Case 5- Blepharoplasty- Eyelid Surgery
Dr John Burns, FACS![Before and After eyelid surgery by Dr. John Burns](http://drjohnburns.com/cdn/shop/files/16_a8977883-c629-4efd-984d-40198914341c_1280x1280.png?v=1683152559)
![Before and After eyelid surgery by Dr. John Burns](http://drjohnburns.com/cdn/shop/files/16_a8977883-c629-4efd-984d-40198914341c_small.png?v=1683152559)
![Right eye view | Before and after eyelid lift](http://drjohnburns.com/cdn/shop/files/17_c010e0dd-f828-437c-a5f3-2ff975ff1fae_small.png?v=1683152573)
![Left eye view | before and after eyelid surgery](http://drjohnburns.com/cdn/shop/files/18_6a4f9c26-375b-4528-87db-0774d9dba7c9_small.png?v=1683152580)
Upper Blepharoplasty (Upper eyelid skin removal) to balance eye expression and improve eye appearance.
Procedure Details
- Length: 1-2 hours
- Anesthesia: General (occasionally local sedation form smaller procedures)
- In/Outpatient: Outpatient
- Side Effects: Temporary swelling, bruising, discomfort, blurred vision, dry eyes
- Recovery: Back to work with makeup: 1 week; More strenuous activity: 2 weeks
- Final Appearance: 1-2 months for swelling to completely resolve
- Duration of Results: Approximately 10 years