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La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
9850 Genesee Ave Suite 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
Call: (858) 452-1981 Text: (858) 203-2944
Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Do you see tired, drooping, or baggy eyes looking back at you in the mirror? With eyelid surgery, the board-certified surgeons at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre can help you see the world with fresh eyes. Our board-certified plastic surgeons perform upper and lower eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty or an eyelid lift, for San Diego men and women who want to look better for longer. This popular procedure restores a brighter, more youthful expression by lifting droopy upper lids and smoothing bulges or bags in the lower lids. An eyelid lift can also be helpful if you have excess upper eyelid skin that interferes with vision (hooding) or if you have lost your natural upper eyelid crease.
Take years off your appearance and open your eyes to a whole new world of confidence. Your transformation is just a consultation away!
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The cost of your procedure may vary depending on whether we choose to address the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. For more detailed info, including fee ranges, visit our pricing page.
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Eyelid surgery helps women and men look refreshed and more youthful. The best candidates are physically and emotionally healthy, understand the surgery and recovery, and have reasonable expectations for their results. Blepharoplasty can benefit patients of all skin types and ethnicities.
Women and men choose upper eyelid surgery to attain a variety of improvements, which include:
Our surgeons perform functional eyelid surgery to improve your peripheral vision by removing skin from the outer portion of the upper eyelids. Medical insurance may cover this procedure if it is considered medically necessary.
Lower eyelid surgery can correct concerns related to genetics and the natural aging process, which often include:
Depending on your symptoms and concerns, eyelid surgery can be performed on the upper or lower eyelids or both. Incisions are well-concealed in the natural eyelid creases. As discussed above, upper eyelid surgery primarily addresses excess eyelid skin and can also improve obstructed vision caused by sagging skin. Lower eyelid surgery focuses on reducing under eye bags, puffiness, and dark circles that develop due to hereditary factors or aging.
Combining both procedures addresses multiple concerns and results in a harmonious, balanced appearance of the upper and lower eyelids during a single surgery. We’ll assess your symptoms and develop a tailored plan, which may include upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery, or both procedures to help you achieve your youthful look.
Many are unsure whether a brow lift or blepharoplasty will best rejuvenate their eye area and upper face. The forehead, eyebrows, and upper eyelids are adjoining facial structures that may affect each other over time; for example, if the eyebrows descend, they may make the upper eyelids look heavy. Here are some differences:
Many people benefit from a combination of these procedures, while others need one or the other to look rejuvenated. Learn more in this blog post.
Many people combine eyelid surgery with other procedures for an even more rejuvenating result. Options often include:
During your consultation, your surgeon will talk with you about the improvements you’d like to make and develop a personalized surgical plan to get you there.
People looking for alternatives to eyelid surgery may be candidates for one or more of the following nonsurgical treatments:
Your provider will help you determine your best treatment options during your consultation.
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At LJCSC, our plastic surgeons perform blepharoplasty on an outpatient basis at our QUAD A-accredited surgical suite. A board-certified anesthesiologist will place you under either general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation to make sure you stay safe and comfortable.
Your surgeon makes discreet incisions where the natural crease should be in the upper lids. The surgeon removes lax skin and excess fatty tissue through the incisions and tightens the remaining skin. Once complete, the surgeon closes the incisions using ultrafine sutures to minimize scarring.
For lower eyelid surgery, the surgeon places the incisions just below the lash line in the lower lids. Through the incisions, the surgeon redistributes the fat to reduce under-eye bags, tightens the skin, and adjusts the underlying muscles to support a more youthful look for years to come. The surgeon uses ultrafine sutures to close the incisions so the thin scar is not noticeable beneath the lower eyelashes.
If your only concern is excess fat in the lower lids, your surgeon may perform a transconjunctival blepharoplasty. This “scarless” technique removes or redistributes the fat through an incision inside the lower lids. In this case, our surgeons use dissolvable sutures.
Not sure how to get the look you want? Tell us about your goals, and we’ll show you the possibilities.
Try Our Treatment PlannerMost people enjoy a quick and relatively comfortable recovery after eyelid surgery. While experiences vary, here is a general timeline of recovery milestones:
Your surgeon will give you thorough instructions regarding your individual recovery process.
Since 1988, more than 36,000 patients have had safe, successful procedures at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
A: Nope! These two terms are often used interchangeably to describe the same procedure. They both refer to the surgical modification of the eyelids to improve their appearance or function.
A: The best type of doctor for eyelid surgery is a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eye and surrounding structures. Our skilled surgeons are experienced in both upper and lower eyelid surgery.
A: While every patient varies, blepharoplasty usually lasts 10 to 15 years or longer. You can prolong your results by following a good skincare regimen, avoiding sun exposure, and maintaining healthy lifestyle habits.
A: Truthfully, there’s no “best” age for blepharoplasty. Most candidates are over age 30 with concerns about sagging, drooping, or asymmetry in their upper or lower eyelids. Younger patients who inherit hooded lids or puffy under-eye bags can also benefit from eyelid surgery. Regardless of your age, during your consultation, we will conduct a physical assessment, discuss your concerns, and thoroughly assess your candidacy for eyelid surgery.
A: Our mild climate makes eyelid surgery in San Diego possible at any time of year. However, many patients prefer to schedule their surgery during the cooler months, from fall to early spring. Healing skin is more vulnerable to the effects of sun exposure, and this timing minimizes the chance of swelling and other sun-related complications.
Ready to reveal rejuvenated eyes? Let’s make your dream a reality together. To get started, request your free consultation online or give us a call at (858) 452-1981.
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