Blepharoplasty

The Ingredients of Droopy Eyelids: Why Blepharoplasty May Not Be the Only Answer

By Dr. Eric Ahn, Oculofacial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon | Awaken Aesthetics, Torrance, CA

“My eyes look droopy.” “My eyelids are hooded.” “I just look tired all the time.”

I hear some version of this in nearly every upper eyelid consultation. The patient has done their research, they’ve already decided they need an upper blepharoplasty — eyelid skin removal — and they want to know the next steps.

Sometimes they’re right. But more often than people expect, the droopy appearance they’re seeing isn’t caused by one thing. It’s caused by several things happening simultaneously, and if you only address one of them, you’ll be disappointed with the result.

This is the most important concept I teach in my practice, and it’s the one I rarely see covered well anywhere online.

The “Ingredients” Approach

I explain this to patients using a cooking analogy. When you taste a dish, you experience the final flavor — but that flavor is made up of individual ingredients. Change one ingredient and the whole dish tastes different.

By |July 20th, 2026|
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Upper vs. Lower Blepharoplasty: Which is Right for Me?

As your delicate eyelid skin ages and loses collagen, your eyes can start to look tired or droopy, and you can start to notice puffiness and undereye bags. Blepharoplasty or an eyelid lift is the most effective way to restore your smooth, rejuvenated eyelids and energized look. What type of blepharoplasty you need depends on the concerns you want to address. 

What is Blepharoplasty or an Eyelid Lift?

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure used to restore a firm, youthful appearance to your eye area. An eyelid lift on the upper lids is called an upper blepharoplasty, while on the lower lids, it is called a lower blepharoplasty. While you can have one or the other, many people have concerns in both areas, including wrinkles, eye bags, and drooping skin that hides your eyes and can even get in the way of your vision.   View More Patient Results

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Upper vs. Lower Blepharoplasty: Which is Right for Me?

During your consultation, your surgeon will review the areas you want to address and which option will best accomplish those goals. 

Upper Blepharoplasty

By |November 10th, 2024|
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How Long Does Blepharoplasty Surgery Take?

Collagen makes up most of your skin’s structure and support, but levels decline as you age. This collagen loss makes the thin skin around your eyes even thinner, leading to concerns like drooping upper eyelids, puffy undereye bags, and wrinkles. Blepharoplasty surgery effectively rejuvenates your eyes, restoring your alert, confident look. 

What is Blepharoplasty Surgery?

Because the eye area is so vulnerable to the effects of aging, wrinkles and drooping can appear here earlier than other parts of your face. Blepharoplasty surgery, often called eyelid surgery or an eyelid lift, is performed on the upper or lower lids to correct signs of aging and give the eyes a brighter, more open appearance. Although it treats a small area, this procedure can refresh your entire face. View More Patient Results

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How Long Does Blepharoplasty Surgery Take?

Upper or lower blepharoplasty surgery is usually performed with light sedation and local anesthesia, keeping you relaxed and comfortable. While each procedure differs in detail, an upper eyelid lift usually takes 30 to 60 minutes, while a lower eyelid lift may […]

By |September 1st, 2024|
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What to Expect After an Eyelid Lift?

If you wake up in the morning and drooping lids or undereye bags make it look like you stayed awake all night, an eyelid lift or blepharoplasty at Awaken Aesthetics can help. This procedure restores bright, alert-looking eyes that boost your confidence and help you look well-rested and ready for the day no matter how much sleep you get. 

What is an Eyelid Lift or Blepharoplasty?

Also widely known as eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty, this procedure can be performed on the upper or lower eyelids to address concerns such as wrinkles, loose skin, and undereye puffiness and bags. With a relatively short recovery time and rejuvenating results, eyelid lifts are popular for men and women. They are performed alone or combined with other procedures, such as a brow lift to correct heavy or sagging brows. View More Patient Results

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How is an Eyelid Lift Performed?

The details of your procedure will depend on whether your surgeon treats the upper lids, lower lids, or both. Incisions are made in the eyelid crease, along the lower lid, or inside the […]

By |April 10th, 2024|
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Benefits of Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

Have you been told you have beautiful eyes? Over time, loose skin and puffiness can hide your eyes and make you look tired. Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty can rejuvenate your eye area and correct signs of aging. As a result, you look youthful and alert with minimal recovery time and long-lasting results. 

What is Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)?

The thin, delicate skin around the eye area moves constantly with every blink and facial expression. Over time, these effects lead to drooping eyelids, undereye bags, and wrinkled skin. Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty or an eyelid lift, is among the most popular types of facial surgery, and it can be performed on the upper lids, lower lids, or both simultaneously. View More Patient Results

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Benefits of Eyelid Surgery

Blepharoplasty can correct many different eye concerns, so people choose this procedure for a variety of reasons. Some of the biggest benefits of an eyelid lift include:

Lifts Drooping Eyelids

Loss of collagen and years of motion can lead to eyelids that droop or sag. Eyelid […]

By |February 15th, 2024|
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What is Asian Blepharoplasty?

Concerns about the eye area are one of the most common reasons Asian Americans seek aesthetic surgery. Asian blepharoplasty is the most commonly performed aesthetic surgery in Asia. It is also the third most common procedure for Asian Americans. In the hands of a skilled surgeon, Asian blepharoplasty lets you look like yourself but with more aesthetically pleasing eyes. 

What is Asian Blepharoplasty?

Asian blepharoplasty is also known as double eyelid surgery. About half of all East Asian individuals have a pronounced eyelid crease. This crease can make the eyes look tired or even obstruct vision. An Asian blepharoplasty creates a supratarsal crease to give the eyes a more open, alert appearance. In the hands of a skilled surgeon, this procedure balances your goals with preserving your ethnic beauty. 

Asian blepharoplasty addresses three ways that Asian eyelids tend to differ from Caucasian ones:

  • Double eyelid (lack of a supratarsal fold)
  • Thicker, heavier-looking eyelids
  • Hooding, especially in the inner corners of the eye

In addition to blepharoplasty, some people choose to have another procedure. These can include

By |November 15th, 2023|
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How Much Does Eyelid Surgery Cost?

Aging around the eyes can lead to looking tired or even sad when your face is at rest. Eyelid surgery can undo signs of aging for a brighter, more alert appearance. When people notice your eyes, make sure they see how youthful and vibrant they look. 

What is Eyelid Surgery or Blepharoplasty?

Eyelid surgery is performed on eyelids to correct signs of aging. It is also called an eyelid lift or blepharoplasty. This procedure tightens loose eyelid skin, removes or repositions fat, and repairs loosened muscles. You may simultaneously have the procedure on your upper and lower eyelids, rejuvenating the entire eye area. 

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How Much Does Eyelid Surgery Cost?

The cost of eyelid surgery varies according to the type of procedure and other factors. An average eyelid lift costs about $4,120. This estimate does not always include expenses such as anesthesia, surgical fees, and medications. A one-on-one consultation is necessary to determine what you can expect to pay.

How Does Eyelid Surgery Work? 

Eyelid surgery is usually performed […]

By |October 20th, 2022|
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Am I a Candidate for a Blepharoplasty?

The eyes are one of the most noticeable features of the face. There is a reason romance novels fixate on their descriptions. As you age, however, you may see your eyes becoming more tired in appearance. 

Sagging skin around the eyes may result from excessive sun exposure, smoking, and overall health, but ultimately age tends to cause it the most. At Awaken Aesthetics, blepharoplasty helps your aging eyes with a fast recovery. View More Patient Results

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What is a Blepharoplasty?

Also known as an eyelid lift, blepharoplasty alleviates signs of aging from drooping eyelids and bulging fat pads on both upper and lower eyelids. Dr. Eric S. Ahn, a board-certified opthalmologist, performs blepharoplasty on upper and lower eyelids. 

Incisions are made inconspicuously. For lower eyelid lifts, Dr. Ahn makes an incision on the inside of the eyelid for a “scarless” operation. Dr. Ahn will remove excess skin and problematic fat to ensure the best results. 

Am I a Candidate for an Eyelid Lift?

If you want to remove unwanted bags or puffiness in the lower eyes or reduce […]

By |July 10th, 2022|
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How Much Does a Blepharoplasty Cost?

If you’re interested in getting a facelift, then it’s safe to say you want to get the best results possible.

After all, you want your facial appearance to match how you feel inside – and you feel as youthful as you did in your twenties!

But while researching a facelift, you may have noticed conflicting information about whether or not an eyelid lift (also known as a blepharoplasty) is included.

For that reason, let’s explore one of the most common questions we get during our facelift consultations: “Is blepharoplasty part of a facelift?” View More Patient Results

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Blepharoplasty Overview

A blepharoplasty, also known as eyelid surgery, targets the upper or lower eyelids when drooping affects the upper lid or bulging affects the lower eyelid. The procedure involves removing excess fat, skin, or muscle tissue and contouring the surrounding area to produce a natural, youthful look.

The overall effect of a blepharoplasty opens the eyes, giving you a youthful, more rested appearance.

On average, an eyelift surgery takes up to two hours to complete if you’re having both the […]

By |July 10th, 2021|
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How Long is Recovery from a Blepharoplasty?

Do you have sagging eyelids that make you look older than you actually are?

Are you constantly being told that you look tired or sad – even when you’re feeling upbeat and well-rested?

If so, it may be time to discover the power of blepharoplasty surgery. This procedure – commonly referred to as an eyelid lift – is a great choice for people who have sagging skin around their upper eyelids (upper blepharoplasty) or large bags underneath their eyes (lower blepharoplasty). 

A blepharoplasty can help erase years off of your appearance, as well as help you appear energetic, focused, and bright-eyed.

Let’s take a closer look at how long your blepharoplasty recovery may last, including how to have a quicker blepharoplasty recovery. View More Patient Results

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How Long Will My Blepharoplasty Recovery Last?

At Awaken Aesthetics, our eyelid lift patients can expect to return to non-physical work about two to three days after surgery.

Most of your swelling and bruising should be gone by week two; any residual bruising can be covered with makeup. Your surgical incisions may […]

By |November 15th, 2020|
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What is the Best Procedure for Drooping Eyelids?

Sick of staring at drooping eyelids every time you look in the bathroom mirror?

Whether you get your eight hours every night or you need coffee running through your veins, it’s no secret that drooping eyelids can make you look overly fatigued and older than your actual years. Plus, for some people, drooping eyelids can be so bad that they actually impede vision(!). 

If you’re currently battling with drooping eyelids, help is on the way. Read on to learn more about the best procedure for drooping eyelids, including how to tell if you’d make a good candidate. View More Patient Results

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Blepharoplasty: The Best Procedure for Drooping Eyelids

Blepharoplasty – also known as an eyelid lift – is a surgical procedure designed to not only correct drooping eyelids, but also minimize signs of aging, like crow’s feet, undereye bags, and more. An eyelid lift can help erase years of aging around your eyes, bringing back the youthful and alert appearance that often disappears to drooping eyelids.

Blepharoplasty works to correct drooping eyelids by readjusting the muscles […]

By |August 11th, 2019|
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How Can I Get Rid of Under-eye Bags?

Do you feel as though your undereye bags are preventing you from looking as young and energetic as you feel?

Undereye bags can definitely communicate to the world that we’re feeling tired, fatigued, and overwhelmed – even when we’re feeling the exact opposite or we’ve achieved plenty of sleep. While undereye bags can be exasperated by lack of sleep, the truth is that these pesky cosmetic issues are often caused by aging, especially when facial fat begins to break down.

So that probably leaves you with this all-important question: “How can I get rid of undereye bags?” Click to view more patient results!

Lower Blepharoplasty for Undereye Bags

In order to learn the difference between Ultherapy and other laser treatments, let’s take a look at what the Ultherapy procedure entails in the first place.

Ultherapy is a skin-tightening treatment that uses laser heat energy to trigger collagen production levels within the dermis. The long-term collagen production helps to keep skin looking smoother and younger. Additionally, Ultherapy helps create an almost-instant skin-tightening effect, which minimizes the appearance of wrinkles while shrinking the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.

Ultherapy is an excellent […]

By |October 22nd, 2018|
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How Long is Recovery Time From an Eyelift?

Are you interested in undergoing an eyelift surgery, but not sure you have the time to devote to recovery?

It’s an understandable concern. After all, some plastic surgery procedures often require a lot of recovery time – and if you have a busy lifestyle, you can’t exactly afford to take weeks off. Between your job, your family, and everything else in between, it’s no exaggeration to say that you don’t have the luxury of free time to devote to recovery.

So with that in mind, how long is recovery time from an eyelift?

Surprisingly, an eyelift (also referred to as a blepharoplasty) doesn’t require a significant amount of recovery time. Actually, you might be pleasantly shocked to learn that you can return to work in as little as 2 to 3 days, depending on your job. Let’s take a closer look at what you can expect from the eyelift recovery process:

  • If you have a non-manual job, you can usually go back to work after a few days of rest. If you have a job that requires manual work, you’ll need to get sign-off from your plastic surgeon before going […]
By |May 26th, 2018|
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Am I a Candidate for Double Eyelid Surgery?

For many women and men of Asian heritage, double eyelid surgery can help achieve a desirable aesthetic, where the eye looks much more awake and brighter. Double eyelid surgery is a procedure that adds a crease to the upper eyelid, thus breaking up a heavy eyelid without sacrificing the beautiful Asian eye aesthetic.

At Awaken Aesthetics in Torrance, CA, board-certified surgeon Dr. Eric Ahn specializes in surgeries for patients who wish to achieve a specific aesthetic while still preserving their Asian appearance. He can help you determine if you’re an ideal candidate for a double eyelid surgery, as well as walk you through what you can expect from the procedure.

Want to know if you’re a candidate for double eyelid surgery? You may be a good fit for this surgery if:

  • You’re a healthy non-smoker over the age of 18
  • You have thick, excess skin on your eyelids
  • You sometimes feel as though your eyelids make you look tired, even when you’re feeling awake and alert
  • Your field of vision has been obstructed by your eyelids
By |February 26th, 2018|
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How Can I Effectively Treat My Undereye Bags?

If you have undereye bags, it may feel like there’s nothing you can do to make yourself look refreshed and rejuvenated. Serums, creams, and even getting a full night’s sleep can do little against the bags that might make you look older than you actually are. Is there anything that will help you get rid of your undereye bags for good?

As it turns out, there are a lot of treatments that can accomplish this goal – and they’re all available at Awaken Aesthetics in Torrance, CA!

 

Whether you’re looking for a non-invasive treatment or a surgical procedure, here’s how Awaken Aesthetics can effectively treat your undereye bags:

  • Lower Blepharoplasty: This surgical procedure is an excellent approach to getting rid of moderate to severe undereye bags. The lower blepharoplasty procedure is performed by making small incisions along the lower eyelid. Once the incisions have been created, the plastic surgeon removes fat pads and rearranges muscles to create a smoother look. The surgery also removes excess skin that might exacerbate the appearance of undereye bags.
  • Facial Fat Grafting: Undereye bags can look worse if other facial areas are losing key volume. Facial fat […]
By |November 30th, 2017|
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Do I Need an Eyebrow Lift or an Eyelid Lift

Are you getting enough sleep, but still feel as though you look tired and fatigued? Are you frustrated by the appearance of sagging skin around your eyes, and want a solution that’s going to help you look more refreshed and rejuvenated?

Then you might be an excellent candidate for an Eyebrow and/or an Eyelid Lift. Both procedures are aimed at correcting sagging skin that comes with the aging process. Both procedures have helped patients look more well-rested and refreshed, as well as turned back the clock on their appearance.

But when it comes down to it, which procedure is right for you – an Eyelid and/or an Eyebrow Lift?

 

Let’s take a look at the differences between the two procedures, as well as how to tell which one you might be a candidate for:

Eyebrow Lift: An Eyebrow Lift is a surgical procedure that’s meant to subtly lift drooping eyebrows. Many patients notice eyebrow drooping once it becomes difficult to apply eyeshadow, as eyelid skin disappears behind the sagging skin. An Eyebrow Lift gently pulls sagging eyebrow naturally taut, which helps correct sagging around the eyes while addressing unconscious forehead use and therefore forehead wrinkles. The goal is to restore the normal position of the eyebrow, not overly […]

By |October 2nd, 2017|
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Do I Need an Upper Blepharoplasty or a Lower Blepharoplasty?

If the eyes are the window to the soul, then they might be telling the world that you need a bit more sleep.  Sagging eyelids, undereye bags, and dark circles can make it look like you’re not getting enough rest, even if you regularly log in eight hours of sleep per night (if so, what’s your secret?).  That’s because the aging process breaks down fat pads around the eyes, creating sagging eyelids and undereye bags.  The eyelid skin is also really thin, making it that much more vulnerable to persistent wrinkles and fine lines.

A blepharoplasty procedure is a surgery designed to address sagging eyelids, undereye bags, fat pads, and significant wrinkles around the eyes.  This surgery is usually broken up into two procedures:  

  1. An upper blepharoplasty; and
  2. A lower blepharoplasty.

The upper blepharoplasty procedure is designed to treat sagging and wrinkles around the upper eyelid, while the lower blepharoplasty focuses on the undereye area. Which blepharoplasty procedure is right for you?

Here’s how to tell if you need an upper blepharoplasty procedure:

  • You have sagging upper eyelids
  • Your eyelids are […]
By |August 18th, 2017|
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Is Recovery From an Eyelid Lift Painful?

An eyelid lift – also referred to as a blepharoplasty – is an excellent surgical procedure that can help patients who suffer from excess bags around the eyes.  The eyelid lift works to correct sagging and drooping upper eyelids while removing fat deposits underneath the lower eyelids.  The end result can help patients look more awake and revitalized, all while minimizing the appearance of sagging, wrinkling, and other aging effects.

While blepharoplasty procedures are pretty common (in fact, it’s one of the most popular surgical procedures in the United States), many patients are still concerned about the recovery process.  Common questions include:

  • How long will it take to recover from blepharoplasty?
  • Is the recovery process painful?
  • When can I expect to see results?

If you’re considering undergoing blepharoplasty and want to know more about the recovery process, here are the answers to the most common questions, stated above.

 

How long will it take to recover from blepharoplasty?

It’s usually recommended that you take 1-2 weeks off from work for the recovery process.  Much of this time off can be attributed to aesthetic concerns; your eyes will be swollen and bruised, so you may not want to be around coworkers during this time.  However, the real recovery length depends […]

By |April 5th, 2017|
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What’s the Difference Between an Upper vs. Lower Eyelid Lift?

Eyelid lift Torrance, CAYou may know that an eyelid lift is one of the best ways to counteract sagging skin, undereye bags, and other common signs of aging. But did you know that there’s an upper eyelid lift and a
lower eyelid lift – and there are key differences between the two?

The best way to compare the differences between an upper eyelid lift and a lower eyelid lift is to take a look at the symptoms they’re designed to treat. Take a look at each description to see which eyelid lift procedure is right for you!

You’ll Want an Upper Eyelid Lift If…

Do you constantly look like you’re tired or half-asleep, even when you’re awake and alert? Then the upper eyelid lift may be right for you!

The best candidates for an upper eyelid lift usually complain of tired and heavy-appearing eyes where excess skin is folding over their creases. This effect creates the appearance that the patient is always tired or fatigued, thus adding years on to their natural appearance.

Another key sign you might need an upper eyelid lift is if you find it hard to put on eye make […]

By |February 8th, 2017|
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An Eyelid Lift Can Awaken Your Eyes

An eyelid lift, or blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure that can substantially improve the appearance of the eyelids, giving them a more youthful appearance.  The surgery can be performed on either the lower or upper lids, or both.

Whether one wishes to improve the heaviness of their eyelid region, or the eyelids are not functioning properly, an eyelid lift can rejuvenate the areas around the eyes.

Eyelid surgery can treat:

  • Sagging or loose skin that disturbs the natural contour of the upper eyelid. (This can sometimes impair vision)
  • Unwanted deposits of fat that cause puffiness in the eyelids
  • Droopy bags under the eyes
  • Lower eyelids that show white below the iris
  • Too much skin and/or fine wrinkles on the lower eyelid area

 

The Best Candidates for Blepharoplasty

The best candidates for eyelid surgery include:

  • Individuals who do not have a serious illness or any type of medical conditions that can stand in the way of healing
  • Individuals with specific goals in mind for eyelid surgery
  • People who have positive outlooks as this influences overall health and healing
  • Those who do not have serious eye conditions
  • Those who are seeking a plastic surgeon in Torrance

One should keep in mind that the eyelids are a facial feature.  When the forehead skin and eyebrows droop, so may […]

By |September 12th, 2016|
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