Eyelid Surgery

What Is Eyelid Surgery?

Eyelid surgery (also called blepharoplasty) is commonly performed to remove bags under the eyes or correct drooping eyelids, conditions that can make you look years older than you really are. Sometimes, droopy eyelids can even impair your vision.

Eyelid surgery may be recommended for anyone with baggy eyes or drooping eyelids who wants to look younger and more alert. It is also helpful for patients whose vision is impaired by droopy eyelids.

Eyelid Lift Before and After

We invite you to browse our extensive catalog of eyelid lift procedures performed on patients right here in the San Francisco and surrounding Bay Area.

***All before and after photos on this site are patients of Dr. Aycock and reflect his work as such. Individual results may vary.

Eyelid Lift Gallery Walnut Creek & Greenbrae, CA

*Individual results may vary

Consultations Are Available Now

Dr. Aycock is always happy to meet with you to review your unique needs. Please fill out the form on this page to request a consultation.

Benefits of Eyelid Surgery

Eyelid surgery can restore a more youthful appearance while helping diminish puffy, saggy eyelids that can make you look older than you really are. In addition, after your cosmetic eyelid surgery, you’ll enjoy the following benefits:

  • More youthful, alert looking eyes.
  • Potentially improved vision as a result of removing saggy eyelids that can drop into or obscure your field of vision.
  • Improved self-confidence and self-esteem.

Blepharoplasty in the Bay Area with Robert Aycock, MD, FACS

Preparing for Eyelid Surgery

You may be asked to have lab testing or a medical evaluation done to rule out any external issues that may interfere with your surgery. You may also be asked to start, discontinue, or adjust your current medication schedule. You’ll recover more quickly if you stop smoking, and you should avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory medicines, or any herbal supplements as these can increase bleeding.

Aycock MD eyelid Greenbrae Walnut Creek

*Individual results may vary

How Is Eyelid Surgery Performed?

Depending on whether the upper or lower eyelids (or both) are affected, different incisions will be made around the natural curvature of the eyelid region to help conceal scarring. Excess fat may be removed or redistributed to help reduce the puffiness and sagging of the eyes and lessen the look of bags under the eyes. Depending on your unique situation, muscles may be repositioned or tightened to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Eyelid Surgery Recovery*

You can expect to be back to work within a few days of surgery, although complete recovery from eyelid surgery may take a few weeks. Bruising, swelling and some discomfort are part of the recovery process and can typically be relieved with cold compresses and oral medication prescribed by Dr. Aycock.

*Individual results may vary

Take The First Step – Request A Consultation

To schedule your consultation, please fill out the form on this page or call Dr. Aycock’s office at (925) 937-8377 (Walnut Creek) or (415) 925-1700 (Greenbrae).

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DISCLAIMER

The content of this website is intended to be general information. It is provided only as a service. It is not medical advice and not intended to be taken as medical advice. The content of this site should not be used to diagnose or treat a medical or health condition and is in no way meant to be a substitute for or delay the seeking of appropriate or professional medical care. Individual results may vary.