Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty) in Northern California
Your eyes say so much about you, but the delicate skin around them is prone to premature aging. If you are considering ways to help you look younger, Berman Skin Institute recommends an eyelift. Also known as an eyelid lift or blepharoplasty, this surgical solution can reduce or eliminate the appearance of drooping eyelids and under-eye bags, delivering a more youthful appearance that impacts your entire face. Speak with a provider today to get started.
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Who Is a Candidate for Eyelid Surgery in Northern California?
Anyone who feels self-conscious about their upper or lower eyelids can talk to Berman Skin Institute about their corrective options. Here, we prioritize the results you want and develop personalized treatment plans that address them directly, including:
- Sagging or lax skin
- Wrinkles and folds
- Extra fat pockets around the eyes
Aside from looking and feeling younger, eyelid surgery can have functional benefits, too. If excess drooping skin affects your eyesight, an eyelift can restore the scope of your vision, making it easier to drive, read and complete other essential activities.
Understanding the Blepharoplasty Procedure
Your provider will work with you through every step of your procedure to help you get the results you want. The exact procedure will vary based on whether you want to treat your upper or lower lid. Whatever approach our board-certified surgeons take, rest assured that they are committed to creating a natural-looking outcome that incorporates any incisions into the natural lines of your face, better concealing them in the long term.
How Long Does Recovery Take?
Most people recover from their eyelid lift within a couple of weeks. During the first week following your procedure, there will be some swelling and bruising, which you can treat with cold compresses and by keeping your head elevated. Most people can return to work within about a week and experience a full recovery within three weeks, but this depends on your natural healing capabilities. During your recovery, be sure to follow all provider instructions, including avoiding strenuous activities and wearing contacts.
Request Your Eyelift in Northern California Today
Get permanent results that will help you feel and look younger as you age gracefully. Trust the experienced providers at Berman Skin Institute for blepharoplasty surgery in Northern California to curate a treatment plan that puts you first. Our proven safety record and natural-looking outcomes speak for themselves — schedule your free initial consultation today and see our work in action.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eyelid Lifts
Blepharoplasty, also called eyelid surgery or eyelid lift, is a surgical procedure that improves the appearance of the eyelids by removing excess skin, muscle, or fat. It can be performed on upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. The procedure reduces the appearance of bagginess and drooping, making eyes look more alert and youthful. It can also improve vision if sagging eyelids obstruct the visual field.
Blepharoplasty treats sagging or loose skin on upper eyelids, fatty deposits creating under-eye bags or puffiness, drooping lower eyelids, and excess skin with fine wrinkles on lower lids. It can address ‘hooded’ eyes that make you look tired or sad. In some cases, it can also improve the field of vision if drooping lids obstruct peripheral sight.
Initial recovery is relatively quick. Swelling and bruising peak at 48-72 hours and most bruising resolves by week two. Stitches are typically removed between days 5-7. Most patients can return to work within 7-10 days and resume normal activities by 2-4 weeks. Full healing and final results become visible between 3-6 months as scars mature and tissues settle.
Common side effects include swelling, bruising, tightness around eyelids, mild discomfort, temporary blurred vision, dry eyes, and irritation at incision sites. These are normal and typically resolve within days to weeks with proper care. Serious complications are rare when performed by a board-certified surgeon. Diligent sun protection with tinted sunglasses is required during the healing process.
Blepharoplasty results are long-lasting, typically lasting 10-15 years. Since skin continues to age naturally, some gradual changes may occur over time. However, the dramatic improvement in eyelid appearance is permanent. The procedure is often one of the most satisfying facial surgeries due to its dramatic yet natural-looking results.