Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)

Dr. Sherman performs upper and lower eyelid lifts using refined techniques tailored to each patient's anatomy. Lower eyelid procedures are frequently performed via a transconjunctival approach — an incision placed inside the eyelid — eliminating any visible external scar. Canthopexy and lateral resuspension are added when laxity requires support. Laser resurfacing can be combined in the same session for fine surface wrinkling.

Blepharoplasty at Dr. Sherman's Manhattan practice addresses both cosmetic concerns and functional impairment caused by excess skin and fat around the eyes. Upper eyelid surgery removes redundant skin and repositions fat pads that contribute to a heavy, tired appearance and, in advanced cases, can restrict peripheral vision. Lower eyelid procedures target under-eye bags and hollowing through fat repositioning or removal, with or without skin excision. Dr. Sherman frequently uses the transconjunctival technique for lower lids — an approach that leaves no visible external scar and is associated with less postoperative swelling and bruising compared to external incisions. For patients with additional skin laxity on the lower lids, a canthopexy or lateral resuspension procedure can be added to tighten and support the outer corner of the eye. Laser resurfacing may be combined at the same session to address fine surface wrinkling that surgical excision alone cannot correct. All procedures are performed at the Museum Mile Surgical Facility, an AAAASF-accredited in-office operating suite with on-site recovery rooms, under IV sedation with local anesthesia administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist. Sutures are typically removed on day four or five, and most bruising resolves within ten days. Final results appear around two months after surgery as residual swelling clears completely. Financing through PatientFi and CareCredit is available for qualified patients. For out-of-town and international patients, Dr. Sherman's team can coordinate care logistics, and the practice is approximately 30 minutes from LaGuardia Airport. Blepharoplasty in New York City is one of the most frequently requested facial procedures, with the Upper East Side and Museum Mile recognized as a hub for high-caliber cosmetic surgery.