Eyelid lift surgery — also known as blepharoplasty — restores a more youthful, rested appearance to your eyes. In many ways, your eyes are the most visible and expressive part of your face. When their appearance is affected by aging or sun damage, the effects can be profound. Dr. Tan has extensive experience correcting upper and lower eyelids with natural-looking results.
Droopy eyes may make you appear tired or, unintentionally, as though you aren't paying attention. If you're ready to look more youthful again, seeing Dr. Tan for eyelid surgery in Honolulu can be the answer.
Blepharoplasty is both cosmetic and medically beneficial. Excess fat or skin on the upper eyelids can obstruct peripheral vision — when removed, your field of vision is restored. One of the best things about an eyelid lift is that downtime and recovery are less than some other procedures, and the appearance improvement is significant.
An important clinical distinction: many patients present with droopy upper eyelids when the actual issue is ptosis — descent of the upper eyelid margin over the pupil due to levator muscle weakening. Ptosis requires a different surgical correction than blepharoplasty. Dr. Tan assesses for both conditions at consultation — getting the diagnosis right before the incision is made is where specialist experience matters most.
Why Choose Dr. TanReduces excess skin on the upper eyelids
Removes "hoods" over the upper eyelids
Reduces bags and wrinkles under the bottom lid
Restores peripheral vision when obstructed by excess skin
Combines easily with facelift or brow lift
Restores a rested, alert appearance naturally
The incisions required for an eyelid lift are made in the existing folds of the eyelid — disguising them naturally and permanently. This is another factor that reduces visible recovery after surgery.
Whether you would benefit from upper or lower eyelid surgery depends on your eyes and what you hope to improve. Most important is making natural and realistic improvements — avoiding the surprised look that comes from old-fashioned techniques. It's also important to correct upper and lower eyelids in a way that looks natural in context with the rest of your face.
When skin above the eye loses its elasticity and sags, or muscles become lax, the upper eyelid can feel heavy and look tired. It's also common for fat deposits to accumulate above the eye. Upper blepharoplasty removes excess skin, addresses fat, and restores the natural eyelid crease — with results that appear immediately more rested and alert.
When upper eyelid skin significantly obstructs the visual field, the procedure may qualify for partial insurance coverage. Dr. Tan's team can guide you through the documentation process.
Nearly everyone has encountered bags under their eyes — one of the most common lower eyelid concerns. Lower blepharoplasty removes or repositions herniated orbital fat and addresses excess skin — permanently improving the appearance of the under-eye area.
Lower eyelid surgery is approached through a transconjunctival incision (inside the eyelid, leaving no visible scar) or a subciliary incision just below the lashes, depending on your anatomy and the changes being made.
Dr. Tan offers complete Asian blepharoplasty services — creating a double eyelid or eyelid fold in patients of East Asian heritage. This is a distinctly different technique from standard blepharoplasty, designed with full respect for the patient's natural aesthetic identity. Asian double-eyelid surgery can be performed with or without incisions, depending on your eyes and the amount of skin.
Eyelid lift surgery is commonly combined with an eyebrow lift (brow lift or browplasty) when needed. A descending brow often mimics excess upper eyelid skin — Dr. Tan assesses both at consultation. Brow lifting benefits patients who have a heavy brow and are typically between 40 and 65. Dr. Tan will explain which procedure — or combination — would most improve your appearance.
Eyelid surgery can be an ideal solution for patients from all walks of life. If your eyelids have begun to negatively affect how you feel about your appearance — or if you experience visual obstruction — this procedure could be for you.
By personally meeting with Dr. Tan, you can learn about your treatment options and what is right for you. Together, you'll build a personalized procedure plan to take your eyes and facial aesthetic to where you want it to be.
Nonsurgical options are also available for patients who would benefit more from alternative treatments. If the appearance of your eyes is most affected by volume loss, Dr. Tan can treat you with injectable fillers — restoring volume with no cutting and very little recovery time.
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Schedule an initial consultation with Dr. Susan Tan — the top surgeon for blepharoplasty Honolulu has available. Every plan begins with a professional evaluation of your eyes and face.