Name: Stark MD Plastic Surgery
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Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)

The eyes show signs of aging before anything else on the face. With time and sun-damage, the skin and muscle around the eyes become weak causing a droopy, saggy appearance. Additionally the fat pads below the eyes accumulate over time causing the appearance of swelling. Many men and women come to StarkMD Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Center with the complaint that they don't feel as run-down as they appear to be. They are tired of hearing people ask them if they had a bad night's sleep or if they are sad about something. Our Philadelphia blepharoplasty can help reverse the signs of aging and wear of the eyes. Performed by our double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Stark can help you look as young and refreshed as you feel inside with an eyelid lift.

The Stark MD Approach to Eyelid Surgery

The eyes are the focal point of human connection, but they are also the first area of the face to reveal structural aging. When the delicate skin loses elasticity and the underlying orbital fat begins to bulge, it creates an involuntary expression of chronic fatigue. You look exhausted even when you are fully rested.

At Stark MD Plastic Surgery on the Main Line, double board-certified founder Dr. Ran Stark and board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Carey Campbell approach eyelid surgery with a strict refusal to compromise your natural anatomy. Outdated techniques often removed too much fat and skin, leaving patients with a hollowed-out or surprised look. Dr. Stark and Dr. Campbell utilize advanced, tissue-sparing techniques designed to carefully remove excess skin and reposition—rather than eliminate—orbital fat. The result is an undetectable, biological reset.

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Upper Blepharoplasty

Depending on your specific anatomical needs, your surgeon may recommend addressing the upper eyelids, the lower eyelids, or both simultaneously for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

Upper Blepharoplasty

Focuses on the hooding and heaviness above the eye.

Over time, the skin of the upper eyelid stretches and droops, sometimes resting on the eyelashes and impairing peripheral vision. An upper blepharoplasty removes this heavy, excess skin. Instead of aggressively excising the underlying tissue, we meticulously sculpt it to recreate a crisp, youthful eyelid crease that frames the eye naturally.

Lower Blepharoplasty

Focuses on under-eye bags and deep, shadow-casting hollows.

Lower eyelid aging is primarily a volume and structural issue. The orbital fat pads that cushion the eye begin to bulge forward, creating bags, while the tissue just below them thins out, creating dark circles. Rather than simply removing this fat (which causes a skeletal look as you age), Dr. Stark and Dr. Campbell carefully reposition it over the orbital rim. This smooths the transition between the lower lid and the cheek, erasing the shadow.

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What is eyelid surgery?

Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, involves removing excess fat and skin around the eyes. Depending on the patient's particular issues and anatomy, the upper and lower eyelids can be done together (double eyelid surgery) or individually. The goal of the procedure is to create a refreshed, youthful appearance that looks natural.

Instead of asking "what have you had done?", your friends and family will comment on how happy, restful, and refreshed you look. An upper blepharoplasty is a relatively simple, minimally-invasive procedure that can yield dramatic, life-changing results in the right patient.

The Blepharoplasty Procedure

Precision techniques for an undetectable outcome.

Your blepharoplasty procedure is performed in our private, fully accredited surgical facility in Bryn Mawr. Depending on whether you are undergoing an isolated eyelid surgery or combining it with a deep plane facelift, it can be performed under local anesthesia with twilight sedation or general anesthesia.

The Upper Incision: For the upper eyelids, your surgeon places a delicate incision perfectly hidden within the natural crease of the eye. Through this access point, precise amounts of skin and muscle are addressed.
The Lower Incision: For the lower eyelids, we frequently utilize a transconjunctival approach. The incision is hidden entirely on the inside of the lower eyelid, leaving zero visible scarring on the outside of the face. If a small amount of excess lower eyelid skin needs to be pinched and removed, a micro-incision is placed just millimeters below the lower lash line, where it heals virtually invisibly.

The procedure typically takes one to two hours, and you will return home the same day to begin your recovery.

Blepharoplasty
Recovery

What to expect during your healing timeline.

A smooth blepharoplasty recovery requires patience, but the physical downtime is highly manageable. Because Dr. Stark and Dr. Campbell utilize preservation techniques that respect the vascular network of the eye, surgical trauma and bruising are minimized.

The First 48 Hours: You will experience mild to moderate swelling and bruising around the eyes. Discomfort is generally minimal and easily managed with over-the-counter pain medication and cold compresses. You will need to keep your head elevated, even while sleeping.
Days 3 to 7: Swelling begins to subside rapidly. If non-dissolvable sutures were used, they will be removed at our office around day five or six.
The Return to Normalcy: Most of our professional patients feel comfortable returning to the office, participating in video calls, and running errands within 7 to 10 days. Any residual bruising can easily be concealed with light makeup or glasses.

Blepharoplasty Results

Longevity and structural integrity.

Your final blepharoplasty results will fully emerge over the course of a few months as the last fractions of micro-swelling resolve and the incisions fade entirely into the natural contours of your eyes.

Because we focus on deep-tissue repositioning rather than just skin removal, the outcomes are exceptionally long-lasting. While your face will naturally continue to age, the heavy hooding and pronounced under-eye bags rarely return. Your eyes will remain open, alert, and structurally refreshed for years to come, maintaining your fundamental identity without ever looking done.

Upper
blepharoplasty

Upper blepharoplasty is a very straightforward procedure and can be performed right in the office at StarkMD Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Center under local anesthesia. After making one incision in the crease of the eyelid, Dr. Stark removes excess skin before carefully and methodically closing the incision. His skillful suturing technique as well as the location of the incision allow for the eyelid surgery scar to be completely hidden. The sutures are removed five days post-operatively.

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Lower blepharoplasty

Lower blepharoplasty, the eyelid surgery for under the eye, is slightly more involved due to the anatomy and the usual need to remove excess fat, in addition to just skin. For this reason, general anesthesia is necessary for this procedure.

To perform lower eyelid surgery Philadelphia plastic surgeon, Dr. Stark makes an incision under the lower lash line or within the eye along the lower eye-lid. Through this incision, Dr. Stark is able to remove the excess tissue carefully, maintaining the underlying muscular support as well as the shape of the eye. Bruising and swelling are typically more severe after this type of surgery than from an upper blepharoplasty but tend to resolve within one to two weeks.

In addition to the excess fat that accumulates under the eye, there is often hollowing that occurs at the junction between the lower eyelid and cheek. A lower blepharoplasty is often combined with fat grafting and lasering to help smooth the skin and blend the appearance of this groove.

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Your patient experience

Dr. Stark will ensure you feel comfortable the minute you walk into StarkMD Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Center. His friendly staff, comfortable exam rooms and warm bedside manner will immediately put you at ease. We understand surgery can be emotionally difficult and ultimately the key to a successful eyelid surgery is alignment of your goals with those of your doctor.

The consultations at StarkMD Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery allow the time and comfort each patient deserves to discuss their desired outcome. As with any surgery, health is of the utmost importance and Dr. Stark will ensure you are taking any necessary supplementation and stop any medications that may interfere with surgery. In addition, Dr. Stark's considerable skill and finesse come through to minimize scarring with every closing suture.

Philadelphia plastic surgeon Dr. Ran Stark

Meet the Doctor

Ran Stark, M.D. is Philadelphia double-board certified plastic surgeon, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He completed more than 10 years of additional training and residencies after completing his medical degree to become one of the foremost plastic surgeons in the Philadelphia area.

His keen attention to detail, artistic eye, and practiced hands help him give his patients consistently exemplary blepharoplasty results - but the difference is also in his manner. Dr. Stark makes your goals his own. He will always do the utmost to help you uncover the greatest version of yourself.

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If you want to learn more about blepharoplasty Philadelphia double board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Ran Stark can answer any questions you may have, or address your concerns in a consultation. During your consultation he will carefully analyze your eyes and surrounding skin. Together you can create a unique, individualized surgical approach that most closely aligns with your goals.

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Blepharoplasty FAQs

Will a blepharoplasty change the shape of my eyes?

No. This is a common fear stemming from outdated surgical techniques. Our preservation-first approach ensures that the fundamental shape and character of your eyes remain completely intact. The goal is to restore the eyelid contour you had ten or fifteen years ago, not to alter your natural appearance.

Are blepharoplasty scars visible?

No. Plastic surgeons are experts in scar camouflage. Upper eyelid incisions are hidden deep within the natural crease of the lid, making them invisible when your eyes are open. Lower eyelid incisions are typically made inside the eyelid itself (transconjunctival) or concealed directly beneath the lower lash line. Once fully healed, these micro-incisions are undetectable to the naked eye.

Can a blepharoplasty be combined with other facial procedures?

Absolutely. In fact, eyelid surgery is frequently combined with other facial rejuvenation procedures for a more comprehensive biological reset. It pairs exceptionally well with a Deep Plane Facelift, a Brow Lift (to correct a heavy forehead that pushes down on the eyes), or Facial Fat Grafting to permanently restore lost volume in the cheeks and temples.

When can I wear makeup and contact lenses again?

To prevent infection and allow the delicate incisions to heal, we ask that you avoid wearing eye makeup (like mascara or eyeliner) and contact lenses for about 10 to 14 days following your surgery. You may wear standard glasses immediately.

Philadelphia’s Beauty Standard — StarkMD

Philadelphia plastic surgeon Dr. Ran Stark brings decades of experience and training to each consultation. When you meet with Dr. Stark, he takes the time to give you information and options, so you can have confidence in your decision to move forward with the best procedure for you. Confidence. Personalized care. Impeccable results. That’s the Stark Difference. Discover that difference yourself by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Stark today.

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(484) 482-8809

Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)

The Stark MD Approach to Eyelid Surgery

REFRESHED

Upper Blepharoplasty

Upper Blepharoplasty

Lower Blepharoplasty

Upper Lid Blepharoplasty Before & Afters

What is eyelid surgery?

The Blepharoplasty Procedure

Blepharoplasty Recovery

What to expect during your healing timeline.

Blepharoplasty Results

Upper blepharoplasty

Lower blepharoplasty

EYELID

Your patient experience

Meet the Doctor

STARK

Schedule a consultation

CONSULT

Blepharoplasty FAQs

Will a blepharoplasty change the shape of my eyes?

Are blepharoplasty scars visible?

Can a blepharoplasty be combined with other facial procedures?

When can I wear makeup and contact lenses again?

Philadelphia’s Beauty Standard — StarkMD

Blepharoplasty
Recovery

Upper
blepharoplasty