Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)

For a rested, alert appearance that communicates the youthful vigor you feel inside, it all begins with the eyes. Genetics and age-related changes, however, can result in heavy upper lids or puffy bags below your eyes that may cause people to think you’re tired or sad. Blepharoplasty, also called eyelid surgery, performed by double board-certified Orlando facial plastic surgeon Dr. Edward J. Gross can provide dramatic results with a minimal recovery period.

Communities We Serve

Men and women who want to look naturally rejuvenated visit Dr. Gross for eyelid surgery from throughout metro Orlando, including:

  • Melbourne
  • Tampa
  • Winter Park
  • Daytona Beach

You can learn more about eyelid surgery by requesting a consultation online or by calling our office at (407) 333-3040 to schedule an appointment.

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Before & After Blepharoplasty Case 698 Front View in Orlando, Winter Park & Tampa, Florida
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This 68-year-old Orlando man was bothered by heavy upper eyelids, droopy eyebrows, and a tired look. We performed Upper Blepharoplasty surgery and a Direct Brow Lift to achieve these results. Photos shown at 3 months. His vision is improved and visual fields are better. His forehead is also lifted nicely. Read More
Before & After Blepharoplasty Case 965 Front View in Orlando, Winter Park & Tampa, Florida
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This Orlando, FL, woman wanted to address the excess skin on both her upper and lower eyelids, which gave her a tired appearance. She consulted with Dr. Gross in our Lake Mary, FL, office about an Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty. Her eyes now have a rested, firmer, and more youthful appearance. The DOT CO2 laser was also used to resurface an... Read More
Before & After Blepharoplasty Case 760 Right Side View in Orlando, Winter Park & Tampa, Florida
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Case# 760. This pleasant 57 year old woman from Orlando was seeing dark circles, under eye bags, droopy eyelids and a sagging neck. Dr. Gross performed upper and lower eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, in addition to facelift and neck lift to achieve these results.  We tighten the muscles of the neck and face (SMAS Lift) for... Read More
Before & After Blepharoplasty Case 256 Front View in Orlando, Winter Park & Tampa, Florida
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This Orlando woman developed sagging of the upper eyelids and desired cosmetic improvement. Dr. Gross performed an upper eyelid lift, and her eyes are now more open, inviting, and bright. A natural yet beautiful result is seen at 3 months, which was enhanced with the use of Botox. This is an outpatient procedure at Primera Surgery Center in L... Read More
Before & After Blepharoplasty Case 15 view-1 View in Orlando, Winter Park & Tampa, Florida
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This gentleman was noticing heaviness in his upper eyelid area and consulted with Dr. Gross. He underwent a cosmetic upper eyelid procedure known as a blepharoplasty as an outpatient in our Lake Mary, FL, surgery center. Recovery was 1 week. Photos at 6 months show a noticeable improvement and a natural look. Botox was used to improve results... Read More
Before & After Blepharoplasty Case 14 view-1 View in Orlando, Winter Park & Tampa, Florida
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This Orlando man was bothered by heavy eyelids. Pictures show his results 2 weeks after an upper and lower eyelid lift (Blepharoplasty) by Dr. Gross. A very natural, clean look is seen. Recovery was 1 week and the procedure was done as an outpatient at Primera Surgery Center. Read More
Before & After Blepharoplasty Case 72 view-1 View in Orlando, Winter Park & Tampa, Florida
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This Orlando woman was bothered by jowls, drooping neck and tired eyes. Dr. Gross performed a Facelift, neck lift, neck liposuction, and upper/lower eyelid surgery to achieve these dramatic results. Her procedure was done as an outpatient at Primera Surgery Center in Lake Mary, FL, and recovery was 7 days. Photos shown at 1 year with natural... Read More
Before & After Blepharoplasty Case 115 view-1 View in Orlando, Winter Park & Tampa, Florida
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This Orlando gentleman wanted relief from heavy upper eyelids (dermatochalasis), which negatively affected his vision. His results after an upper eyelid lift/Blepharoplasty are clean and natural. His recovery was 1 week from the outpatient procedure at Primera Surgery Center in Lake Mary, FL. His vision has improved."Men require a diff... Read More

Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.

How Much Does Eyelid Surgery Cost in Orlando?

At Primera Plastic Surgery, the total cost of blepharoplasty varies based on several factors, such as your geographic area, the severity of your symptoms, whether you require upper or lower blepharoplasty (or both), and your surgeon’s experience. Whether your surgery is performed in a hospital, surgical center, or another facility also impacts the overall cost.

Many of our eyelid surgery patients choose to finance their procedure with flexible payment plans. With a down payment of $2,000, you can get payments as low as $106/month with 60-month financing. Contact CareCredit® to get exact offer details and options.

During your consultation, you and Dr. Gross will spend plenty of time discussing your surgical options. He will also provide you with a written quote that reflects the specifications of your surgery. Our staff will help you navigate a financing plan that suits your budget.

Proven Techniques, Outstanding Results

Blepharoplasty is an extremely effective option for removing extra fat and loose, lax skin from the upper and lower eyelids. Although the surgery is a relatively simple procedure with a quick recovery, it can significantly improve the entire face by brightening and smoothing the area around the eyes. This versatile surgery can treat many common concerns when topical products fall short. These include:

  • Excess skin that can obscure the natural folds of the upper eyelids
  • Loose skin that hangs down from the upper eyelids, which is sometimes severe enough to impair vision
  • A puffy appearance in the upper eyelids that can make you look tired
  • Excess skin and fine, “crepe paper” wrinkles along the lower eyelids
  • Bags, dark circles, and shadows beneath the eyes
  • Lower eyelid droopiness

If you are looking for a nonsurgical alternative to eyelid surgery, ask Dr. Gross if you are a candidate for fibroblast lift therapy.

Candidates for Eyelid Surgery

Eyelid surgery candidates are healthy non-smokers who have cosmetic or even functional concerns, such as heavy upper lids that obstruct vision, bags underneath the eyes, puffiness in the upper lids, crepey skin, and sagging eyelids. The best candidates for this procedure must have a BMI below 30.

Edward J. Gross, M.D.

Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

With 24 years in practice, Dr. Gross’ quality of care and results have earned the confidence and referrals of doctors throughout the region. His emphasis on patient education helps the men and women he treats feel comfortable and supported during their treatment.

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Blepharoplasty With a Facial Plastic Surgery Specialist

In addition to removing excess skin from the eyelids, Dr. Gross makes necessary adjustments to the eyelid muscles for smoother, long-lasting results. Using a refined procedure called transconjunctival blepharoplasty, or TCB, Dr. Gross may perform lower lid blepharoplasty without sutures or stitches. This leads to a quicker recovery and no visible suture line, because incisions are placed inside the lower eyelid.  In certain cases, he may place a thin incision just beneath the eyelash area of the lower eyelid to perform a more comprehensive lower eyelid lift that tightens a sagging muscle and removes a small amount of fat and excess skin. This procedure is called skin-muscle flap or SMF. A natural look to the eye with concealed incisions is paramount to achieving successful blepharoplasty results for men and women in Orlando.

“Blepharoplasty is one of the most gratifying plastic surgery procedures. The eyelid area is also the most common area of need for both men and women.”
– Dr. Gross

Commonly Combined Procedures

Dr. Gross may recommend a forehead lift for patients with an upper eyelid condition accompanied by sagging of the eyebrows. He may also suggest BOTOX® Cosmetic or laser resurfacing procedures to smooth crow’s feet or other fine wrinkles. To treat circles beneath the eyes caused by dark pigmentation, Dr. Gross may recommend fillers such as Restylane® or a fat transfer. Other options for rejuvenation around the eyes include prescription-strength bleaching cream with hydroquinone (HQ 4,6,8,10%), a topical retinol, or a light chemical peel.

For best results, Dr. Gross often combines eyelid surgery with eyebrow lifting using brow lift techniques, endoscopic forehead lift, and Endotine® products or other complementary treatments such as BOTOX, Dysport, ICON IPL, or laser peels such as DOT CO2 laser or Fraxel® laser. Dr. Gross finds that combining treatments in this way often results in a much better overall rejuvenation that looks more natural.

As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Gross has a keen understanding of the anatomy of the face. He uses this knowledge and his extensive practical experience to make surgical recommendations that fit your anatomy and lifestyle, creating beautiful results that you can enjoy for years.

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Eyelid Lift Recovery

Eyelid surgery is an outpatient procedure at Primera Surgery Center. Upper blepharoplasty takes place under local anesthesia with oral sedation or general anesthesia. When performed together, upper and lower blepharoplasty call for light general anesthesia, with a comfortable, easy recovery. Temporary side effects include discomfort, bruising, swelling, and dryness.

Days 1 to 3

You will return home the day of your surgery.  We will prescribe pain medication to help you manage any discomfort. You can generally resume reading after 2 to 3 days.

Days 7 to 14

You can resume working and driving after 7 to 10 days and wearing contact lenses after 2 weeks.

Week 3 to 6

You can resume engaging in strenuous activities and drinking alcoholic beverages after 3 weeks. For these first few weeks, you may experience dry and itchy eyes, tearing, and increased light sensitivity. Temporary episodes of blurred vision are also possible. Swelling at the corners of the eyelids may last weeks, and you may notice the formation of tiny whiteheads.

Long Term

Results typically last 10 years or more. Slight asymmetry in healing or scarring is possible, although scars are usually well hidden. Rare complications include difficulty in closing eyes completely (usually temporary), a downward pulling of the lower lids (possibly requiring further surgery), or blindness (extremely rare).

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