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Blepharoplasty McLean, VA
Serving patients in McLean, Great Falls, Tysons, Arlington, and throughout Northern Virginia
Trust. Experience. Results.
Serving patients in McLean, Great Falls, Tysons, Arlington, and throughout Northern Virginia
See Yourself Refreshed
The skin around the eyes is thin and delicate, so this area often shows signs of aging sooner than other parts of the face. Upper eyelids may begin to fold or feel heavy, while puffiness or bags beneath the eyes can create a tired appearance even when you feel well rested. Blepharoplasty can address these concerns with carefully planned changes to the skin and underlying tissues.
At Austin-Weston, every eyelid surgery begins with a detailed consultation at our Reston surgical center. We welcome patients from McLean and across Northern Virginia who want to look brighter and more rested while preserving the features that make them recognizable. Your surgeon will evaluate your eyelid anatomy and develop an approach intended to create a balanced, natural-looking result.
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A Brighter Point of View
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a facial procedure performed for adults who want to improve visible aging around the eyes. Depending on your anatomy and concerns, surgery may involve the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. The procedure can refine excess skin, protruding fat, and, when appropriate, underlying muscle to create a smoother, more rested appearance.
Refine Your Eyes
Blepharoplasty is highly individualized because aging does not affect every eyelid in the same way. Surgery may include conservative removal of loose skin, repositioning or removal of prominent fat, and selective adjustment of the muscle beneath the skin. The exact combination depends on whether your concerns involve the upper lids, lower lids, or both.
Incisions are placed where they can remain discreet: within the natural upper-eyelid crease, just below the lower lashes, or inside the lower eyelid. Through these carefully chosen incisions, your surgeon can repair the signs of aging without changing the character of your eyes.
Upper eyelid surgery can reduce skin that creates a heavy or hooded appearance. Lower blepharoplasty can soften under-eye bags and improve puffiness beneath the eyes. Together, these changes may help the face look more alert and refreshed while maintaining natural expression.
Blepharoplasty may be performed on its own or paired with another facial procedure, such as a facelift or brow lift, when changes extend beyond the eyelids. Your surgeon will recommend an approach based on your anatomy and the degree of correction you want.
Designed Around You
Our plastic surgeons serving McLean understand that small changes around the eyes can influence the entire face. During your consultation, your surgeon will examine the upper and lower lids, listen to what concerns you, and discuss the result you hope to achieve.
You will receive a surgical plan based on your eyelid anatomy, medical history, and aesthetic priorities. The consultation also gives you time to understand the recommended technique, incision placement, recovery, and expected result before deciding whether surgery is right for you. Austin-Weston’s goal is a refreshed appearance that still looks like you.
Precise Changes, Discreet Incisions
Before surgery, your Austin-Weston plastic surgeon will review your goals and walk you through the plan created for your eyelids.
For upper blepharoplasty, the incision is generally placed within the natural eyelid crease. A lower-eyelid incision may be positioned just beneath the lash line or inside the eyelid. Through these incisions, your surgeon can strategically remove excess skin, adjust fat deposits, refine muscle when needed, and smooth fine lines and wrinkles. Blepharoplasty is typically performed as an outpatient procedure, allowing most patients to return home the same day.
Give Your Eyes Time to Heal
Cold compresses and keeping your head elevated can help manage swelling during the early stages of recovery. Bruising, tightness, and temporary swelling are common, especially during the first several days. Many patients feel ready to return to work in about a week, although the timing depends on how they heal and the nature of their work. Strenuous exercise generally remains limited for several weeks.
Your surgeon will provide instructions tailored to your procedure and monitor your progress during follow-up visits. The eyelid area continues to settle as swelling resolves, with the result becoming more defined over the following weeks and months. Full refinement may take approximately three to six months.
A Lasting, Well-Rested Look
Eyelid surgery results can last for many years, although the face and skin will continue to age naturally. Longevity varies with factors such as skin quality, genetics, sun exposure, smoking, and whether surgery addressed the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both. Consistent sun protection and avoiding tobacco can help protect the skin and support the result over time.
In some cases, yes. Removing excess upper-eyelid skin may improve the field of vision when that skin hangs low enough to obstruct sight. True eyelid ptosis can have a different anatomical cause and may require a separate or combined repair. Your surgeon will examine the eyelids to determine which treatment is appropriate for the functional and cosmetic concerns involved.
No procedure is right for every patient. Blepharoplasty may be appropriate for adults in good overall health who have realistic expectations and concerns that eyelid surgery can reasonably address. Your surgeon will consider your medical history, existing eye conditions, eyelid anatomy, and desired result before recommending surgery.
Blepharoplasty incisions are positioned to make the resulting scars as inconspicuous as possible. Upper-eyelid incisions usually follow the natural crease, while lower-eyelid incisions may sit inside the lid or just beneath the lashes. Scars are often noticeable early in healing but generally soften and fade with time and proper care.
Good candidates for blepharoplasty may:
| Recovery Time | 1–4 Weeks |
|---|---|
| Upper Eyelid Surgery Starting Cost | From: $5,650 |
| Lower Eyelid Surgery Starting Cost | From: $6,700 |
Our five, board-certified plastic surgeons have over 100 years of combined experience & work together in our dedicated, luxurious center providing combined knowledge on all procedures. Schedule your consultation today to learn how our surgeons can guide you on your journey to aesthetic harmony.
