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An eyelid lift, medically known as blepharoplasty, is a refined procedure that refreshes the upper and/or lower eyelids by removing or repositioning excess skin and fat. The result is a brighter, more rested look that still feels entirely like you. When performed with meticulous attention to detail, an eyelid lift can soften a tired expression, open the eyes, and restore a smoother contour to the eyelid area.
Dr. Adam R. Kolker provides eyelid lift surgery in Los Angeles, CA with a focus on natural, unoperated results. Drawing on decades of specialized training and a background in fine arts, he approaches each eyelid lift as both a technical and aesthetic endeavor, tailoring your procedure to your unique anatomy, features, and goals.
The eyelids are often the first area of the face to show aging. Skin thins, fat shifts forward, and soft tissue loosens, leading to heaviness in the upper lids and bags beneath the eyes. An expertly performed eyelid lift can address these changes in a subtle yet powerful way. An eyelid lift may be right for you if you are bothered by:
Sagging skin that makes the eyes look small, hooded, or tired
Puffiness, bulging fat, or persistent shadows beneath the eyes
Crepey folds that disrupt the natural eyelid crease
A feeling of weight on the upper eyelids, sometimes affecting vision
Uneven eyelids that alter facial balance or expression With a thoughtful, individualized plan, the goal is not to make you look different, but to help you look refreshed, awake, and at ease.
An upper eyelid lift focuses on the skin and fat of the upper lids that can droop over time. Dr. Kolker creates a fine incision hidden in the natural eyelid crease, allowing him to remove or reposition excess tissue while preserving your characteristic eye shape and expression. An upper eyelid lift can:
A lower eyelid lift targets puffiness, under eye bags, and lax skin beneath the eyes. Through an incision placed either just beneath the lash line or inside the eyelid, Dr. Kolker can access and refine the delicate fat pads and skin that frame the lower lid. A lower eyelid lift can help:
Reduce under eye bags by contouring protruding fat
Soften dark shadows that result from bulging fat and hollowing
Tighten or redrape skin to minimize fine wrinkling and crepiness
Improve the transition between the lower lid and the upper cheek for a smoother, more youthful contour The objective is to restore a rested, harmonious look around the eyes without pulling or over-tightening the lower lids.
Even modest refinements to the eyelids can create a meaningful change in the way you look and feel. Patients often describe their results as subtle yet transformative. Key benefits include:
Candidacy for an eyelid lift is determined through a careful consultation that considers your anatomy, health, and goals. Dr. Kolker will examine the relationship between your eyelids, brows, and cheek position to create a comprehensive, individualized plan. You may be a candidate if you:
An eyelid lift is performed as an outpatient procedure, often under local anesthesia with sedation or under general anesthesia, depending on the complexity of your surgery and your preferences.
Surgery typically takes about one to two hours, depending on whether upper, lower, or both eyelids are being addressed. Typical steps of the procedure include:
Recovery from an eyelid lift is generally well tolerated. Most patients return to office work and light daily activities within about one to two weeks, depending on the extent of their procedure and their individual healing response. You can expect:
All surgical procedures involve some degree of risk. Dr. Kolker’s training, experience, and disciplined approach to planning and technique are directed toward maximizing safety and minimizing complications while achieving an elegant aesthetic outcome. Potential risks of eyelid lift surgery may include:
An eyelid lift does not stop the aging process, but it does reset the clock on one of the most expressive areas of the face. With healthy lifestyle choices and sun protection, the improvements are typically long lasting. In general:
Discomfort is typically mild and well controlled with prescribed medication and cool compresses during the first several days. Most patients describe a sensation of tightness or fullness rather than significant pain.
The goal is always a natural, unoperated appearance. By respecting your unique anatomy and using conservative techniques, Dr. Kolker aims to maintain your characteristic eye shape and expression, simply in a more refreshed state.
Incisions are designed to be discreet. Upper eyelid scars rest in the natural crease, and lower eyelid incisions are either inside the lid or directly beneath the lash line. With time, they typically fade and become very difficult to detect.
Many patients feel comfortable returning to non-strenuous work within 7 to 10 days. Exercise and more vigorous activities are usually resumed gradually over several weeks, according to your healing and personalized instructions.
If excess upper eyelid skin is weighing down the lids and partially blocking the outer visual field, an upper eyelid lift may improve that obstruction. A formal eye examination can help assess the functional component in your specific case.
Non-surgical treatments can help with fine lines, pigmentation, or very early changes, but they cannot remove excess skin or reposition significant fat herniation. During your consultation, you will receive a balanced recommendation on whether surgery, non-surgical treatment, or a combination would best address your concerns.
Preparation typically includes a review of your medical history, possible lab work or eye evaluation, adjustment of certain medications such as blood thinners when appropriate, and avoidance of smoking before and after surgery. You will receive a detailed, personalized plan before your procedure.
