What is the Cost of Eyelid Surgery?

The cost of blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) can vary from surgeon to surgeon and depends on the complexity of the eyes and whether upper, lower or both eyelids are done. The average surgeon’s cost for upper eyelid surgery or lower eyelid surgery depends on the complexity of the case. Location may also be a consideration in the cost of an eyelid surgery. Dr. Etai Funk performs blepharoplasty surgeries and other facial plastic surgeries in Houston, TX.

How Long Does Eyelid Surgery Last?

Eyelid surgery does not stop the aging process. Your skin will continue to lose elasticity and become more lax over time. Eyelid surgery should last between 5-10 years. However, at this time, your eyes will still look better than they did prior to your surgery. You will just start noticing some of the signs of aging again.

Should I do both upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid surgery for bags?

When visiting our Houston office for eyelid surgery consultation, you will meet with Dr. Funk to discuss your concerns regarding your eyelids. Whether you are considering upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery for bags, or both, Dr. Funk will concentrate on the areas you want to focus on improving. Dr. Funk will then examine your eyelids and assess the best treatment option for them. Photographs will be taken and you and Dr. Funk will sit in his office reviewing these photographs and making digital changes to provide an approximation of what blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery may look like for you.

Should I do both upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid surgery for bags?

Many of my Houston eyelid surgery patients who come in for lower eyelid surgery for lower eyelid bags question whether to have upper eyelid surgery at the same time. Upper blepharoplasty is performed to remove excess skin of the upper eyelid which can lead to hooding, a tired appearance, and less open eye appearance. Although there is benefit to having one anesthetic exposure and one recovery, there is no perfect answer here. The question is how much do your upper or lower eyelids bother you and whether you are a good candidate for one or both.

What is upper eyelid surgery?

Upper eyelid surgery is a blepharoplasty procedure often used to help with the excess skin you may have to your upper eyelids, also known as "hooding."

Houston Lower Eyelid Surgery

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The goal of lower blepharoplasty or under-eye bag surgery is to improve the tired or puffy appearance of the area beneath the eye. Dr. Etai Funk is a Double Board Certified facial plastic surgeon in Houston, TX and performs both lower and upper eyelid surgeries to create a more rested, refreshed, and youthful appearance. With a lower eyelid lift, patients can expect tightening og the lower eyelid skin to remove the crepe, thin, and wrinkled appearance in this area.

The "bags under the eyes" are due to the fat that has started to push on a weakened wall of connective tissue that holds the fat back. Lower blepharoplasty addresses this fat through an incision just below the lower lid or from the inside through the pink (conjunctiva) portion of the eye. If necessary, fat can be repositioned to fill the tear trough area and improve the dark circles under the eyes. Dr. Funk typically would remove the excess fat and trim some of the excess skin with lower eyelid surgery.

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Eyelid Lifts for Puffiness & Aging

Many patients complain of puffiness under the eyes or a heavy appearance of their eyelids. Patients may complain of tired-looking eyes. One of the first areas where a person begins to notice the signs of aging is surrounding the eyes. It is typically the first area a person will inspect when looking in the mirror, and the eyes are where our attention is directed during a patient-doctor consultation. It is important to address the upper and lower eyelids separately when discussing eyelid rejuvenation surgery.

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Common Lower Blepharoplasty Questions

What is lower blepharoplasty with fat repositioning?

When patients have significant bags under the eyes due to periorbital fat, this can also create the dark circles under the eyes from the shadowing of the fat. In order to prevent a hollowing effect from simply removing the pseudoherniated fat, Dr. Funk will frequently reposition this fat into the tear trough where the dark circles are formed. This will avoid the hollowing effect and allow for a better transition between the lower eyelid and the cheek.

Is lower eyelid surgery painful?

Many of my Houston eyelid surgery patients question the pain associated with eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty. Upper eyelid surgery is a pretty straightforward procedure requiring minimal downtime and is not a painful procedure at all. Lower eyelid surgery or lower eyelid bags surgery requires a little more downtime, approximately 8-10 days, but also is not a painful procedure. I tell my Houston blepharoplasty patients that eyelid surgery is not painful but patients can expect itchy eyes and slight irritation but not necessarily pain.

Will my lower eyelid shape change after eyelid surgery?

Sometimes, the lower eyelid may need to be tightened if you already have a saggy or droopy lower eyelid. You can expect your eyelid to look more refreshed, youthful, & less tired.

How much does lower eyelid surgery cost?

Lower blepharoplasty is a more involved surgery and requires a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon. Procedures that can increase cost include:

Lax lower eyelids that may require canthopexy or canthoplasty in addition to eyelid surgery.
A transconjunctival versus a skin flap approach with the surgery.
Fat repositioning rather than simple fat removal.

Can Dr. Funk improve the bags under my eyes?

The goal in lower blepharoplasty or under eye bag surgery is to improve that tired or puffy appearance to area beneath the eye. With a lower eyelid lift, you can also tighten the lower eyelid skin to remove the crepe, thin, and wrinkled appearance in this area. The "bags under the eyes" are due to fat that has started to push on a weakened wall of connective tissue that holds the fat back. Lower blepharoplasty addresses this fat through an incision just below the lower lid or from the inside through the pink (conjunctiva) portion of the eye. If necessary, fat can be repositioned to fill the tear trough area and improve the dark circles under the eyes. Dr. Funk typically would remove the excess fat and trim some of the excess skin with lower eyelid surgery to create a more rested, refreshed, and youthful appearance.

Is Eyelid Surgery common for men?

Eyelid surgery is a common procedure for men with significant hooding of skin over the eyes and/or bags under the eyes. This provides a more youthful and refreshed appearance to a man as is evident in the before and after photos after upper eyelid surgery of the man below.

How long is recovery from lower blepharoplasty?

There is typically a mild amount of bruising with an eyelid surgery. Blepharoplasty patients recover around 1 to 2 weeks after their surgery and can return to work and social activities.

Eyelid Before & After Photos

Dr. Funk performed lower blepharoplasty in Houston to improve this patient's lower eyelid bags and create a more refreshed and rested appearance.
Dr. Funk performed lower blepharoplasty in Houston to improve this patient's lower eyelid bags and create a more refreshed and rested appearance.
Lower eyelid surgery was performed by Dr. Funk in Houston for this patient who previously had filler placed in her lower eyelids. Lower blepharoplasty provides a more permanent solution to lower eyelid bags.
Lower eyelid surgery was performed by Dr. Funk in Houston for this patient who previously had filler placed in her lower eyelids. Lower blepharoplasty provides a more permanent solution to lower eyelid bags.
Lower blepharoplasty was performed in Houston on this patient to create a more rested and refreshed appearance. Chin liposuction was also performed.
Lower eyelid surgery for bags under the eyes was performed in Houston by Dr. Funk. Rhinoplasty was also performed.
Dr. Funk performed lower eyelid surgery in Houston for this patient with lower eyelid bags. Periocular laser was also performed to help treat her lower eyelid wrinkles.
Dr. Funk performed lower eyelid surgery in Houston for this patient with lower eyelid bags. Periocular laser was also performed to help treat her lower eyelid wrinkles.
This patient had lower eyelid surgery in Houston with Dr. Funk for lower eyelid bags. Her eyes are now refreshed and rested.
This patient had lower eyelid surgery in Houston with Dr. Funk for lower eyelid bags. Her eyes are now refreshed and rested.
Lower eyelid surgery was performed in Houston for lower eyelid bags by Dr. Funk. Her eyes are now more rested, refreshed, and rejuvenated.
Lower eyelid surgery was performed in Houston for lower eyelid bags by Dr. Funk. Her eyes are now more rested, refreshed, and rejuvenated.
Dr. Funk addressed these lower eyelid bags with lower eyelid surgery in Houston.
Dr. Funk addressed these lower eyelid bags with lower eyelid surgery in Houston.
This patient had lower blepharoplasty for lower eyelid bags in Houston.
This patient had lower blepharoplasty for lower eyelid bags in Houston.
Lower eyelid bags were corrected with blepharoplasty in Houston for this patient. Rhinoplasty also straightened a crooked nose and refined her appearance.
Lower eyelid surgery was performed on this male patient in Houston for lower eyelid bags. He now looks more rested and refreshed.
Lower eyelid surgery was performed on this male patient in Houston for lower eyelid bags. He now looks more rested and refreshed.
Lower eyelid surgery was performed in Houston for this patient with lower eyelid bags. She now appears rested and refreshed.
Lower eyelid surgery was performed in Houston for this patient with lower eyelid bags. She now appears rested and refreshed.
This lower eyelid surgery patient had surgery in Houston for lower eyelid bags. She now appears more rested, refreshed, and rejuvenated.
This lower eyelid surgery patient had surgery in Houston for lower eyelid bags. She now appears more rested, refreshed, and rejuvenated.
Upper eyelid and lower eyelid surgery was performed in Houston for this patient with lower eyelid bags and hooded eyelids.
Upper eyelid and lower eyelid surgery was performed for this patient in Houston with lower eyelid bags and hooded upper eyelids.
This patient underwent lower eyelid surgery in Houston for bags under her eyes. She also had upper eyelid surgery and rhinoplasty at the same time.
This male patient underwent lower eyelid surgery for lower eyelid bags in Houston. He also had a chin implant and liposuction of the neck.
This patient underwent upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid blepharoplasty for under eye bags in Houston. Fat repositioning was performed. She now has a more rested and refreshed appearance to her eyes.
This patient underwent upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid blepharoplasty for under eye bags in Houston. Fat repositioning was performed. She now has a more rested and refreshed appearance to her eyes.
This patient underwent lower eyelid surgery in Houston to create a softer more feminine appearance to her brows. Notice her frown lines are improved. Facelift, rhinoplasty, and brow lift was also performed.
This patient had lower eyelid surgery for lower eyelid bags in Houston. Her eyes now look more rested and refreshed.
This patient had lower eyelid surgery for lower eyelid bags in Houston. Her eyes now look more rested and refreshed.
This patient underwent lower blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery for lower eyelid bags in Houston. The fat was repositioned to create a better transition from eyelid to cheek. She appears more rested and refreshed with a natural look.
Lower eyelid surgery for lower eyelid bags was performed in Houston on this Asian male patient. His eyes are now more rested and refreshed.
Lower eyelid surgery for lower eyelid bags was performed in Houston on this Asian male patient. His eyes are now more rested and refreshed.
This Houston rhinoplasty and lower eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags removed or lower blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty, and neck liposuction.
This Houston rhinoplasty and lower eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags removed or lower blepharoplasty, rhinoplasty, and neck liposuction.
This Houston lower eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags and loose lower eyelid skin. Blepharoplasty created a more refreshed and revitalized appearance.
This Houston lower eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags and loose lower eyelid skin. Blepharoplasty created a more refreshed and revitalized appearance.
Lower eyelid surgery for lower eyelid bags was performed in Houston on this patient to create a more refreshed, less tired, and rested appearance to the eyes.
Lower eyelid surgery for lower eyelid bags was performed in Houston on this patient to create a more refreshed, less tired, and rested appearance to the eyes.
This Houston lower eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags that we addressed with lower blepharoplasty. Her eyes now look more rested and refreshed.
This Houston lower eyelid bags surgery patient underwent upper eyelid surgery as well. After blepharoplasty, his eyes look more rested and rejuvenated.
This Houston lower eyelid bags surgery patient underwent upper eyelid surgery as well. After blepharoplasty, his eyes look more rested and rejuvenated.
This Houston lower eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags and excess lower eyelid skin. Lower blepharoplasty improved her appearance.
This Houston lower eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags and excess lower eyelid skin. Lower blepharoplasty improved her appearance.
This Houston lower eyelid surgery patient underwent removal of his bags under his eyes which was protruding fat. Notice how he looks more rested and refreshed now.
This Houston patient had lower eyelid bags surgery to improve his appearance and provide a more rested and refreshed look.
This Houston eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags that required lower blepharoplasty to correct. Rhinoplasty was also performed.
This Houston eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags that required lower blepharoplasty to correct. Rhinoplasty was also performed.
This Houston blepharoplasty patent underwent lower eyelid bags surgery. Fat was repositioned so that he would not have a hollow lower eyelid appearance after removal of the 'bags'. Otoplasty and rhinoplasty were also performed.
This Houston eyelid surgery patient underwent lower eyelid surgery with fat repositioning to achieve a softer lower eyelid with a better transition between the eyelid and cheek.
This Houston eyelid surgery patient underwent lower eyelid surgery with fat repositioning to achieve a softer lower eyelid with a better transition between the eyelid and cheek.
This South Houston eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags that were addressed with lower blepharoplasty. Notice how much more rested and refreshed her eyes appear.
This South Houston eyelid surgery patient had lower eyelid bags that were addressed with lower blepharoplasty. Notice how much more rested and refreshed her eyes appear.
This Houston eyelid surgery patient underwent lower blepharoplasty to address the lower eyelid bags she had. Notice how she looks more rested and less tired.
This Houston patient desired blepharoplasty for her lower eyelids and upper eyelids. Notice how more rested and refreshed yet natural appearing her eyes appear.
This Houston patient desired blepharoplasty for her lower eyelids and upper eyelids. Notice how more rested and refreshed yet natural appearing her eyes appear.
This Houston eyelid surgery patient underwent lower eyelid surgery for the bags under eyes and loose skin under the eyes. Lower eyelid blepharoplasty gave her a rested, refreshed appearance.
This Houston eyelid surgery patient underwent lower eye bag surgery to address the area under eyes and loose skin under the eyes. Lower eyelid blepharoplasty gave her a rested, refreshed appearance.
This Katy blepharoplasty patient had upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid surgery to help with excess skin and the bags under his eyes.
This Katy blepharoplasty patient had upper eyelid surgery and lower eyelid surgery to help with excess skin and the bags under his eyes.
This Houston patient had lower eyelid surgery or lower blepharoplasty for the bags under her eyes. Lower eyelid fat repositioning with a skin pinch was performed.
This Houston patient had lower eyelid surgery or lower blepharoplasty for the bags under her eyes. Lower eyelid fat repositioning with a skin pinch was performed.
Upper and lower blepharoplasty for this Sugarland patient created more youthful, refreshed appearing eyelids and she looks more rested.
Upper eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty on this Houston male patient improved the symmetry of his eyelids and gave a more rested appearance.
This young patient has inherited bags under the eyes or fat pockets under the eyes. After lower eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty this has created a more refreshed, rested, and youthful appearance.
This young patient has inherited bags under the eyes or fat pockets under the eyes. After lower eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty this has created a more refreshed, rested, and youthful appearance.
This Woodlands patient underwent upper blepharoplasty only. Notice how that after eyelid surgery, her eyes seem more refreshed and open. Botox was injected for crow's feet as well.
This Houston patient underwent lower blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery to remove the bags under her eyes.
This Houston patient was treated with lower eyelid surgery for the bags under her eyes.
Sometimes eyelid surgery is insufficient and a browlift is necessary for certain patients. This Houston patient had an endsocopic browlift, upper eylid lift, and extended lower eyelid surgery.
Lower eyelid blepharoplasty or eyelid lift for excess fat truly provided a more restful and youthful result for this Houston patient.
This Houston patient presented with festoons of the lower eyelids and desire for upper eyelid lift. These are areas of redundant skin and swelling due to environmental causes and aging. She underwent direct excision of festoons with meticulous closure.
Eyelid surgery or Blepharoplasty should create subtle results and lead to a refreshed appearance creating more attention on the eyes themselves and not the eyelids. Below is a patient before and after upper eyelid surgery with lower eyelid skin pinch.
Houston patient with upper eyelid assymetry. Notice how the light reflects nicely on her right eye in the before photo (top) but that same light reflection is not seen in the left eye. With corrective blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery, the light reflexes appear even on both eyes demonstrating that the eyelids are now symmetric.
This patient had a small skin cancer which was removed on the left lower eyelid and reconstructed. At the same time, she had the bags under her eyes addressed with lower eyelid blepharoplasty.
Eyelid surgery is a common procedure for men with significant hooding of skin over the eyes and/or bags under the eyes. This provides a more youthful and refreshed appearance to a man as is evident in the before and after photos after upper eyelid surgery of this man.
This Houston patient was elated after her upper and lower eyelid surgery. She felt much more youthful, refreshed, and younger.
This patient was elated after her upper and lower eyelid surgery. She felt much more youthful, refreshed, and younger.
Eyelid Lift or Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) in this Houston patient with excess eyelid skin and 'bags' under the eyes. Performed by Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Funk. Her eyes look more rested, youthful, and restored. Notice how her excess fat or bags are accentuated with looking up and the improvement postoperatively.
Eyelid Lift or Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) in this patient with excess eyelid skin and 'bags' under the eyes. Performed by Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Funk. Her eyes look more rested, youthful, and restored. Notice how her excess fat or bags are accentuated with looking up and the improvement postoperatively.
Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) on this Sugarland patient created a more rested and refreshed appearance.
Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)
Eyelid surgery or Blepharoplasty was performed on this Houston patient with significant fat in the upper eyelid. Notice how her eyes look more open and refreshed.
Eyelid surgery or Blepharoplasty was performed on this patient with significant fat in the upper eyelid. Notice how her eyes look more open and refreshed.
This Houston patient had extensive bags and excess skin around her eyes. An upper blepharoplasty and extended lower blepharoplasty were performed.
This patient had extensive bags and excess skin around her eyes. An upper blepharoplasty and extended lower blepharoplasty were performed.
Upper Eyelid Surgery or Blepharoplasty Before and After
Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty or Eyelid lift in a Male Patient
Upper Blepharoplasty in African American woman by Houston eyelid surgeon Dr. Funk
This patient disliked her bags under her eyes and excess lower eyelid skin.
Lower eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty for excess fat under the eyes.
Upper and lower eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty for bags under eyes and hooding.
Blepharoplasty for both upper and lower eyelids was performed in Houston on this patient from East Texas. Notice how much more rested and rejuvenated his eyes appear without looking operated.
Eyelid Surgery Houston Upper Blepharoplasty for patient with heavy eyelids and tired appearance.
Upper and lower blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery / eyelid lift with concomitant facelift on this Houston patient.
Upper and lower blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery / eyelid lift with concomitant facelift
This Houston patient complained of lower eyelid bags and dark circles under the eyes. He underwent lower eyelid surgery or lower blepharoplasty with rhinoplasty.
Upper Blepharoplasty or Eyelid Surgery & Lower Eyelid Skin Pinch on this Houston patient
Upper Blepharoplasty or Eyelid Surgery & Lower Eyelid Skin Pinch
Eyelid Lift or Blepharoplasty & Revision Rhinoplasty on this Houston patient.
Eyelid surgery or Eyelid lift - Blepharoplasty done for upper eyelids and lower eyelid skin pinch
Eyelid lift or Blepharoplasty for severe hooding and visual compromise
This patient desired a more refreshed yet natural appearance to her eyelids. Upper blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery was performed and a skin pinch was taken of the lower eyelids.
This patient desired a more refreshed yet natural appearance to her eyelids. Upper blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery was performed and a skin pinch was taken of the lower eyelids.
Lower eyelid bags corrected for this Houston, TX patient with blepharoplasty or lower eyelid surgery

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