Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) in Englewood Cliffs, NJ

Blepharoplasty refreshes the eyes by removing loose skin and repositioning underlying fat and muscle tissue to create a smoother contour to the lid. This excess skin tissue, which we call redundant skin, is completely safe to remove from the areas around the eyes. Blepharoplasty offers dramatic, long-lasting results when performed alone. It can also be combined with other procedures, such as a forehead lift or facelift, to enhance your appearance further. Dr. Mordkovich will share the benefits unique to you during your private consultation.

If you are considering a blepharoplasty procedure on one or both eyelids, we recommend adding a treatment of Botox or Dysport to diminish the fine lines around the eyes that might not be satisfactorily addressed with surgery. Dermal fillers can also be used to fill in the tear trough area and further reduce the appearance of dark circles. At Cross Hudson, we look for dynamic rejuvenation solutions that are maintainable and that enhance the natural appeal of your unique appearance.

The blepharoplasty procedure is done as an outpatient procedure and only requires local anesthesia injected into the skin and muscle around the eyes. Local numbing is much safer for you than general anesthesia and can allow you to heal more quickly after your surgery. As the upper eyelids have natural creases within the skin, incisions are tucked into these lines. Incisions for the lower lid are carefully hidden within the lash line.

Dr. Mordkovich removes the extra, loose skin and protruding fat cells while tightening the muscles to produce a smoother surface to the lid. Once the interior of the eyelid is appropriately restructured, he will close the incisions with dissolvable sutures.

Dr. Mordkovich will provide a list of instructions on how to manage swelling at home after your surgery, such as the application of cold compresses to the eye area. Your eyes will also feel sensitive after the procedure, so oral pain medication will be prescribed to keep you comfortable for the first few days. In addition, Dr. Mordkovich will provide or recommend an ointment to apply to the incision to keep it moist and help it heal well. Recovery from blepharoplasty takes anywhere from two days to two weeks, depending on the amount of correction that was completed.

The skin surrounding the eyes is both delicate and thin, making it vulnerable to damage much earlier than other areas of the face. Time and sun damage lead to the depletion of collagen, an important protein responsible for supporting the dermal structure and giving skin a smooth, supple appearance. As collagen levels decrease, the skin becomes thinner and looser. This process can lead to sagging both above and below the eyes, creating the fatigued appearance.

Rubbing your eyes or using too much force when you apply makeup or skin products can also wear down the muscle layers around the eye socket. This, combined with the thinning of the skin allows the fatty deposits to become more prominent underneath the eye, which contributes to the puffy look often associated with lack of sleep or aging. Blood vessels below also become more noticeable, giving you dark circles under the eyes in addition to the puffiness.

If you’re in need of a cosmetic surgeon in the New York or New Jersey area, contact Dr. Boris Mordkovich at Cross Hudson Plastic Surgery today. As a leading restoration and cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Mordkovich has performed thousands of successful eyelid surgeries in Manhattan, Englewood Cliffs, North Caldwell, Haddonfield, Woodcliff, Rumson, Westfield, Ramsey, Cresskill, Glen Rock, Roseland, and the surrounding areas.
Dr. Mordkovich is recognized as a Top Doc by Real Self and is known for natural looking results from blepharoplasty and other cosmetic surgery procedures. Cross Hudson Plastic Surgery is conviently located in Bergen County New Jersey, just a quick ride from anywhere in the Tri-State area.