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| Cosmetic Surgery - Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Tuck) |
 Most patients seeking eyelid surgery do so for either excess skin of the upper lids and or fullness of the lower eyelids.
Surgery to remove this tissue, either skin and /or fat from the eyelids is referred to as Blepharoplasty. In some cases this is done under local anesthesia but often requires general anesthesia. Surgery may be covered by insurance if the excess skin comes over the eyelid margin and interferes with peripheral vision. Risks are low.
Patients may resume activities one to two days after surgery, but some sutures are not removed for one week. There may be some temporary black/blue discoloration of the eyelids after surgery. Patients will have to avoid strenuous activities that increase blood pressure for two weeks.
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