Destin Plastic Surgery
4485 Furling Lane
Destin, FL 32541
Phone: (850) 654-1194
Monday–Thursday: 7 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday 7 a.m.–2 p.m.
Anti Aging Skincare Clinic
4485 Furling Lane
Destin, FL 32541
Phone: (850) 654-8015
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday 7:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Eyelid surgery, technically called blepharoplasty, addresses droopy eyelids, puffy bags, and dark circles by removing excess skin and pockets of fat. Thousands of men and women have chosen eyelid surgery at Destin Plastic Surgery in Florida to get a rested, brighter, and more youthful appearance.
Eyelid Surgery
Before & After Photos
Eyelid Surgery Case #469
Eyelid Surgery Case #470
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
What Is Blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty is an outpatient surgery that rejuvenates the eye area by removing lax skin and fat deposits from the upper, lower, or both sets of eyelids.
Upper Eyelid Surgery
The upper eyelid is an attractive structure that has a beautiful oily sheen and a darker hue than the surrounding skin. When this area begins to appear droopy and puffy, a person appears tired and aged. Removal of the periocular fat of the upper eyelid will improve the “puffiness” and removal of the skin will improve the “droopy” appearance.
Lower Eyelid Surgery
A critical portion of the aging process involves the cheek pad (mid-face). As the cheek pad falls and begins to droop, the lower eyelid takes on an elongated appearance and the lower eyelids take on a puffy, baggy appearance. The lower eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) technique developed by Dr. Burden addresses this. Note the improvement following surgery in the pictures below.
Eyelid Lift vs. Brow Lift
While upper eyelid surgery, also called an eyelid lift, can reduce hooded eyelids, many patients need a brow lift to attain a refreshed appearance. In explaining the concept to patients, we give the following analogy: Think of the eye as a “window,” the upper eyelid as the “curtain,” and the brow as the “curtain rod.” If the “curtain rod” is a quarter or halfway down the window, the curtain begins to puddle at the bottom of the window. You wouldn’t cut off the “curtain.” You would raise the “curtain rod” to the proper position and then tailor in the “curtain” as indicated. This concept of total or structural rejuvenation of the area is appealing to our patients. Elevating the outer brow and correcting the outer upper eyelid hooding restores facial harmony and prevents an operated-on appearance.
Patients with early signs of aging around the eyes may choose BOTOX® Cosmetic injections to provide a subtle brow lift and reduce eyelid hooding. Learn more in this blog post that compares BOTOX to brow lift surgery.
Dr. Burden is a renowned, board-certified plastic surgeon skilled in face, breast, and body procedures. An innovator and educator in aesthetics for over 25 years, Dr. Burden pioneered “No Scar on the Breast” augmentation. His expertise and compassionate presence provide a rewarding treatment experience from the initial consultation to the final results.
Meet Dr. Burden
Why Choose Dr. Burden for Eyelid Surgery
Dr. William Burden is a pioneer in minimally invasive facial surgery, having performed the University of Florida’s first endoscopic brow lift in 1994. He later performed Northwest Florida’s first endoscopic brow lift in 1995 in Fort Walton Beach. Since then, Dr. Burden has continued to advance facial surgery through a combination of clinical experience, technical innovation, and academic contribution, including:
- Performing thousands of facial procedures
- Developing advanced techniques of lower eyelid and facial surgery
- Writing papers on facial surgery
- Co-authoring articles on rejuvenating the area around the eyes
What Is the Best Non-Surgical Way To Lift Eyelids?
Non-surgical treatments such as BOTOX and injectable fillers, including Restylane® and JUVÉDERM® Injectable Gel, can help in the early stages of the aging process. Men often prefer BOTOX injections because the results are subtler than surgery. Although these treatments are not permanent, crow’s feet, furrows, and dark circles can be softened and often eliminated with injectables.
Destin Plastic Surgery has been a national leader in non-surgical facial treatments since 1998. We are a Diamond rated office for BOTOX and JUVÉDERM, as well as a training facility for Allergan, the makers of BOTOX. There is no other facility in the region with comparable experience.
Recovery After Eyelid Surgery
Eyelid surgery recovery takes about 10 to 14 days; patients typically are ready to resume normal activities and exercise in about 4 to 6 weeks. Postoperative pain fades quickly, requiring over-the-counter pain medication or a short-term course of narcotic pain pills.
Eyelid Recovery Timeline
- 1 to 2 days: Apply ice packs as directed after eyelid surgery to minimize swelling and bruising.
- 7 to 10 days: Keep head elevated at all times.
- 7 to 14 days: Return to work and non-strenuous activities.
- 10 to 14 days: Swelling subsides. Safe to wear makeup once cleared by your doctor.
- 4 to 6 weeks: Resume normal exercise.
- 6+ months: Achieve final results.
Next Steps
For more information about eyelid surgery, request a consultation online to meet with Dr. Burden or call our office at (850) 654-1194. We provide first-class services for patients choosing eyelid surgery from Panama City, Pensacola, Fort Walton Beach, Tallahassee, Dothan, Atlanta, and Birmingham. Many people travel from Europe, South America and Asia to Destin to seek out Dr. Burden’s services.
Tracing facial plastic surgery's history from nip-and-tuck techniques to advanced approaches using fiber optics and tiny incisions, Dr. Burden provides a must-have guide for anyone considering facial cosmetic surgery. The conversational Q&A format presents valuable information in a way that's easy to understand.
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