind and accommodating, and Dr. Miller is always very careful about creating natural-looking results. I’ve seen him for injectibles for a couple years now and am always pleased with the results. I recently had upper and lower eyelid surgery, and I couldn’t be happier! The pain was only a 1 out of 10 — much less than I was expecting — and after a week I was back to work looking refreshed.

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How much does blepharoplasty cost?

The exact cost of your blepharoplasty will depend on the extent of your surgery and if any additional procedures need to be performed. During the consultation appointment, your chosen surgeon will determine the cost of your procedure. Although the eyelid lift is not covered by insurance, the Boston Center for Plastic Surgery offers a variety of payment choices, including cash, all major credit cards, and healthcare financing through Care Credit. For more information on the eyelid life, or to schedule your consultation appointment, call the Boston Center for Plastic Surgery at 617.735.8735 or fill out our online Contact Us form.

Take years off your look with a custom eyelift.

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, offered by Dr. Leonard Miller, Dr. Sanan, and Dr. Tandon provides an effective solution to rejuvenate the upper face and leave you looking refreshed and youthful. This procedure can reverse the impact of tired-looking eyes, enhancing your facial aesthetic.

Look years younger
Say goodbye to sagging and puffy eyelids and unveil a younger, rejuvenated appearance.
Clear vision
Beyond cosmetic enhancements, Blepharoplasty can remove vision obstructions like lid malposition, offering clearer, unhindered vision.
Express yourself
Rediscover your eyes’ ability to convey emotions, free from distracting eyelid wrinkles and bags.

Why choose Boston Center for Plastic Surgery for blepharoplasty?

Our comprehensive approach offers surgical and non-surgical options tailored to achieve optimal improvements. With state-of-the-art facilities in Boston and Brookline, we ensure comfort and care in every step of your transformation. We strive to enhance your natural beauty, helping you become the best version of yourself. Ready to have a consultation with Dr. Leonard Miller, Dr. Sanan, or Dr. Tandon? Contact us today and begin your journey to revitalization.

Eyelid Lift FAQ

What is blepharoplasty?

Am I a good candidate for a blepharoplasty procedure?

What type of anesthesia is used during blepharoplasty?

How long Is the recovery for an eyelid lift?

Will my eyelid lift leave scars?

What is blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty, or an eyelid lift, is an outpatient surgical technique designed to lift sagging, delicate upper and lower eyelid tissue and remove puffiness. It brightens the eyes, reversing the signs of early aging, and the results can last many years.

Am I a good candidate for a blepharoplasty procedure?

The ideal candidate for Blepharoplasty is in good overall health and living with sagging, lax tissue around the upper or lower eyelids. Patients should understand the procedure and have realistic expectations for their results. Blepharoplasty doesn’t take care of the fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes; additional procedures may be recommended for that purpose.

What type of anesthesia is used during blepharoplasty?

IV or oral sedation is generally used during an eyelid lift to keep the patient comfortable during the surgery.

How long Is the recovery for an eyelid lift?

Recovery from a Blepharoplasty procedure typically takes one to two weeks. While minor swelling or bruising may occur, most patients feel well enough to return to work within five to ten days.

Will my eyelid lift leave scars?

Our surgeon’s expert blepharoplasty techniques are considered safe, with all scarring well hidden within the natural folds of the skin and lash line.

Meet Your Doctor

Dr. Akshay Sanan

MD, FACS

Dr. Sanan is a valued member of the talented surgical team at Boston Center for Plastic Surgery. Raised in the Boston suburbs, Dr. Sanan was accepted to the Boston University School of Medicine directly out of high school. He is highly qualified and a double-board certified facial plastic surgeon with expertise and a keen interest in rhinoplasty, deep plane facelifts, deep neck lifts, deep plane lip lifts, browlifts, and buccal fat reduction surgeries, among others.

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Blepharoplasty At The Boston Center For Plastic Surgery

Rejuvenate Your Eyes with Blepharoplasty in Boston

What is an eyelid lift?

About blepharoplasty in Boston

Upper Lid Blepharoplasty

Lower Lid Blepharoplasty

Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty) Before & After

Who is the ideal blepharoplasty candidate?

The blepharoplasty procedure

What to expect of blepharoplasty

Patient Testimonial

How much does blepharoplasty cost?

Take years off your look with a custom eyelift.

Why choose Boston Center for Plastic Surgery for blepharoplasty?

Eyelid Lift FAQ

What is blepharoplasty?

Am I a good candidate for a blepharoplasty procedure?

What type of anesthesia is used during blepharoplasty?

How long Is the recovery for an eyelid lift?

Will my eyelid lift leave scars?

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