Refresh your appearance with upper blepharoplasty in Chicago, a procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the upper eyelids. This surgery treats heaviness, drooping, and hooding of the upper eyelids, helping you look more awake and youthful. Dr. Nadimi focuses on natural results tailored to your unique anatomy and goals.
Make your eyes look more open and rested
Upper blepharoplasty is a procedure that removes excess skin, and sometimes fat from the upper eyelids. Over time, the upper eyelids can become heavy or droopy, creating a tired, aged, or even obstructed appearance. This procedure restores a more open, refreshed look to the eyes while preserving natural eyelid contours. Dr. Nadimi customizes each surgery based on your anatomy and aesthetic goals, ensuring a result that looks like you—just more rested.
Upper blepharoplasty treats:
- Excess upper eyelid skin that creates a hooded appearance
- Heavy or drooping eyelids that make the eyes look tired
- Obstruction of the upper visual field due to sagging skin
- Asymmetry between the upper eyelids
- Puffiness or fullness in the upper eyelid from fat pockets
- Aged or worn-out appearance around the eyes
How upper blepharoplasty works
Upper blepharoplasty in Chicago is a precise surgical procedure performed under local anesthesia. Dr. Nadimi begins by identifying your natural eyelid crease and marking the planned incision to ensure symmetry and optimal skin excision. A fine incision is made along the supratarsal fold, allowing access to remove redundant skin. If puffiness is present, orbital fat is gently excised or repositioned to restore a smooth, youthful contour.
Once the desired correction is achieved, Dr. Nadimi closes the incision with fine, meticulous sutures to promote optimal healing and minimal scarring. The incision is hidden in the natural crease, making it virtually undetectable once healed. This detailed approach allows Dr. Nadimi to enhance your upper eyelid appearance while maintaining a natural look.
Benefits of upper blepharoplasty:
- Restores a more youthful and rested appearance to the eyes
- Removes excess skin that can obstruct vision
- Improves symmetry between the upper eyelids
- Enhances the natural eyelid crease and contour
- Makes it easier to apply eye makeup
- Results in minimal, well-hidden scarring within the eyelid crease
- Performed under local anesthesia with a relatively short recovery time
Upper blepharoplasty FAQs
Will upper blepharoplasty change the shape of my eyes?
No—when done correctly, upper blepharoplasty should not change the natural shape or position of your eyes. Dr. Nadimi takes a conservative approach, removing only the tissue that is truly necessary. The goal is always to preserve your natural eyelid contour while creating a more rested, youthful version of yourself. The result is subtle and natural—not tight or hollowed.
How long is the recovery after surgery?
Most patients experience mild swelling and bruising for 5-7 days. You can typically return to light activities within a few days and resume normal routines after about a week. Sutures are usually removed after 5-7 days. Dr. Nadimi will provide detailed aftercare instructions and see you for follow-up visits to ensure optimal healing. While your eyelids will look noticeably improved within the first two weeks, the final results continue to refine over several months as swelling resolves.
Does upper blepharoplasty leave a visible scar?
The incision for upper blepharoplasty is placed within the natural fold of the upper eyelid (the supratarsal crease), which makes the scar extremely discreet once healed. Dr. Nadimi uses fine sutures and meticulous closure techniques to minimize scarring. Over time, the incision typically fades into a thin, barely visible line that’s virtually impossible to see once healing is complete.
Can this procedure improve my vision?
Yes, in many cases. When excess skin weighs down the upper eyelids or hangs over the lashes, it can obstruct your peripheral vision. By removing excess skin, upper blepharoplasty can significantly improve the upper and lateral fields of vision.
Meet Dr. Nadimi
Sahar Nadimi, MD, is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with advanced expertise in eyelid surgery and a commitment to natural, balanced results. As clinical faculty at Loyola University Medical Center, she teaches facial plastic surgery to residents and performs complex reconstructive cases at the Veteran’s hospital. To learn more about how upper blepharoplasty in Chicago can help you, schedule a consultation with Dr. Nadimi today.
