Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

NassifMD performs upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty in Beverly Hills to remove excess skin, fat, and drooping tissue that contributes to a tired or aged appearance. Upper eyelid surgery can also restore peripheral vision impaired by pronounced skin overhang. Procedures are performed under general or IV sedation in-office or at an outpatient surgery centre, lasting one to three hours. Patients typically take seven to ten days off work and wear dark glasses during initial healing. Upper eyelid results last five to seven years; lower eyelid corrections are considered near-permanent.

Blepharoplasty at NassifMD in Beverly Hills addresses one of the most impactful facial rejuvenation procedures available to Los Angeles-area patients. The eyes are the focal point of facial expression, and even subtle improvements to eyelid contour can create a dramatically more rested and youthful overall appearance. Upper blepharoplasty targets excess skin that accumulates on the upper lids over time. When the overhang becomes significant, it can obscure eyeliner application, feel physically heavy, and in advanced cases impair the superior visual field — a functional indication that may support insurance coverage discussions. Lower blepharoplasty addresses the bags, hollows, and loose skin beneath the eye that contribute to a fatigued look. The procedure can redistribute or remove herniated fat compartments and tighten the lower lid skin and orbicularis muscle. Dr. Nassif and the NassifMD surgical team offer procedures on the upper lids alone, the lower lids alone, or both simultaneously depending on the patient's anatomy and goals. Surgery is performed under general anaesthesia or intravenous sedation, lasting between one and three hours. Procedures may be conducted at the Beverly Hills office under local anaesthesia for straightforward cases, or at an accredited outpatient surgical centre for more comprehensive work. Post-operatively, patients can expect mild swelling and bruising that resolves within one to two weeks. Most patients return to work within seven to ten days, with sunglasses recommended during the initial healing phase for both sun protection and discreet coverage. Upper eyelid results typically last five to seven years; lower eyelid corrections are generally considered near-permanent. The practice serves patients from Beverly Hills, Bel Air, Brentwood, Santa Monica, West Hollywood, and across greater Los Angeles.