Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Why do
Patients Choose
Eyelid Surgery?
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The eyes are one of the first areas to show signs of aging. Loose skin, puffiness, or drooping eyelids can make you look tired, sad, or older than you feel. Eyelid surgery — also known as blepharoplasty — restores a more awake, refreshed appearance by removing or repositioning excess skin and fat around the eyes.
Common reasons patients choose eyelid surgery include:
- Drooping upper eyelids that impair vision or make you look tired
- Puffiness or bags under the eyes
- Loose or crepey skin causing makeup to smear or crease
- Feeling self-conscious about appearing aged or fatigued
- Improving symmetry or contour around the eyes
- Enhancing facial balance in combination with other procedures
What to Expect (Procedure Overview)
At Selarom, eyelid surgery is a precise, highly personalized procedure designed to rejuvenate your eyes without changing your natural expression. Whether you need an upper lift, lower correction, or both, we tailor the plan to your anatomy and goals.
Consultation & Planning
We start with a detailed consultation to examine your eye structure, skin laxity, and under-eye fat pads. Dr. Schmelzer will help determine whether upper, lower, or combined blepharoplasty will deliver your best result — and whether non-surgical options might help enhance it.
Surgery Day
Eyelid surgery is performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia in our accredited surgical suite. Small, carefully placed incisions are made in the natural eyelid creases or just below the lash line. Excess skin is removed, fat is repositioned or removed, and the area is carefully sutured.
Recovery
Most patients return home the same day. Swelling, tightness, or mild bruising are common during the first week. Light activity resumes in 5–7 days, and most patients are fully recovered within 2–4 weeks. Makeup and contact lens use can usually resume after the first 10–14 days.
Your Safety, Always
We take your vision, anatomy, and safety seriously. Dr. Schmelzer brings a craniofacial-level understanding to delicate eye structures — ensuring results that look refreshed, not overdone.
Techniques & Customization Options
Eyelid surgery is never one-size-fits-all. At Selarom, we use refined techniques that enhance the eyes while maintaining natural shape and function.
Techniques We Offer:
- Upper Blepharoplasty – Removes excess skin and fat from the upper lids to restore openness and lift
- Lower Blepharoplasty – Targets puffiness, under-eye bags, and skin laxity
- Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty – Removes or repositions fat from inside the lower lid (no external incision)
- Blepharoplasty with Fat Repositioning – Smooths the under-eye contour without volume loss
Personalized Choices Include:
- Upper vs. lower vs. both – Based on your anatomy and goals
- Scar placement – Hidden in the eyelid crease or lash line
- Combination planning – Often paired with brow lift, facelift, or non-surgical eye rejuvenation
- Function + aesthetics – Surgery may also improve visual field if drooping eyelids impair vision
Tailored Techniques
We treat eyelid surgery as both a cosmetic and functional art. Our approach blends surgical precision with aesthetic restraint, ensuring your results look natural, alert, and well-rested — not tight or “done.”
Dr. Schmelzer will walk you through all your options and create a plan that enhances your features while honoring your natural expression.
Your Experience
at Selarom
Choosing Selarom means choosing an elevated experience:
- Private, boutique setting with discreet care
- Board-certified plastic surgeon with decades of expertise
- State-of-the-art surgical techniques and materials
- Concierge-level pre- and post-operative support
Our patients come to us for world-class results — and stay with us for the level of care they can’t find elsewhere.
FAQs
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Will eyelid surgery change the shape of my eyes?
No — when performed correctly, blepharoplasty enhances your natural eye shape without altering it. The goal is to look like you, just more rested.
How long do results last?
Upper eyelid results typically last 7–10+ years. Lower eyelid correction is often permanent, though aging will continue naturally.
Is there visible scarring?
Incisions are placed within natural creases or inside the eyelid, making them very discreet once healed.
Can I combine eyelid surgery with other procedures?
Absolutely. It’s often performed with brow lifts, facelifts, or non-surgical treatments like Botox® or Fractora for more complete facial rejuvenation.
Meet Dr. Schmelzer
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Welcome—
At Selarom Plastic Surgery, my focus is simple: to help you feel confident in your own skin. Whether you’re considering surgery or exploring non-surgical options, I believe in creating personalized treatment plans that align with your goals and your lifestyle.
With advanced training in craniofacial plastic surgery and years of experience in aesthetic procedures, I bring a careful balance of precision, innovation, and artistry to every case. I’m here to guide you through the process with honesty, care, and the kind of results that speak for themselves.
I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your goals—safely, beautifully, and with lasting confidence.
—Dr. Rodney Schmelzer
Book a Free Consultation
Dr. Schmelzer is dedicated to achieving the results his patients desire in the safest way possible. During a consultation, he will review all options, risks, and procedure steps in detail to ensure you feel completely comfortable with the process.
Dr. Schmelzer often performs other procedures in conjunction with breast implant exchange, such as liposuction or tummy tuck surgery, to provide an overall aesthetic improvement.
If you are interested in breast implant revision/exchange procedures, please schedule a consultation with Dr. Schmelzer by calling (801) 447-1073. If you prefer, we also have an online contact form available to fill out. We look forward to hearing from you!