After your eyelid lift, you should avoid:

• Showering for at least 48 hours, or as directed by Dr. Lofman
• Reading or watching TV for two to three days
• Wearing contact lenses until your incisions heal
• Bending at the waist for at least five days

Plan to take at least one to two weeks off work – possibly more if your job involves lots of screen time.

Don’t do any strenuous activities, including exercising and heavy lifting, for at least four to six weeks following surgery. You can take gentle walks to stimulate your circulation and speed your recovery as soon as you feel well enough to do so.

Other eyelid rejuvenation techniques that can stand alone or combine with your eyelid lift include the following.

• Dermal fillers: For non-surgical lower eyelid rejuvenation, dermal fillers restore volume to the tear troughs and soften the lid-cheek junction. 
• Laser resurfacing: Laser treatments can improve the color, texture, and tone of the eyelid area.
• Skin-pinch blepharoplasty: Remove a small amount of excess skin of the lower eyelid with an inconspicuous incision beneath the lash line.
• Transconjunctival blepharoplasty: Remove excess lower eyelid fat without external incisions.
• Autologous fat grafts: For tear trough and volume loss, fat harvested from elsewhere on your body can fill these hollows.
• Lower eyelid fat repositioning: Tightening the lower lid support mechanisms reduces puffiness and increases and maintains youthfulness without removing fat.

Dr. Lofman places incisions within the natural folds and creases of the eyelids or inside the lower eyelid, making scars virtually invisible once healed. With proper care and protection from sun exposure, any scars fade significantly over time, leaving a smooth, natural result.

Healthy adults with sagging upper lids, puffy under-eye bags, or obstructed vision who do not smoke and have no serious eye or medical conditions are typically good candidates for eyelid surgery with Dr. Lofman. During your consultation, he will review your health history, examine your eye area, and discuss your goals to confirm that blepharoplasty is a safe and appropriate option for you.

Most patients experience noticeable bruising and swelling for about 7 to 10 days after eyelid surgery, which often leads them to plan at least two weeks of social downtime. As swelling fades and discoloration resolves, your eyes gradually look smoother, younger, and more refreshed, with continued refinement over the following weeks.

When excess upper eyelid skin hangs over the lashes, it can partially block your field of vision and make daily tasks like reading and driving more difficult. By removing redundant skin and tightening the eyelid structures, blepharoplasty can open the eyes and help restore a clearer line of sight while also improving your appearance.

With proper sun protection and a healthy lifestyle, the rejuvenating results from upper and lower eyelid surgery can last for many years. Patients typically enjoy brighter, more alert eyes, reduced puffiness, and smoother eyelid contours that age naturally with the rest of the face.

Eyelid surgery focuses on the upper and lower lids, while a brow lift elevates heavy brows and a facelift tightens laxity in the mid and lower face. When performed together, these procedures can harmonize the entire face, creating a more comprehensive rejuvenation rather than only refreshing the eyes.

Depending on your needs and overall health, Dr. Lofman may recommend local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia for your eyelid surgery. Most blepharoplasty procedures take about 1 to 2 hours, especially when both upper and lower lids are treated in the same visit.

To keep scars as inconspicuous as possible, Dr. Lofman carefully places upper eyelid incisions in the natural crease and lower eyelid incisions just below the lash line. As the tissues heal, these fine lines typically blend into the surrounding skin and are barely noticeable in everyday interactions.

It is common to experience swelling, bruising, mild discomfort, light sensitivity, blurred vision, and increased tearing in the first days and weeks after eyelid surgery. These symptoms generally improve steadily over the first month as you follow your post-operative instructions and allow the tissues to heal.

After blepharoplasty, you will be instructed to keep the eyes well lubricated, apply ointment to the incisions, and rest with your head elevated to reduce swelling. Avoid reading, screens, and strenuous activities initially, and wear dark sunglasses outdoors to protect your healing eyelids from sun and wind.

Before planning your procedure, Dr. Lofman evaluates your overall health, medical history, and any eye conditions to ensure that surgery is safe. He also reviews medications, supplements, and smoking status, since these factors can affect healing and the risk of complications.

Patients often look for a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive facial experience, natural-looking results, and clear communication when choosing an eyelid surgeon. With more than 20 years of surgical experience and a strong focus on patient education and comfort, Dr. Lofman has become a trusted choice for blepharoplasty in Oakland County and throughout Michigan.

During your consultation, you can review your concerns about droopy lids or undereye bags, learn about surgical options, and ask detailed questions about recovery and results. Dr. Lofman will outline a personalized treatment plan, explain potential risks and benefits, and help you decide whether eyelid surgery alone or combined with other facial procedures best fits your goals.