Since the skin of the upper eyelid is the thinnest skin of the entire body, it is one of the first areas to stretch out. This can make you look tired or worn out. This procedure removes the excess skin and fat pads above your eyelid creases.
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Upper eyelid lift
The eyelid lift we offer in Dallas at Fresh Image Center (also known as blepharoplasty) procedure removes the skin above your eyelid creases. We remove a pinch of excess skin above the eyelids along with any excess protruding fat pads.
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The eyes are the windows to the soul. We notice the eyes first in others. The upper blepharoplasty procedure is one of the most important first impressions we have.
how it works
Consultation & Recommendations
Dr. Standefer will meet with you in a consultation and make a recommendation after examining you and hearing about your concerns. We will go over all the options for your upper eyelid lift in Dallas and decide on a surgery date that fits your schedule.
details
What it treats.
Hooded Eyelids
Excess Skin
Excess Fat Pads
Downtime.
Is downtime required?
Yes. You will feel fine after two or three days. We remove sutures after 1 week. Patients may experience some persistent swelling and bruising, but this can easily be camouflaged.
Procedure time.
30 minutes
Recovery.
How long does it take to recover an upper eyelid lift?
Full recovery takes 10 to 14 days.
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About Fresh Image
Fresh Image Cosmetic Surgery Center is a premier cosmetic surgery center and med spa located in Dallas, Texas.
Expert facial cosmetic surgeon Dr. John Standefer, and our team, including a nurse practitioner, registered nurses, surgical techs, laser experts, and consultants, all work with you every step of the way to ensure that you get the best results.
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With over 30 years of experience and more than 8,000 successful facial cosmetic surgeries, Dr. Standefer and his team are dedicated to providing the best face and neck care for women and men. At Fresh Image, we give every individual a consultation and evaluation based on his or her specific needs and desires. We create custom treatment plans and give patients thorough explanations and instructions regarding their procedures, and offer a caring follow-up plan. Dr. Standefer performs all of his surgical procedures using local anesthesia, which is safer, more affordable, and allows for a quicker recovery.