If wrinkles and puffiness around your eyes are no longer fixed with concealer, it’s best to consider other options. While non-surgical treatments like dermal fillers can sometimes rejuvenate the undereyes, cosmetic surgery is often the most transformative option. The eyelid lift can restore sagging, wrinkles, and puffiness under the eyes for a smoother, brighter look. Here’s what to know about this cosmetic surgery option at Modern Surgical Arts of Denver and how Dr. Kamran Dastoury can help you look and feel your best.
Who Can Benefit From Eyelid Surgery?
Eyelid surgery is ideal if you have sunken pads of fat under your eyes, sometimes called undereye bags. These bags are typically accompanied by wrinkles and crepey skin, contributing to an overall tired, aged, and worn-out look. If it seems like you look unrested no matter how much sleep you get, eyelid surgery can likely help.
You may also benefit from eyelid surgery if you have sagging upper eyelids that fall on your lash line. This concern can contribute to a tired, angry, or annoyed appearance, even if you don’t feel that way. Some patients even experience vision problems from heavy upper eyelids. If you can pull your upper eyelids up and reveal the mobile lid, eyelid surgery may be a good option.
Many of our patients also opt for eyelid surgery after they’ve tried non-surgical treatments like Botox or fillers. Although these treatments can produce temporary and minimal results, they’re not as long-lasting and transformative as an eyelid lift. Dr. Dastoury can help you determine which is the best approach for your needs.
Upper Eyelid Surgery vs. Lower Eyelid Surgery
Upper eyelid surgery regards the upper eyelids, creating a more youthful eyelid fold by excising extra skin. It can even smooth wrinkles like crow’s feet that don’t respond to Botox or other non-surgical treatments. The result is a more lifted, defined look. Any scarring is completely hidden within the natural eyelid fold and can easily be concealed with cosmetics if it doesn’t fade completely.
Lower eyelid surgery lifts and smooths the undereyes using incisions within the lower lash line or inside the lower eyelid (the surface against the eye). From there, Dr. Dastoury can lift and reposition the fat pads and excise sagging, crepey skin. The result is brighter, more rejuvenated undereyes and a more youthful look.
The Procedure
Eyelid surgery is a rare procedure that can be performed using local anesthesia and sedation rather than general anesthesia. This can drastically reduce your downtime. Once you’re ready, Dr. Dastoury will perform the appropriate incisions, lifting and excising the tissues and excess skin around the eyes. Afterward, you can return home for your recovery process.
Eyelid Surgery in Highlands Ranch, CO
To learn more about eyelid surgery and how it can benefit you, contact our office today by calling or filling out our online form. We conveniently serve the greater Denver, CO area.
Dr. Kamran Dastoury is a double board-certified cosmetic surgeon with advanced training in both maxillofacial and aesthetic surgery, bringing unmatched expertise to every patient he serves. After earning his dental and medical degrees from USC and LSU, he went on to complete over seven years of intensive surgical training, including a fellowship in facial and body cosmetic surgery under the mentorship of world-renowned leaders in the field. His specialties include facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, liposuction, and body contouring—always delivered with a highly personalized approach that prioritizes safety, artistry, and natural-looking results. Beyond his surgical excellence, Dr. Dastoury is deeply committed to advancing the field through research, teaching, and global mission work, making him a trusted and compassionate choice for patients seeking transformative results.