Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
Upper and lower eyelid surgery that lifts heavy, hooded lids and smooths under-eye bags, from an eye surgeon who protects how your eyes work.
schedule appointment- Board-Certified Ophthalmologist
- Upper & Lower Eyelid Surgery
- Cosmetic & Functional Cases
- Outpatient Procedure
Brighter, more open eyes, naturally.
With age, the skin of the eyelids stretches and the fat that cushions the eye can shift forward. The result is heavy, hooded upper lids and puffy bags below the eyes that make you look tired even when you feel rested. Blepharoplasty removes or repositions that excess skin and fat to open up the eye area.
At Miami Eye Institute, eyelid surgery is performed by board-certified ophthalmologist Dr. Inna Ozerov. As an eye surgeon, she plans every incision around how your lids open, close, and protect the eye, so results look natural and your eyes stay comfortable.
Upper lids that sag far enough can also block part of your vision. Lifting them can widen your field of view as well as refresh your appearance. Eyelid surgery is part of our wider range of cosmetic procedures and facial rejuvenation options.
- Outpatient surgery, so you go home the same day.
- Same Day
- Typical time for visible bruising and swelling to fade.
- 7–10 days
- Either eyelid, or both together, in one procedure.
- Upper & Lower
- Eyelid surgery results are long-lasting.
- Years
Eyelid surgery before & after
OUR APPROACH
What to expect from eyelid surgery.
From your first visit to your final result, Dr. Ozerov walks you through every step.
Consultation & Eye Exam
Dr. Ozerov examines your eyelids, brows, and the health of your eyes, including dryness and tear film, and talks through what you want to change. If drooping lids affect your vision, a visual field test can measure how much.
Upper Eyelid Surgery
A fine incision hidden in the natural crease of the upper lid lets Dr. Ozerov remove excess skin and, where needed, a little fat. Once healed, the scar sits in the fold and is very hard to see.
Lower Eyelid Surgery
Under-eye bags are smoothed by removing or repositioning fat, often through an incision just below the lashes or on the inside of the lid, with excess skin tightened as needed.
Recovery & Follow-Up
The procedure is done as an outpatient, usually with local anesthesia. Expect swelling and bruising for about 7 to 10 days; most patients return to normal activities within about two weeks. Dr. Ozerov sees you after surgery to check your healing.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Common questions about blepharoplasty.
These are the questions patients ask most often before eyelid surgery.
Am I a good candidate for blepharoplasty?
Is eyelid surgery cosmetic or medical?
Does it hurt?
What is recovery like?
Will there be scars?
How long do the results last?
Still have questions?
Dr. Inna Ozerov will examine your eyelids and explain whether blepharoplasty is right for you.