Eyelid Surgery

Newport Beach, CA

Brighter, More Youthful Eyes

Introduction to Eyelid Surgery

The eyes are a focal feature of the face. Over time, our eyes can develop puffy, dark circles and drooping eyelids that convey the appearance of fatigue and a loss of vitality.

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, can eliminate sagging eyelids and puffiness for a dramatically rejuvenated appearance. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Boris Ackerman in Newport Beach, CA, performs the procedure with nuance, artistry, and precision to help you achieve your ideal look.

Dr Ackerman MD performing procedure on patient while wearing surgical mask and protective equipment - Eyelid surgery in Newport Beach, CA

What Is Eyelid Surgery?

The area around the eyes is one of the first places to reveal signs of aging. If you are frustrated by drooping upper lids or puffiness and discoloration in the lower lids, you may be an excellent candidate for eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty. The surgery not only revitalizes your appearance but can also expand your field of vision, restoring peace of mind and quality of life.

With upper eyelid surgery, tiny incisions are made within the fine creases of the upper lids, where scarring is less likely to be conspicuous and well-concealed. Through your incisions, Dr. Ackerman will remove excess fat, tissue, and skin, creating a more inviting, energized facial expression.

Who Are the Best Candidates for Eyelid Surgery?

Ideal candidates for eyelid surgery must be in good health and have realistic expectations about their results. You will also be asked to stop smoking a few weeks before and after your surgery.

Incisions

  • Upper eyelid surgery: Incisions are placed in the natural creases of the lids and are not visible following your recovery.
  • Lower eyelid surgery: Incisions are placed either just below the lower eyelashes or on the inside of the lower eyelid (transconjunctival technique).

What Are the Benefits of Eyelid Surgery?

A Rested Look

Many men and women struggling with significant aging of the eyes may often look tired or angry. This is because the skin and muscles surrounding the eyes become lax, and fat becomes displaced. Eyelid surgery can eliminate dark circles and puffiness around the eyes to create a more rested and relaxed facial appearance.

Increased Range of Vision

The tissues of the upper eyelids can begin to droop and interfere with a person’s eyesight. Eyelid surgery can remove overhanging tissue from the upper eyelids to restore a full field of vision.

Boost in Confidence

Wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging that have developed around the eyes can make a person feel self-conscious about their overall appearance. Eyelid surgery not only improves the appearance of your eyes for an aesthetically pleasing look but can also boost your self-esteem. As in like

Boris M. Ackerman, MD entering office doorway in formal suit carrying documents - Frist step in Newport Beach, CA

How to Begin Your Eyelid Surgery Journey

Each patient experiences different facial aging that should be evaluated before an eyelid surgery plan is developed. During your consultation, Dr. Ackerman will examine the condition of your eyes to determine the best approach for your procedure.

What to Expect on the Day of Eyelid Surgery

Dr. Ackerman believes that any facial enhancement should be dramatic yet natural-looking. Depending on the type of correction required, a combination of techniques may be used to achieve your goal.

During your procedure, excess skin is trimmed from the upper and lower eyelids, and the remaining tissue is repositioned to achieve a more attractive look. Fat may be redistributed under the eyes to achieve a more well-rested appearance.

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Combining Eyelid Surgery With Other Procedures

Eyelid surgery can be performed alongside rhinoplasty or facelift surgery to enhance your overall facial appearance.

Rhinoplasty is performed to correct imperfections in the nasal tip, bridge, and nostrils, enhancing balance, symmetry, and proportion. The surgery can also improve breathing, addressing internal blockages that restrict airflow.

Eyelid Surgery Recovery

Your Guide to Post-Eyelid Surgery

Following your eyelid surgery, swelling and bruising will occur but should subside after a couple of weeks. Be sure to keep your head elevated when resting, and avoid any strenuous activities for at least two weeks. Most patients may return to work between 10 and 14 days after the procedure unless instructed otherwise. You can expect natural, long-lasting results after your eyelid surgery performed by Dr. Ackerman.

How Much Does Eyelid Surgery Cost in Newport Beach, CA?

Pricing for eyelid surgery in Newport Beach and the greater Orange County area can vary, depending on the details of your treatment plan, the specific techniques the doctor selects, and whether your surgery is combined with other aesthetic options, such as a facelift, rhinoplasty, or brow lift. Rest assured, you will receive a personalized quote for services upon the completion of your initial consultation with Dr. Ackerman.

Why Choose Dr. Ackerman?

Dr. Boris Ackerman is an esteemed Board-certified plastic surgeon who uses today’s most innovative and sophisticated techniques to deliver the natural-looking results you desire. He uses endoscopic and laser procedures to maximize your results and leave you looking refreshed and revitalized.

Dr. Ackerman is a published author on deep plane facelift surgery and the inventor of the Ackerman Facelift Retractor. Additionally, he is an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS).

Dr. Ackerman frequently speaks at national and international conferences, presenting his innovative approach to plastic surgery. He has been featured on television and in numerous mainstream publications as well. His practice in Newport Beach includes an on-site state-of-the-art outpatient center that is QUAD-A accredited. This means that it has passed rigorous safety tests and achieved the highest standards of patient care in the industry.

Eyelid Surgery FAQ’S

Patient Reviews

  • ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

    Life changing facelift!

    Dr. Ackerman did a deep plane facelift, a lip lift, and a brow lift on me. I was about to turn 60 and I figured it would be now or never. I have struggled with a thin face and started having substantial sagging and Fillers were beginning to make me look unnatural and pillowy. I am thrilled to be able to say that I couldn’t be happier.

  • ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

    Amazing Experience

    Immediately after seeing 3 other plastic surgeons for consultation, my parents and I knew Dr. Ackerman was the surgeon for us. He has an amazing and trustworthy staff, who we felt very welcomed by. When we met with him so he could give me a consultation for my nose, he was very honest about some of the setbacks that may come with my particular surgery.

  • ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

    Excellent results and experience!

    I couldn’t be happier with my experience with Dr. Boris Ackerman and his team! I came to him for a facelift, eyebrow lift, and a revision rhinoplasty, and from start to finish, everything exceeded my expectations. Dr. Ackerman is not only incredibly skilled and precise, but he also has an artistic eye that made all the difference in my results.

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    Like refreshed versions of themselves

    Dr. Ackerman is an exceptional surgeon. I had reviewed his before-and-after photos beforehand, and it was clear that his patients looked like refreshed versions of themselves—not like entirely different people. That was exactly the outcome I wanted, and it’s exactly what I received.

    – Linda L

  • ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

    That decision exceeded every expectation.

    “I absolutely love Dr Boris Ackerman. I cannot recommend my plastic surgeon highly enough. He performed my original facelift when I was 45, and 20 years later, I trusted him again for an updated procedure—and that decision exceeded every expectation.” Mary R

Schedule Your Consultation

To get started with eyelid surgery in Newport Beach and learn more about how this transformative procedure can revitalize your facial expression, please reach out to our friendly team today to book an initial consultation.

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Boris Ackerman is standing by to answer your questions and create an individualized treatment plan that gets to the root of your issues and delivers a youthful, attractive appearance.