Addressing signs of aging around the eyes requires expertise and a refined approach. Even minor adjustments can lead to drastic changes in appearance, requiring a keen eye for aesthetics and facial harmony. As a board-certified oculoplastic surgeon, Dr. Mahsa Sohrab incorporates these qualities into the foundation of every blepharoplasty procedure. As a leader in eyelid surgery in Darien, she creates tailored procedure plans for natural-looking, dynamic results.
Sagging or heavy-appearing upper eyelids can obscure the eye and lead to a disinterested appearance. Upper blepharoplasty removes excess skin and tightens the tissues to create a more expressive, alert, and youthful appearance to the eyes.
The lower eyelid area is notorious for lending patients a tired look when it loses volume or has fat deposits. Concerns like dark circles, bags, and thinning skin can all be improved with lower blepharoplasty.
Signs of aging are rarely limited to one area around the eyes. Quad eyelid gives patients the opportunity to address multiple concerns in a single procedure with both upper and lower eyelid surgery. Dr. Sohrab designs quad procedures with particular care to ensure the appearance of the upper and lower eyelids complement each other.
Blepharoplasty results can be a rejuvenating experience for patients. If you have been struggling with a tired or aged appearance that is at odds with your self-image, then eyelid surgery is likely right for you. Dr. Mahsa Sohrab consults personally with each patient to explore treatment options and learn about your expectations. Based on your discussion and the goals you outline, she can build you a personalized treatment plan for a fully renewed appearance.
Every procedure Dr. Sohrab performs is fully tailored and adapted to bring out the precise results you want to see. While this means each procedure will vary, a typical experience will look like:
We start with either local or general anesthesia, depending on your situation. In either case, you can expect to experience no pain from start to finish.
Dr. Sohrab creates tiny incisions hidden in the eyelid’s natural creases to avoid visible scarring. Using these incisions she will remove excess skin, remove or redistribute fat deposits, and tighten existing tissues.
Patients can expect about 1 to 2 hours for their procedure, depending on complexity. Quad eyelid surgery is between 2 to 4 hours. Dr. Sohrab will outline what your procedure will look like ahead of time so you can plan accordingly.
After surgery, you can spend some time resting in a comfortable recovery room. When you feel ready, you can return home with someone driving you.
Eyelid surgery recovery is typically mild, but it still requires rest and aftercare. You can return home on the same day as your surgery, allowing you to rest and recover from the comfort of your home from day one. Each patient’s healing process can vary slightly, but usually it involves:
Eyelid surgery results can be split into two stages: initial results and final results. For best results, it is important to follow all your post-procedure aftercare and then avoid lifestyle factors that can age the eyelids (e.g., excess sun exposure, smoking, rubbing your eyes).
You can begin to start enjoying your renewed appearance within about 2 weeks once most of your swelling and bruising have faded. At this point, your appearance will already look younger and refreshed.
Your eyelid tissues will continue to settle over the next few months as residual swelling resolves. You likely will not notice this swelling, but it can still slightly alter how your results look. Once it fades, you will see your final results.
Duration can vary, but Dr. Sohrab designs each procedure to provide maximum longevity of results. Upper blepharoplasty improvements last an average of 5 to 7 years, while lower blepharoplasty results are usually longer (10+ years for most patients).
Blepharoplasty is about more than eliminating signs of aging, it is about bringing out the best in your natural features. Start by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Sohrab for eyelid surgery in Darien to take the first step in seeing an appearance you will love for years.
