Eyelid Surgery in Newport Beach, CA
Renew Your Look, Revitalize Your Confidence
Your eyes are often the first feature people notice, and they play a vital role in how rested, alert, and youthful you appear. Over time, factors like aging, genetics, and lifestyle can cause drooping eyelids, puffiness, or under-eye bags that make you look older or more tired than you feel. Eyelid surgery, also called blepharoplasty, is a highly effective procedure designed to restore a refreshed, youthful appearance to the eyes.
At Dr. Ghazizadeh Facial Plastic Surgery in Newport Beach, Dr. Shabnam Ghazizadeh provides advanced blepharoplasty techniques with an emphasis on natural results. As a board-certified facial plastic surgeon and one of the few female specialists in the region, Dr. Ghazizadeh combines artistry with surgical expertise to help patients achieve brighter, more youthful eyes that harmonize beautifully with their facial features.
What Is Eyelid Surgery?
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic procedure that removes or repositions excess skin, fat, and muscle around the upper and lower eyelids. This procedure corrects drooping upper lids, puffy under-eyes, and fine wrinkles around the eyes. The result is a smoother, firmer, and more youthful look that restores vitality to the entire face.
Blepharoplasty can be performed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both, depending on your individual needs. Many patients also choose to combine eyelid surgery with other procedures like a brow lift or facelift for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
The Benefits of Eyelid Surgery
Patients who undergo eyelid surgery in Newport Beach often report transformative improvements in both their appearance and self-confidence. Benefits include:
A refreshed, youthful look
Eliminates drooping lids and puffiness.
Brighter eyes
Reduces heaviness, allowing the eyes to appear more open.
Enhanced Vision
For some, removing excess skin from the upper eyelids improves peripheral vision.
Smooth under-eye area
Reduces puffiness, sagging, and wrinkles.
Natural results
Dr. Ghazizadeh focuses on subtle enhancements, ensuring you look rested, not overdone.
Long-lasting improvement
Results typically last for many years, with aging continuing naturally after the procedure.
Why Choose Dr. Ghazizadeh Facial Plastic Surgery?
Choosing the right surgeon is one of the most important steps in your eyelid surgery journey. Dr. Shabnam Ghazizadeh is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing in procedures of the face, eyes, and neck. Her approach emphasizes precision, natural beauty, and patient-centered care.
- Expertise in facial aesthetics: As a specialist focusing exclusively on the face, Dr. Ghazizadeh understands the delicate anatomy of the eyes and surrounding structures.
- Female perspective: Patients often appreciate her unique ability to approach aesthetics with subtlety and balance.
- Deep understanding of harmony: She ensures results blend seamlessly with your natural features.
- Compassionate care: From consultation through recovery, she provides guidance and support at every stage.
Am I a Candidate for Eyelid Surgery?
Eyelid surgery may be right for you if you are bothered by:
- Excess upper eyelid skin that creates a heavy or hooded look
- Puffy under-eye bags that make you look tired
- Fine wrinkles and sagging around the eyes
- Asymmetry between the eyes due to eyelid aging
- Impaired vision caused by drooping upper eyelids
Candidates should be in good general health, non-smokers, and have realistic expectations about the results of the procedure.
The Eyelid Surgery Process: What to Expect
Consultation
Your journey begins with a personalized consultation at our Newport Beach office. Dr. Ghazizadeh will review your medical history, examine your eyelids, and discuss your concerns and goals. She will recommend the most suitable approach, whether upper, lower, or combined eyelid surgery.
The Procedure
Eyelid surgery is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the extent of the procedure.
- Upper Blepharoplasty: Incisions are placed in the natural crease of the upper eyelid, allowing excess skin, muscle, and fat to be removed or repositioned.
- Lower Blepharoplasty: Incisions are made just beneath the lower lash line or inside the eyelid. Fat is carefully adjusted to smooth puffiness, and loose skin may be tightened.
Recovery
Most patients experience mild swelling and bruising for 7 to 10 days after surgery. Cold compresses and keeping the head elevated help speed recovery. Makeup can usually be worn after 1 to 2 weeks, and patients often return to normal activities within 10 days.
Final results become apparent after several weeks, once swelling fully resolves, revealing refreshed, natural-looking eyes.
Eyelid Surgery Recovery Timeline
- Days 1–3: Swelling and bruising peak. Use ice packs and rest with your head elevated.
- Days 4–7: Bruising begins to fade. Stitches may be removed if placed externally.
- Week 2: Most swelling subsides. Patients often feel comfortable returning to social and professional activities.
- Weeks 4–6: Subtle swelling continues to improve. Final results become more visible.
- Months 3–6: Healing is complete, and your refreshed, youthful eyes are fully revealed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will eyelid surgery leave scars?
Incisions are carefully placed within natural creases or inside the eyelid, making scars nearly invisible once healed.
Is eyelid surgery painful?
Most patients describe only mild discomfort, easily managed with prescribed medication during the first few days.
How long do results last?
Results are long-lasting, often a decade or more, though aging continues naturally.
Can eyelid surgery be combined with other procedures?
Yes, many patients combine blepharoplasty with a brow lift, facelift, or skin treatments for more comprehensive rejuvenation.
When can I return to wearing contact lenses?
Patients can typically resume wearing contact lenses about 2 weeks after surgery, once healing allows.
