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Upper Eyelid Surgery

Introduction

Introduction to Upper Eyelid Surgery

The skin surrounding the eyes is the thinnest and most delicate on the body and can often be the first to show signs of aging. The constant movement of the eye, exposure to UV rays, and other factors can cause lines, wrinkles, and sagging on the upper and lower eyelids. Blepharoplasty, or eyelid lift surgery, can remove excess skin and tighten the upper eyelids for a more youthful and vibrant appearance. Our team at LM Medical NYC offers upper blepharoplasty, or eyelid lift surgery, at our state-of-the-art facilities in the Upper East Side and Greenwich Village.

Dr. Lesley Rabach’s meticulous attention to detail and extensive surgical experience have allowed her to perfect her blepharoplasty technique. This technique allows her to provide her patients with the most natural, restorative, scar-free, and long-lasting results. Her advanced technique and sedation methods allow patients to recover faster and better and experience minimal post-surgical bruising or downtime.

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What is Upper Eyelid Surgery?

The skin on the upper eyelid loosens, sags, and wrinkles, creating a hooded and heavy appearance. The eyelid crease can disappear, and the eyes appear smaller in size. An upper eyelid lift surgery can remove the excess skin and fat, tightening the tissue to create a more youthful, open appearance to the eye. Once an upper blepharoplasty has been performed, the eyes look wider and more energetic with a youthful, natural appearance.

Upper and lower blepharoplasty can be performed separately or together, depending on the patient. Some patients will pair an upper eyelid lift with a brow lift to rejuvenate the entire upper face. Ptosis repair can also sometimes be part of the upper blepharoplasty. The incisions are carefully hidden for a discreet, natural appearance with little to no visible scars.

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What Are the Benefits of Upper Eyelid Surgery?

Double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Lesley Rabach’s meticulous upper blepharoplasty surgical technique comes with a wide range of benefits, including: 

  • Restores the youthful appearance of the eyes
  • Removes excess skin, tissue, and fat
  • Creates a more alert, energized look on the face
  • Can improve peripheral vision
  • It can be combined with a brow lift or facelift
  • Enhances self-confidence and self-esteem

Who Are the Best Candidates For Upper Eyelid Surgery?

You are a candidate if you have loose, sagging, drooping, heavy, or folding skin on your upper eyelids. The drooping and folding will make your eyelids feel heavy and might impair your vision. To qualify for surgery, patients need to be healthy, non-smokers, with realistic expectations and have no medical issues that could interfere with recovery from surgery.

Dr. Rabach will meet with you privately at her New York City offices to assess your skin quality and review your medical history, ensuring that you are a good candidate for upper blepharoplasty.

What’s the first step?

To get started on your aesthetic journey, please schedule a surgical consultation to meet with Dr. Lesley Rabach. Our team will be ready for your consultation when you come for your visit. You will have an in-depth consultation with Dr. Lesley Rabach, during which she will review your medical history and your current medications, allergies, and any pre-existing conditions. She will also conduct a thorough physical assessment, evaluating your degree of skin ptosis, brow position, ptosis of the eyelid, and skin elasticity.

Once your candidacy has been confirmed, our patient coordinator will help you schedule your surgery date. You will also be given instructions on how to prepare properly for your pre-operative appointment.

What to Expect on the Day of an Upper Blepharoplasty

From the moment you enter the office, we want you to feel as comfortable and confident as possible while undergoing eyelid surgery. Almost always, you will be given oral medication to relax you as well as local anesthesia around your eyes for the procedure.

When performed as a stand-alone procedure, we often use local anesthesia or painkillers for your upper eyelift. This in-office procedure will take less than 45 minutes, plus extra time, depending on your recovery after the procedure. We recommend that a designated friend or family member be on call to pick you up or meet you at home.

To address the upper lids, Dr. Lesley Rabach makes incisions hidden within the natural crease of your eyelids and removes any excess tissue. The incision often extends to the crow’s feet and is a super delicate procedure with stunning results. The end result is a more inviting, attractive countenance and a more friendly and relaxed facial expression. After completing the necessary changes, Dr. Rabach will close your incisions utilizing tiny stitches that are removed after 5 days. This procedure addresses eyes that appear hooded or droopy due to excess sagging skin and fat.

Excess sagging eyelid skin can make an individual appear tired, sad, or older. Upper eyelid surgery rejuvenates the eye area, restoring patients’ appearance so they look like younger, more youthful, and well-rested versions of themselves.

Upper Eyelid Surgery Recovery

You can work the day after your upper blepharoplasty. However, the sutures will not come out for 5 days, and there can sometimes be swelling and/or bruising around your eyes. If you can wear tinted glasses or do not mind if someone sees you like that, you can return to work immediately. However, strenuous exercise should be avoided until Dr. Rabach clears it. Dr. Rabach will provide a customized aftercare plan and pain medication prescriptions to ensure your healing journey is peaceful and seamless. She and her surgical team are on call to answer any questions or concerns that might arise, so don’t hesitate to reach out as needed.

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The LM MEDICAL NYC Difference

Dr. Lesley Rabach is an internationally recognized facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is Board-Certified in both Facial Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. She has been featured in Allure, InStyle, Glamour, and other mainstream publications thanks to her astute eye for artistry and extensive training background. Dr. Rabach completed a demanding fellowship sponsored by the American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery and also pursued a residency and internship in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Yale New Haven Hospital.

She excels at deep plane facelifts, neck lifts, lip lifts, and eyelid surgery, delivering nuanced, elegant outcomes that stand the test of time. Dr. Rabach serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU/Bellevue in New York City, where she mentors the NYU facial plastics fellow and NYU Otolaryngology residents. She has been ranked “#1 Female Plastic Surgeon” in NYC by RateMDs, featured as a “Superdoctors Rising Star” plastic surgeon in New York Times Magazine, awarded “10 Best Plastic Surgeons” by the American Institute of Plastic Surgeons, and granted “Top Doctor” designation by RealSelf.

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If your upper eyelids droop or sag, making you look older and tired, contact us at LM Medical NYC. We can schedule an eyelid lift consultation with Dr. Lesley to discuss upper blepharoplasty at one of our private clinics in Greenwich Village or the Upper East Side.

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