Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
Blepharoplasty Eyelid Surgeon in Princeton, NJ
Princeton Rejuvenation Institute offers expert blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) in Princeton NJ, performed by top-rated board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jamie R. Wisser MD FACS. Eyelid surgery removes excess fat, skin, and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids — restoring a more rested, alert, and youthful eye appearance. Often combined with facelift surgery and brow lift for comprehensive facial rejuvenation, or performed as a standalone procedure for patients whose primary concerns are limited to the eyelids. Explore all facial procedures.
What Can Blepharoplasty Correct?
Blepharoplasty corrects a broad range of eyelid concerns: loose, sagging, or heavy upper eyelids that make patients look tired or older; puffy fat deposits creating upper eyelid fullness; under-eye bags and puffiness from prolapsed lower eyelid fat; drooping lower eyelids exposing the white below the iris; excess lower eyelid skin causing a crepey or wrinkled appearance; and fine lower eyelid wrinkles. For concerns blepharoplasty cannot address — brow drooping, crow's feet — it is combined with brow lift surgery or expert injection treatments.
Can Blepharoplasty Improve Vision?
Yes — in cases of severe upper eyelid ptosis (drooping), excess eyelid skin can hang over the pupil and obstruct the visual field. When blepharoplasty is performed to correct a documented visual field obstruction, it may be covered by medical insurance as a functional procedure. Dr. Wisser's team can assist in documenting functional upper eyelid impairment for insurance purposes.
Who Is a Candidate for Eyelid Surgery?
The best candidates are generally healthy, ideally non-smoking individuals without serious eye conditions such as chronic dry eye syndrome, narrow-angle glaucoma, or detached retina. Both men and women seeking rejuvenation of the upper and lower eyelids are eligible. Patients with thyroid conditions affecting the eyes should discuss these with Dr. Wisser prior to surgery, as they may affect candidacy.
How Is Blepharoplasty Performed?
Eyelid surgery is performed under local anesthesia with IV sedation. Upper eyelid incisions are placed precisely within the natural eyelid crease — scars are virtually invisible once healed. Lower eyelid surgery may use an external incision (subciliary) just beneath the lashes, or a transconjunctival approach (hidden entirely inside the lower eyelid) when no skin removal is required. The procedure takes one to two hours when performed alone. It is frequently combined with facelift surgery or brow lift.
What Is Blepharoplasty Recovery Like?
Bruising, swelling, and a sensation of eyelid tightness resolve within two to four weeks. Lubricating eye drops are used to minimize dryness during healing. Contact lenses are avoided for two weeks. Most patients feel comfortable in social situations and return to work in approximately ten to fourteen days. Final, most refined results become fully apparent at three to six months post-operatively.
Schedule Your Blepharoplasty Consultation in Princeton NJ
Princeton Rejuvenation Institute is the top-rated #1 eyelid surgery practice in Princeton NJ, serving East Windsor NJ, Cranbury NJ, and patients from NY. Schedule your consultation or call (609) 448-4000.
