Left, appearance before treatment.
Right, results following traditional upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid surgery with tear trough correction. Improvement in resting facial expression is dramatic.
Left, appearance before treatment.
Right, results following traditional upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid surgery with tear trough correction. Improvement in resting facial expression is dramatic.


Upper blepharoplasty, also known as upper eyelid surgery, is a procedure that removes excess skin and reshapes the upper eyelids to create a more youthful, refreshed appearance while improving eyelid contour.
Good candidates are individuals bothered by drooping upper eyelids, excess eyelid skin, a tired or sad appearance, or vision obstruction caused by sagging eyelids. A consultation can determine if surgery is right for you.
Yes. In some cases, excess upper eyelid skin can restrict peripheral vision. Removing this excess tissue may improve your field of vision while also enhancing your appearance.
Many patients find that upper blepharoplasty helps them look more youthful, rested, and refreshed by eliminating sagging skin that contributes to an aged or fatigued appearance.
Upper blepharoplasty can address excess eyelid skin, hooded eyelids, a tired appearance, and age-related changes around the eyes. It may also be combined with other treatments to address volume loss or skin quality concerns.
Results are long-lasting for most patients. While the natural aging process continues, many individuals enjoy a more youthful eyelid appearance for years following surgery.
Yes. Upper eyelid surgery is often combined with lower eyelid surgery, laser resurfacing, brow rejuvenation, or other facial procedures to achieve more comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
Most patients experience temporary swelling and bruising after surgery. Recovery varies by individual, but many people can return to normal daily activities within a relatively short period as healing progresses.
When performed by an experienced surgeon, upper blepharoplasty is designed to restore a rested and refreshed appearance while maintaining your natural facial features and expressions.
Dr. Diane Duncan is a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 30 years of experience. She is recognized for her expertise in eyelid rejuvenation, publishes medical research, and lectures nationally and internationally on surgical and minimally invasive facial rejuvenation techniques.