Lower Eyelid Surgery in Philadelphia

Name: Lower Eyelid Surgery
Brand: Bloom Facial Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery
Rating: 4.9 (671 reviews)

Lower eyelid surgery is mainly used to improve the appearance of under-eye bags and fat bulges that give the face an exhausted, sad, or angry appearance. When performed by a skilled facial plastic surgeon, such as Dr. Bloom and Dr. Shtraks, lower eyelid surgery can deliver many benefits.

Our Approach to Lower Eyelid Surgery

Dr. Bloom and Dr. Shtraks ensure that their patients’ results from lower eyelid surgery will look completely natural by making the incision through the lower eyelid or supporting it with a muscle suspension. Doing this prevents a pulled or unnatural result.

Their physical evaluation of you is also very important, as this will allow them to determine your skin, eyelid, and muscle laxity; skin excess; fat pseudoherniation; and periorbital or infra-orbital hollowing or volume loss.

What Lower Eyelid Surgery Does

Improves loose skin, excess fat, and wrinkles of the lower eye area
Corrects wrinkled eyelid skin
Lightens dark circles under the eyes
Removes extra lower eyelid skin
Decreases bulging fat pockets under the eyes
Corrects asymmetry of the lower eyelids

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What Happens During Lower Eyelid Surgery?

Lower eyelid surgery is performed with the patient under local anesthesia, perhaps with sedation. Dr. Bloom's and Dr. Shtraks' most common approach is a transconjunctival lower eyelid surgery, in which they will go through the lower eyelid to conservatively remove the eyelid fat, take a skin pinch to tighten the lower eyelid skin, and finally perform periorbital fat grafting to fill in any hollowing or volume loss. This minimally invasive approach is very natural-looking and produces remarkable results.

The procedure takes about one hour to complete. Dr. Bloom and Dr. Shtraks frequently perform structural fat grafting in the periorbital and mid-face/cheek areas, along with lower eyelid surgery. This helps fill some of the periorbital volume loss and hollowing associated with aging and effectively fills the lid-cheek junction, thereby providing natural volume to the mid-face and periorbital areas.

Recovery

The recovery time for lower eyelid surgery will depend on if periorbital fat grafting was performed along with the procedure. Swelling and bruising can last for around two weeks, but the majority of patients are ready to go out into public with some makeup at this time.

Why Choose Bloom Facial Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery?

Not only is eyelid surgery one of Dr. Jason Bloom's and Dr. Julie Shtraks' main services at Bloom Facial Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery, but it can also be the most rejuvenating treatment for the entire face. Dr. Bloom is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon, assistant professor at Penn and Temple, and a consultant, author, teacher, and trainer within the industry. Dr. Shtraks is a Beverly Hills-trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who completed her fellowship with world-renowned surgeons and brings specialized expertise in eyelid surgery and facial rejuvenation. Together at Bloom Facial Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery, they offer a comprehensive facial rejuvenation experience built on excellence, safety, and natural-looking results.

Frequently Asked Questions Lower Eyelid Surgery

How much does a lower eyelid lift cost?

Lower eyelid surgery ranges from $9000-$13,000 with Dr. Bloom and $6000-$8000 with Dr. Shtraks depending on the approach and associated procedures.

How is lower eyelid surgery performed, and will it leave a visible scar?

Dr. Bloom most commonly uses a transconjunctival approach, making the incision through the inside of the lower eyelid rather than on the skin's surface. This minimally invasive technique removes excess fat, tightens the lower eyelid skin, and allows for periorbital fat grafting — all while keeping any scarring hidden and producing a completely natural-looking result.

What is the recovery time for lower eyelid surgery?

Most patients experience swelling and bruising for approximately two weeks. By that point, the majority of patients feel comfortable going out in public with the help of makeup. Recovery time can vary slightly depending on whether periorbital fat grafting was performed alongside the procedure.

Can lower eyelid surgery be combined with other procedures?

Yes — Dr. Bloom frequently combines lower eyelid surgery with structural fat grafting in the periorbital and mid-face areas. This addresses not just under-eye bags but also the volume loss and hollowing that contribute to an aged or tired appearance, resulting in a more comprehensive and natural-looking rejuvenation.