How Long Does Blepharoplasty Surgery Take?

November 30, 2022


Blepharoplasty Las Vegas

If time has taken its toll on the appearance of your eyes, it may be time for blepharoplasty surgery. In the hands of an experienced surgeon, this procedure can restore youth and vibrance to your appearance by rejuvenating your most expressive feature.

WHAT IS BLEPHAROPLASTY (EYELID LIFT)?

Blepharoplasty, more commonly known as an eyelid lift, is a surgery to correct signs of aging around the eyes. As we age, excess skin and fat around our eyes droops, leading to “hooded” eyelids, under-eye bags, wrinkles, and an older, tired appearance. 

Blepharoplasty can include an upper eyelid lift, a lower eyelid lift, or both. An upper eyelid lift will address sagging above the eye and “hooding,” while a lower eyelid lift can reduce bags or hollows beneath the eyes. Dr. Stile can help you determine what blepharoplasty procedure will best achieve your aesthetic goals. 

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WHAT TO EXPECT DURING BLEPHAROPLASTY

An eyelid lift is a fast, easy procedure with remarkable results. Dr. Stile performs blepharoplasty under general or local anesthesia in one to two hours, depending on your procedure. For an upper eyelid lift, he will make incisions in the crease above each eye, or just under the eyelashes for a lower eyelid lift. He will then be able to tighten skin and muscles, contour the eye area, and remove or reposition excess skin and fat.

RECOVERY AFTER BLEPHAROPLASTY

Recovery from blepharoplasty is short, with minimal discomfort. You should expect bruising and swelling around the eyes for a week or two, during which time you may want to use pain medication, eye drops, and ice packs. Most patients can return to work within one week.

EYELID LIFT RESULTS

An eyelid lift can have an anti-aging effect on your entire face, giving you a more youthful expression. During blepharoplasty, Dr. Stile can tighten skin and muscles to smooth out wrinkles and lift drooping areas. He can also remove or reposition fat pads to reduce under-eye bags and puffiness or fill in hollows under the eye to improve dark circles.

Dr. Stile is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience helping his patients find renewed confidence in their appearance. Some benefits of blepharoplasty include:

  • A brighter, refreshed appearance
  • Diminished wrinkles and a smoother complexion
  • Reduced under-eye bags and puffiness
  • Improvement of dark circles
  • Better field of vision

The results of blepharoplasty are long-lasting. You can expect an upper eyelid lift to last several years, and most people never need a second lower eyelid lift.

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AM I A GOOD CANDIDATE FOR BLEPHAROPLASTY?

Blepharoplasty is an effective treatment to enhance your eyes and revive your appearance by improving concerns like wrinkles, “hooding,” and under-eye bags. If you’re a healthy adult and want to address signs of aging around your eyes, you may be an ideal candidate for blepharoplasty. 

TAKE THE FIRST STEP

Please fill out the form on this page to request an in-person consultation and one of our knowledgeable medical staff members at Stile Aesthetics will reach out to you promptly. You can also call our office directly at (702) 745-3140.

Stile Aesthetics serves Las Vegas, NV & Surrounding Areas.

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Dr. Frank L. Stile, MD, FACS
Dr. Frank L. Stile is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. His office is in Las Vegas. The office is luxuriously appointed and has won awards for original designs and decor. His practice provides the full spectrum of cosmetic surgery procedures. Dr. Stile has had the privilege of helping over 10,000 patients achieve their cosmetic surgical goals. Originally from New York City, Dr. Stile graduated high school at the age of 15 and began medical training at the City University of New York’s Accelerated 7-year combined Undergraduate and Medical School Program. He completed his clinical training at the State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn. His post-doctorate training included 12 years of residency. During that time, Dr. Stile received specialized surgical training at four academic institutions of excellence. He is the published author of articles and book chapters in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Microsurgery literature. He has presented research at National and International Plastic Surgery Conferences. Dr. Stile regularly visits with leaders in the field of cosmetic plastic surgery, facilitating the exchange of ideas and constantly refining his techniques. Dr. Stile has long held an interest in the martial sciences, specifically mixed martial arts. His personal and professional relationships with the stars of MMA have made him the most trusted and requested plastic surgeon by champions of the sport. Dr. Stile has innovated and published techniques for both treating new facial injuries and preventing recurrent injuries in “cut-prone” fighters. His work has been featured in such publications as the New York Times, Maxim Magazine, and Real Fighter Magazine, in addition to numerous television and radio shows. Dr. Stile is an avid illustrator, painter, and sculptor. His work adds to the decor of both his home and office. He is also the published author of two children’s books. His greatest accomplishment, second only to being a husband and father, was the establishment of the Frank L. Stile Foundation in 2011. The goal of this non-profit was to serve and support the needs of children in crisis. To date, this initiative has helped provide over TEN MILLION meals for food insecure children and their families in addition to providing resources for medical care.