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Blepharoplasty San Francisco | Eyelid Surgery
Dr. David Sieber, a leading San Francisco Plastic Surgeon, specializes in blepharoplasty in San Francisco
Aging often manifests first around the eyes, with concerns like dark circles, sagging skin, or eyelid bags, imparting a tired or sad appearance. Yet, upper eyelid aesthetic issues aren’t solely age-related; they can be hereditary in certain patients.
Meet Dr. David Sieber – Eyelid Surgeon San Francisco
Dr. Sieber, who is double board-certified in plastic and reconstructive surgery, graduated from Loyola University-Stritch School of Medicine and completed a five-year residency in general surgery at Loyola University Medical Center before pursuing further training.
Dr. Sieber went on to become certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has done thousands of Cosmetic surgeries over the last 9 years of practice.
What is Blepharoplasty?
An eyelid lift, also known as blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that aims to improve the appearance of the eyelids. It involves removing excess skin, fat, and muscle from the eyelids to create a more youthful and refreshed look. The procedure can be performed on the upper eyelid skin, lower eyelid skin, or both, depending on the patient’s needs and goals.
During your initial consultation, Dr. Sieber will listen to your goals and evaluate your upper eyelid and lower eyelid, pointing out any differences he notices and together, you will decide on the treatment plan that best delivers your desired outcome.*
An upper eyelid surgery and/or lower eyelid blepharoplasty is often performed in conjunction with other facial rejuvenation procedures such as a facelift, brow lift, or neck lift.
Upper Eyelid Video
Eyelid Surgery Technique
An eyelid surgery targeting your upper eyelids can be performed either in the office under local anesthesia or in the operating room under general anesthesia if it’s performed as part of another cosmetic procedure such as a facelift or chin liposuction. Dr. Sieber will discuss all of these options with you in detail during your initial consultation. During your upper blepharoplasty procedure, he will remove a section of skin from your upper eyelids as well as any excess fat.
The incision line will be placed within the crease of your eye so that any scar will be hidden.* Your incisions will be closed with sutures that will need to be removed in the office about 5-7 days following surgery.
For your lower blepharoplasty, Dr. Sieber will make an incision underneath your lower eyelash line through which he will remove and reposition the fat in your lower eye to create a smooth transition from your eye to your cheek.* Any excess skin is then excised and the incisions are closed using a dissolvable suture.
Preparing for Eyelid Surgery
As with any major surgery, all medications and supplements which cause an increased risk of bleeding should be stopped 2 weeks prior to your cosmetic eyelid surgery.
Please see our list of medications and supplements to avoid. As always, make sure to check with your doctor before stopping any medications.
Blepharoplasty Results
After blepharoplasty, individuals often report increased self-confidence and a rejuvenated appearance. While results may be long-lasting for some, others may experience recurrence of droopy eyelids.
Blepharoplasty Recovery
Immediately after your upper blepharoplasty surgery, you can expect some swelling and mild bruising, but this will resolve in a couple of days. The sutures will be removed in Dr. Sieber’s office 5-7 days after your procedure although it may take up to 6 months for your final results.
Recovering from a lower blepharoplasty aimed at targeting the lower eyelid is slightly more involved. With the lower eyelid there is typically more bruising and swelling which may last for up to a week. If performed as part of facial rejuvenation surgery, this is usually the procedure which requires the most care and downtime. It is very important to follow Dr. Sieber’s post-operative instructions to ensure that you heal in a safe, expeditious manner.
Blepharoplasty Cost San Francisco
The cost of blepharoplasty depends largely on the extent of the procedure required. Your anatomy, condition, and goals influence this. Surgeons may suggest three variations of the surgery based on these factors. Eyelid surgery procedures start at $10,000.
Eyelid Surgery FAQ
Can you fix botched upper eyelid surgery?
Correcting botched eyelid surgery varies based on the issue. Revision surgery may be needed for full correction, while alternatives like dermal fillers or Botox injections are considered in certain cases.
Is eyelid surgery covered by insurance?
Eyelid surgery may be covered by medical insurance if deemed medically necessary, typically due to impaired vision caused by excess upper eyelid skin. This condition can pose risks during activities like driving, reading, and using electronic devices.
How to qualify for eyelid surgery?
Consider eyelid lift surgery if you have drooping or sagging eyelid skin affecting vision, puffiness, lower eyelid bags, or dark circles, or signs of aging in the eyes. Drooping of the upper eyelid or lower eyelid can occur at any age.
Can I achieve the same results as a lower blepharoplasty with fillers and lasers?
Fillers are only temporary. There are also limitations as to what’s achievable with fillers alone. Dr. Sieber does perform filler injections for hallows in the tear trough area. During your initial consultation, he will discuss whether or not this would be the right option to treat your issues.
I see some people who have hollow looking eyes after surgery. Will I look like this too?
Removing large amounts of fat around the eyes was something which was performed many years ago. That is not how Dr. Sieber works. His goal with any blepharoplasty is to only remove excess fat around the eyes and preserve any other fat deposits so that you retain youthful, but natural-looking eyes.*
How common is Asian eyelid surgery?
While Asian Americans represent 6% of cosmetic surgery patients, double eyelid surgery is highly sought-after in Asia, ranking third after rhinoplasty and breast augmentation.
What is the best procedure for droopy eyelids?
Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, enhances the upper eyelid, lower eyelid, or both eyelids to enhance appearance and vision obscured by drooping.
*Disclaimer: Results may vary from person to person. Editorial content, before and after images, and patient testimonials do not constitute a guarantee of specific results.
Book Your Blepharoplasty Consultation
To learn more about eyelid surgery, book a consultation. Dr. Sieber will attentively assess your concerns and devise a tailored treatment plan.
Contact our San Francisco office at 415-915-9000 or request an appointment online.
