Eyelid Surgery Palm Beach with Dr. Jason Cooper
Nothing promotes a youthful appearance like bright, alert eyes. The eyes are what people focus on when they talk to you or when you first meet. They are truly the windows to your inner self, and when they look great, you are also assessed in a positive light. But when the effects of age creep in with wrinkles, undereye circles, or sagging upper eyelids, you may look tired and worn. Eye rejuvenation through blepharoplasty, better known as eyelid surgery, can work wonders for your facial appearance and positively impact how others see you.
To learn more about the best eyelid surgery in Florida, request a consultation with Dr. Jason Cooper at one of his convenient locations in Jupiter or West Palm Beach. We proudly serve patients from Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, Boca Raton, and all over Florida.
Benefits of Eyelid Surgery
Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, helps women and men in South Florida improve their facial appearances by making them look well-rested and alert. This facial rejuvenation around the eyes restores youthful skin textures while eliminating age-related drooping lids and circles under the eyes. Benefits also include:
- A more energetic, youthful, and rested appearance
- Lift droopy upper eyelids
- Remove excess skin
- Reduce puffiness and under-eye bags
- Reduce or eliminate fine lines, wrinkles, and other signs of aging
Dr. Cooper performs each blepharoplasty procedure on the upper or lower eyelids, concurrently or each as a standalone procedure. These options depend on each patient’s cosmetic concerns and goals. Results are realized within a few weeks after surgery and are long-term. Patients often tell us they see their results continue to improve for months, even up to a year, after their plastic surgery.
We encourage you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Cooper to discuss your specific goals. He may recommend upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery, or both.
Blepharoplasty Candidacy
The best candidates for this procedure include patients who struggle with undereye circles, wrinkles on the eyelids, extra skin, or a tired and worn-out appearance. Ideal candidates have a realistic expectation of what blepharoplasty can and cannot do for them, are in good health to undergo a surgical procedure, don’t smoke, and have no underlying major eye conditions.
Dr. Cooper employs a customized approach to upper and lower eyelid surgery, treating his patients according to their cosmetic issues and personal goals.
Jason Cooper, MD
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Trust your results to Dr. Jason Cooper, a board-certified plastic surgeon with nearly 20 years of experience and a top 1% facelift and neck lift practice in the U.S. Known for his natural aesthetic and meticulous approach, he delivers safe, personalized results using the latest advanced techniques.
The Eyelid Lift Procedure
Dr. Cooper performs blepharoplasty under IV sedation. After sedation, he creates small incisions in the natural crease lines above the upper lid or the lower lid at the lash line. Next, Dr. Cooper meticulously works to remove excess skin and fat, reposition fat, and tighten muscle. Then, he reshapes the eye contour to a natural, youthful appeal. Lastly, he closes with fine sutures to reduce any risk of scarring.
Eyelid Lift Recovery
Patients may experience some bruising and inflammation in the eye area. They may also experience dry eyes, itching, and minor discomfort. Cold compresses, lubricating ointments, pain medication, and resting with the head elevated can help relieve these side effects. In some cases, patients may need to wear gauze over the eyes after the operation, but this is typically temporary.
Although each patient is unique in how they heal, most take 3-5 days off from work after their procedure. We recommend refraining from vigorous exercise for three to four weeks.
Dr. Cooper will provide post-operative instructions on how to properly care for your eyes during healing. He will also schedule follow-up appointments to monitor your recovery.
As bruising and swelling subside, patients should see a more defined, smoother area around each eye. They should look younger and more alert, as well. We recommend stocking up on medical-grade sunscreen to protect your skin from harmful UV rays.
If you are interested in learning more about the best eyelid surgery near me to lift sagging upper lids and resolve undereye circles, request a consultation with Dr. Cooper today!
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Palm Beach Eyelid Surgery FAQs
Does eyelid surgery hurt?
Blepharoplasty is a highly tolerable procedure when performed by a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon. It’s rare for patients to take pain medications after the first days of recovery. Most patients experience slight discomfort. Significant discomfort is unusual, which is why many patients choose to combine this procedure with others, such as a facelift.
Does eyelid surgery leave a scar?
The thinner the skin, the better the scar – this is a general rule in surgery. Eyelid skin is the most delicate on the entire body, and it makes for the least visible scars. Concerning the lower eyelid, there is the option to remove prominent fat from the eyelid through the eyelash line, which does not leave a visible scar.
How do I schedule an appointment for eyelid surgery?
To learn more about eyelid surgery, request a consultation with Dr. Jason Cooper at one of his convenient locations in Jupiter or Palm Beach.
What cosmetic issues can eyelid surgery address?
Eyelid surgery address excess upper eyelid skin, prominent or bulging fat in the upper and lower eyelid, lower eyelid fat bags, transition from the lower eyelid to the cheek, position of the lateral eyelid commissure relative to the inner eyelid commissure, and eyelid aperture opening.
What incisions and scars can I expect from eyelid surgery?
The incisions are different depending upon whether the upper or lower eyelid is being addressed. For upper eyelid surgery, the incision will be within the eyelid crease. This incision is very well concealed and typically not visible when the eyes are open. The lower blepharoplasty incision is placed immediately below the lash line.
What can I expect on the day of my eyelid surgery?
A relaxed environment. We perform multiple eyelid surgeries per week. Often, eyelid surgery is combined with facial rejuvenation surgery, although it can be performed alone. Eyelid surgery is conducted under sedation, so there is no awareness whatsoever during the procedure. Surgical time ranges from an hour to an hour and a half if all four lids are part of the surgical plan. There is minimal discomfort after eyelid surgery. Patients recover in our facility for 45-60 minutes after the procedure and are discharged home.
How long does it take to recover from eyelid surgery?
Upper eyelid surgical recovery includes minor swelling 2-3 days post-operation. Sutures are removed at 6 days following surgery, and patients can return to most activities at 2 weeks after surgery. Lower eyelid surgery may require slightly more downtime, as minor bruising and swelling should be anticipated for 10-14 days. Sutures are removed from the lower eyelids at 6 days post-operation.
What if I have a history of bad scars?
You will need to consult with Dr. Cooper so he can advise you on whether your historical scar history will have an impact on eyelid surgical healing. Adverse surgical healing can be related to numerous factors that may or may not have any bearing on eyelid healing and scarring.
Will I still maintain my uniqueness after the surgery?
Of course, the purpose of good surgical planning and execution is to perform an operation that restores your natural appearance and beauty. I prefer that someone ask if you lost weight after eyelid surgery because no one should be aware you had surgery on your eyes. You should look better.
Can you operate on only one eye?
Typically, it’s not a good idea to operate on one eyelid unless a revision of prior surgery is being performed.
Is the result of eyelid surgery permanent?
Nothing is permanent, but performing lower eyelid surgery multiple times should be closely evaluated due to adverse outcomes such as “fish eye” or dry eye that care arise from having multiple lower eyelid surgeries. Sometimes after many years, patients may require a small amount of sagging skin (not fat) to be removed from the lateral part of the upper eyelid. The removal of this skin will usually help decrease hooding.
How is the procedure performed?
The procedure is performed with IV sedation and then the area around the eyes is numbed with local anesthesia. You are not awake, and there is no awareness during the surgery.
How will I feel after my surgery?
The area will be swollen for a few days, but you will experience minimal to no pain. You should be able to easily read, respond to text messages, and do computer work after 48 hours.
How long does the surgery take?
1 to 2.5 hours depending if surgery is just to upper or lower eyelids or both upper and lower eyelids
Can I drive myself back home?
No. I use IV sedation, so you will need a friend or family member to drive you back home.
How long will it take before I look normal?
10-14 days.
Will eyelid surgery cause dry eyes?
9-15% of patients experience increased dry eye after lower eyelid surgery, therefore evaluating a patient’s pre-existing dry eye is a critical part of the consultation process. I rarely ever have patients experience dry eye after upper lid surgery. I have a very clear process and surgical technique to reduce the chance of developing dry eye after eyelid surgery.
What is the purpose of blepharoplasty?
To improve your appearance by removing skin and fat from either the upper or lower lids or both.
Can eyelid surgery remove the wrinkles around the eyes (crow’s feet), elevate droopy eyebrows, and take away dark circles under the lower eyelids?
No, crow’s feet are the result of smiling, which involves upper lip elevation and squinting. Your crow’s feet may be softened, but they will not be removed and should not be expected to be removed with this surgery. Droopy eyebrows can be the result of many different things. The eyebrow will not move up without a brow lift, which is a different operation than blepharoplasty surgery. Lastly, dark circles are likely to remain after eyelid surgery. Dark circles can be the result of genetic skin pigmentation, shadowing, thin skin with vein visibility, or facial soft tissue descent. Therefore, dark circles may be improved, but they are much more likely to remain to some degree.
How about bags in my lower eyelids that make me look tired?
The bags can be removed by carefully removing fat in these areas.
How do you decide whether I need an upper eyelid lift or a brow lift?
The brow position and upper eyelid position will be assessed at the time of your consult.
Why do people need eyelid surgery years before they need a facelift?
Typically, the soft tissue around the eye tends to droop, leading to the appearance of fat bags in the lower eyelid area. The upper eyelid skin can also to droop, leading to lateral hooding.
Who is a candidate for blepharoplasty?
Candidates for this procedure are patients who dislike excess upper or lower eyelid excess skin, along with those experiencing bulging fat in either the upper or lower lid.
Can I get cosmetic eyelid surgery if I have had PRK or LASIK?
Yes, I just need to review your dry eye history.
What is the age limit to undergo eyelid surgery?
I have operated on lower eyelids in patients as young as 21 and as old as 85.
Are there any visible scars from the blepharoplasty surgery?
Yes, although they are very minimal and well concealed by design.
How safe is the surgery?
Very safe.
Are there any complications or side effects?
Dry eye can be a side effect of lower eyelid surgery, along with scarring and bleeding.
When can I wear contact lenses after surgery?
Typically you can resume wearing contact lenses 10 to 14 days after your surgery.
What if I need a touch-up?
This is at the discretion of the doctor. I prefer to wait a few months to allow for scar remodeling and skin settling before considering. Having a good doctor-patient relationship is important. Most minor procedures can be performed under local anesthesia.
If I am eligible for the surgery, what is the next step?
If you would like to move forward, your next step is to call our office or schedule a consultation from our website.
Are there any dietary restrictions before the procedure?
We provide a document as part of our pre-op process regarding food and drinking guidelines.
Will I need any special prescriptions following surgery?
Yes, you will need pain medication for 24-48 hours (although you may not take it), antibiotics for 3-5 days, eye drops, and eye ointment.