Eyelid Surgery

NEW YORK CITY

Refresh and rejuvenate your eyes with subtle precision. Dr. Philipp Franck performs blepharoplasty to restore a brighter, more rested appearance while maintaining your natural expression. His approach enhances your eyes’ contours so you look renewed, not different.

What Is Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)?

Blepharoplasty is a specialized eyelid surgery that aims to correct sagging or droopy eyelids by removing or repositioning excess skin, muscle, and fat. This rejuvenates the eye area, giving you a more youthful and refreshed appearance. Eyelid surgery is one of the most commonly performed facial plastic procedures.

How Is Blepharoplasty Performed?

Upper blepharoplasty is usually done with local anesthesia and sedation, while lower blepharoplasty typically requires general anesthesia due to its complexity. Dr. Franck carefully marks, incises, and adjusts skin, fat, and muscle to refresh the eyelids, then closes with fine sutures for minimal scarring and quick recovery.

Benefits of Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

Brighter, More Rested Eyes

Removes sagging skin and excess fat for an alert, rejuvenated look that reflects your natural vitality.

Refined, Balanced Appearance

Improves symmetry between upper and lower eyelids, enhancing facial harmony without altering your expression.

Long-Lasting Rejuvenation

Results from eyelid surgery can last many years, helping maintain a youthful and well-rested look with minimal maintenance.

Good Candidates for Eyelid Surgery

You may be a good candidate for blepharoplasty if you:

Have drooping upper lids or under-eye puffiness that make you look tired or older.
Experience obstructed vision due to excess eyelid skin.
Want to refresh your natural appearance, not change your features.
Are in good general health and a non-smoker (or willing to pause before and after surgery).
Have realistic expectations about recovery and outcome.

Why Choose Dr. Franck for Eyelid Surgery?

Dr. Philipp Franck is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for crafting natural, harmonious results. His patients trust him for his attention to detail, discretion, and the artistry required to refresh delicate eye areas without overcorrection.

Surgical Expertise & Recognition

Dr. Franck combines meticulous technique with an eye for balance and proportion, earning recognition as one of NYC’s most respected aesthetic surgeons.

Natural, Rested Results

His approach to blepharoplasty is focused on rejuvenation, not transformation — removing excess skin and fat to restore vitality while preserving your authentic expression.

Boutique Experience in Manhattan

Every procedure is performed with individualized care, privacy, and comfort, ensuring a refined and seamless experience from consultation through recovery.

Eyelid Surgery Timeline

1. Private Consultation

At his Upper East Side office, Dr. Franck evaluates the upper and lower eyelids, discusses your aesthetic goals, and designs a surgical plan tailored to your anatomy.

2. Custom Surgical Design

During your eyelid surgery, Dr. Franck carefully removes or repositions tissue to smooth contours, reduce puffiness, and restore youthful definition.

3. Early Recovery (Week 1)

Swelling and mild bruising are common during the first week. Patients typically feel comfortable resuming light activities within several days.

4. Refinement Phase (Weeks 2–4)

Bruising fades and incision lines soften. Your eyes appear brighter, smoother, and more youthful as healing progresses.

5. Long-Term Results
(Months 2–3)

Your final results emerge — refreshed eyes that reflect energy and vitality. Most patients enjoy long-lasting improvement that can endure for years.

Eyelid Surgery FAQs

What is blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure to remove or reposition skin, fat, and muscle around the eyelids, restoring a youthful eye contour.

How long does eyelid surgery recovery take?

Most patients return to normal routines within 7–10 days. Full healing and scar refinement continue over several weeks.

Will my results look natural?

Yes. Dr. Franck’s signature technique ensures subtle, refreshed results that preserve your eye shape and individuality.

What’s the difference between upper and lower blepharoplasty?

Upper blepharoplasty addresses drooping lids; lower blepharoplasty targets under-eye bags and puffiness. Many patients choose to combine both for comprehensive rejuvenation.

What is Asian (double) eyelid surgery?

Asian (double) eyelid surgery is a procedure that creates a defined upper eyelid crease, using customized techniques to achieve natural-looking results that enhance and balance the patient’s facial features.

Can you combine blepharoplasty with other procedures?

Many patients combine blepharoplasty with treatments like a brow lift, facelift, or skin resurfacing for more complete facial rejuvenation. Treating multiple areas at once can enhance overall results and reduce total recovery time.

How long do results last?

Results often last 7–10 years, depending on lifestyle, genetics, and ongoing skincare.

Real Patient Reviews

“As soon as we met with Dr. Franck we knew he was extremely knowledgeable and skilled. He has a trained eye and is an artist. We have had experience with other plastic surgeons in the past and he has been the absolute most professional, knowledgeable, skilled and has an amazing bedside manner.”

“When I had my first consultation with him, I felt very welcomed and comfortable. After sharing the trauma and lack of confidence I was battling, he immediately put himself in my shoes and helped me come up with the best solution (which indeed was the procedure). Being that he was so confident, passionate, and professional; I knew that I could trust him.”

Schedule Your Private Consultation

Discover how eyelid surgery can refresh your gaze and restore youthful confidence. Schedule a private consultation with Dr. Philipp Franck, a leading blepharoplasty surgeon in New York, to create your customized rejuvenation plan today.