Lower Eyelid Surgery
(Lower Blepharoplasty)
In Boise, ID
Youthful, Refreshed Eyes
Price Range: $3,000 – $3,500*
*Includes under eye fat transfer and skin pinch removal, if indicated
Average Procedure Time: 2 hours
Recovery Time: 1 – 2 weeks
Introduction
Lower Blepharoplasty
Bags and reduunder the eyes can add years to your appearance and make you look more tired than you feel. Dr. Alan Gray, a skilled facial plastic surgeon in the Treasure Valley, specializes in lower blepharoplasty, or lower eyelid lift.
This precise procedure reduces signs of aging, rejuvenating your eyes for a refreshed, youthful look. With lower blepharoplasty, you can say goodbye to tired eyes and welcome a brighter, more confident appearance.
What is Lower Blepharoplasty?
Lower blepharoplasty is a cosmetic procedure focused on enhancing the appearance of the lower eyelids. It effectively addresses concerns like under-eye bags, loose skin, deep tear troughs, and fine lines.
Dr. Gray uses advanced methods to remove, contour, or reposition excess fat, tissue, and skin, achieving a rejuvenated and youthful look. Often performed with a scarless approach, Dr. Gray may also incorporate complementary techniques, such as skin pinch removal, fat grafting, or laser skin resurfacing, to further enhance the results.
How is Lower Blepharoplasty performed?
Dr. Alan Gray performs lower blepharoplasty with meticulous precision. He favors a “scarless approach,” in which the incision is a concealed transconjunctival approach (behind the eyelid), or by using a carefully placed incision just below the lash line which heals unnoticeable. Based on the cause of the issue, Dr. Gray adjusts underlying tissues, removes excess fat, with or without extra skin removal, and he typically compliments the procedure with fat grafting to create a balanced, natural result. The procedure typically takes 1.5 to 2 hours to complete.
Patients can expect some initial swelling and bruising, which usually subsides within a week.
The benefits of lower blepharoplasty include:
Enhanced lower eyelid and cheek contour with natural volume replacement
Reduced Puffiness and Bags
Tightened lower eyelid skin
Improved around-the-eye skin quality
How Much Does Lower Blepharoplasty Cost in Boise, ID?
The cost of a Lower Blepharoplasty, or Lower Eyelid Lift in Boise, Idaho by Dr. Gray ranges from $3,000 to $3,500. The price is variable depending on if fat grafting, skin pinch, or laser surfacing is added. Dr. Gray’s pricing includes surgeon fees and all preop and postop care.
The best way to find out how much it will cost for you is to come in for a personalized visit and let Dr. Gray create your surgical plan once an in-depth consultation process is complete. Once a treatment plan is agreed upon, our team will be able to provide a detailed quote detailing the price breakdown for your procedure and offer financing options where appropriate.
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(LOWER BLEPHAROPLASTY) FAQs
Individuals with excess skin on the lower eyelids, or puffiness or bags beneath the eyes, can create an appearance of fatigue or sadness. A blepharoplasty rejuvenates these areas, restoring a more refreshed and youthful look.
Typically, candidates for eyelid surgery fall between their mid 30s to 70s. A person can develop heavy set lower eyelids or large bags at any age. A personalized consultation is vital to assess eligibility, as certain factors may affect whether this procedure is the right choice. It’s important to set realistic goals about the results eyelid surgery can achieve, ensuring an outcome that aligns with your expectations.
For lower blepharoplasty, either IV sedation or general anesthesia is often the preferred method, ensuring a smooth and calm procedure. Each approach is tailored to the patient’s unique needs, ensuring safety and peace of mind throughout the process.
For lower eyelid surgery (lower blepharoplasty), Dr. Gray uses a scarless approach by discreetly placing the incision behind the lower eyelid, allowing him to expertly reduce under-eye bags without leaving external scars.
For patients with excess, crepey lower eyelid skin, Dr. Gray may also recommend a lower eyelid skin pinch technique, which strategically removes excess lower eyelid skin and hides the incision in a subtle crease just below the lash line. When fully healed, these incisions are nearly imperceptible.
The lower eyelid skin pinch is designed to smooth away excess, wrinkled skin beneath the eyes, offering a refined and subtle enhancement. This minimally invasive procedure is often an excellent standalone option for younger patients who haven’t yet developed more pronounced age-related changes. For older individuals, Dr. Gray frequently combines the lower eyelid skin pinch with other transformative procedures, such as facelifts, brow lifts, or the removal of under-eye bags, to achieve a more comprehensive rejuvenation. Whether on its own or in tandem with other techniques, the skin pinch effectively restores a refreshed, youthful appearance.
Dr. Gray believes in complete transparency with procedure pricing. Dr. Gray’s blepharoplasty fee is located on our procedure pricing page.
Lower eyelid surgery is considered cosmetic and insurance does not typically cover this procedure.
Recovery from eyelid surgery is unique for each individual, with healing times varying from person to person. For most, lower eyelid surgery typically requires 10 to 14 days to recover, though it may take longer depending on the specific surgical approach. Remarkably, no dressings are needed post-surgery, and any stitches are usually removed about 5-7 days later. However, true healing continues well beyond the two-week mark, as the incisions will subtly mend for several months.
It is natural to experience some swelling and bruising after the procedure, which will noticeably improve between days 7 and 14, continuing to fade in the following weeks. Around 10 days post-surgery, most patients can start applying makeup to the incision area.