Blepharoplasty
Get a More Alert and Awake Look with Eyelid Surgery in the Philadelphia Area

Regardless of what the rest of your facial features look like, if you have drooping or “heavy” upper eyelids, or lower lids marked by puffy “bags,” you can look stressed, tired, and much older than your actual age. With a blepharoplasty at the Philadelphia area’s Buinewicz Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Brian Buinewicz can give the entire eye area a more open, alert, and youthful appearance. This change can impact your entire face, creating a look of vitality instead of sleepiness.

What Is a Blepharoplasty?

Eyelid surgery—medically known as blepharoplasty surgery—is a procedure that can be performed on the upper lids, lower lids, or both to improve the look of the eye area, create or restore symmetry, and even correct drooping and sagging that cause tissues to impede a clear field of vision.

An upper lid blepharoplasty involves removing excess fat and loose skin above the eye, as well as tightening lax muscles and ligaments.

A lower lid blepharoplasty involves removing fat and tissue that has been pulled down by gravity to cause “bags” to form. This approach may also include tightening both muscle and skin. Note that excess pigmentation in the area—often described as “dark circles” under the eyes—is typically caused by visible blood vessels that require a different treatment solution. We offer MIXto CO2 laser treatments that can help tighten loose, crepey skin and also help with pigmentation or color changes.

A full blepharoplasty includes techniques that target both the upper and lower lids. The procedure is highly customizable, so if you have just one drooping eyelid, giving your face an off-balance appearance, Dr. Buinewicz can correct the specific issue for a more symmetrical look.

What Are the Details of Blepharoplasty Surgery at the Philadelphia Area’s Buinewicz Cosmetic Surgery?

At a personalized consultation, Dr. Buinewicz will examine your eyelids, listen to your goals for a rejuvenated look, and explain what blepharoplasty can do.

The specifics of the procedure and the patient’s own needs and preferences will determine the type of anesthesia used for the procedure itself. General and twilight anesthesia are the two most common options, however upper eyelid surgery can sometimes be performed in the office using local anesthesia depending on the patient and their needs.

Upper eyelid surgery patients will have an incision made along the natural crease of the lid, which allows any scar to remain camouflaged—and even hidden when the eye is open. Lower-lid blepharoplasty may involve an incision made just below the lower lashes or inside the lower eyelid. These incisions give Dr. Buinewicz access to the internal structures, allowing him to sculpt, reposition, and remove tissues as desired to achieve the desired effect.

What Happens After a Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty patients should expect swelling, bruising, and discomfort that can be managed with medications for the first few days, and then with cold compresses in the week to follow. While reading and watching TV can resume during this time, anything that would strain the eyes or increase blood flow to the area—such as strenuous exercise or lifting heavy objects—should be avoided. Also refrain from wearing contact lenses or eye makeup.

Side effects will continue to resolve as the tissues heal, with the final results visible within one to two months. Wearing proper eye protection when outdoors—such as sunglasses—is always recommended.

Why Choose Buinewicz Cosmetic Surgery & Medspa for Blepharoplasty in the Philadelphia Area?

Dr. Brian Buinewicz, a triple board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of experience, has hundreds of eyelid surgeries to his credit. See the results he can provide by browsing before-and-after photos of blepharoplasty patients who chose him for his welcoming nature, commitment to safety, and natural-looking surgical outcomes.

Are There More Facial Procedures Besides Blepharoplasty Available?

Beyond eyelid surgery, other face surgery options at Buinewicz Cosmetic Surgery include a facelift to address sagging, jowls, and aging on the neck, a brow lift for rejuvenating the forehead area, rhinoplasty for changing the size, shape, and proportions of the nose, and more. Combining these various options can have an overall transformative effect so that you still look like you, but you have a refreshed appearance.