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Brighten Your Eyes, Enhance Your View

Blepharoplasty at Narasimhan Plastic Surgery

Dr. Narasimhan combines surgical precision with artistic care, delivering natural and refined eyelid surgery that enhances vision and complements your facial features. Blepharoplasty offers a bright, refreshed, and rejuvenated appearance by refining eyelid contours to address heavy or drooping eyelids. Embrace a fresh sense of confidence in St. Petersburg with a meticulously tailored blepharoplasty procedure.

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Blepharoplasty at a Glance

  • Upper & Lower Eyelids – Remove excess skin, fat pads, and fine wrinkles
  • Quick Procedure – Typically lasts 1–2 hours under local or twilight sedation
  • Minimal Downtime – Return to most activities in 7–10 days; full recovery in ~4 weeks
  • Subtle Scars – Incision lines hidden in skin creases; fade over time
  • Long-Lasting Results – Younger-looking eyes for many years with proper care

A Subtle Change with a Big Impact

What is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty—also known as eyelid surgery—is a cosmetic and reconstructive procedure that removes sagging upper eyelid skin or fat pads beneath the lower lids.

It restores vision obstructed by drooping eyelids, reduces under-eye puffiness and dark circles, and enhances the natural contour of the upper and lower eyelids.

You can choose upper eyelid blepharoplasty, lower eyelid blepharoplasty, or a combined procedure, customized to your specific needs and facial shape.

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A Refined Result

What is the Blepharoplasty procedure like?

On surgery day at our accredited surgical center, anesthesia is administered (local with sedation or general).

For the upper eyelid, Dr. Narasimhan makes incisions along natural skin creases to remove excess skin and fat. For the lower eyelid, he removes or repositions orbital fat and may gently tighten connective tissue. Incision lines are then closed with fine sutures. Cold compresses are applied to reduce swelling. The whole process takes about 1–2 hours.

Functional Fixes, Aesthetic Benefits

What conditions does Blepharoplasty address?

  • Excess skin on upper eyelids causing drooping or obstructed vision
  • Puffiness or bags under the eyes from excess fat pads
  • Fine wrinkles and sagging of eyelid skin
  • Lid lag or eyelid contour concerns
  • Dark circles that are partially due to lower eyelid fullness
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A Smart Choice for the Right Patient

Who is a Candidate for Eyelid Surgery?

Cosmetic blepharoplasty is appropriate for healthy adults of all ages from Clearwater, FL, and other nearby communities who have realistic expectations about how the procedure can improve their appearance. This procedure focuses on the area immediately around the eyes, and may be a good choice if you have:

  • Loose skin, fine wrinkles, or fatty deposits on your upper or lower eyelids
  • Bags under your lower eyelids
  • Sagging upper eyelids that obscure your peripheral vision
  • Droopy lower eyelids that expose the lower whites of your eyes

Elegant Results, No Overdone Look

What are the benefits of Blepharoplasty?

  • Clear Vision & Bright Eyes – Removes skin that can block peripheral sight
  • Less Tired Appearance – Smooths under-eye bags and sagging lids
  • Long-Term Rejuvenation – Results often last 7–10+ years
  • Minimal Scarring – Natural creases hide fine scars
  • Complementary to Other Procedures – Works well with brow lift or facelift for full facial rejuvenation

Dr. Narasimhan took the time to understand what I was looking for, explained different options in detail, and provided great recommendations. Overall, really satisfied with how everything went from start to finish… Highly recommend.

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Healing Gracefully

Recovery From Eyelid Surgery

Recovery from eyelid surgery is minimal; in fact, you’ll likely return to your job and daily activities in less than 10 days.

This recovery period will vary; however, if you combine eyelid surgery with other facial sculpting procedures, such as a brow lift or a face and neck lift, the recovery time may be longer. Bruising around the eyes should fade after about 2 weeks to a month, and in the interim, many women find that they can adequately conceal any discoloration with light makeup. You should avoid vigorous exercise for about 3 weeks after surgery.

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What to expect week-by-week

Days 1–3: Swelling, mild bruising, gentle cold compresses recommended

Days 4–10: Sutures removed; daily activities resume; avoid heavy lifting

Weeks 2–4: Resume moderate exercise and contact lens wear

Months 1–3: Fine lines soften, scars continue fading; use prescribed eye drops as needed

Expect minimal pain, with healing that focuses on soft tissue recovery

Soft, Youthful, and All You

Blepharoplasty Results

You’ll notice sharper upper lid contours and reduced under-eye puffiness once swelling subsides—typically after 1–2 weeks. Final refinement unfolds over 3–6 months. Benefits are long-lasting, with many patients enjoying refreshed eyes for years.

The Eyes Are in Expert Hands

Why Choose Narasimhan Plastic Surgery for Blepharoplasty?

Dr. Narasimhan is a double board‑certified facial plastic surgeon with specialized expertise in eyelid anatomy. His precision ensures natural-looking, balanced outcomes with minimal risk of complications such as dry eye or lid asymmetry. Our practice delivers clear communication, thorough pre-op planning, and supportive post-op care to ensure your comfort and satisfaction throughout the journey.

For a more complete facial rejuvenation, Dr. Narasimhan can combine eyelid surgery with a brow lift or facelift. Sometimes, a brow lift alone achieves the improvements you're looking for by raising sagging eyebrows. Some patients may even combine eyelid surgery with rhinoplasty to create more balanced facial proportions. Dr. Narasimhan will help make this decision easier by providing you with a detailed physical examination and then discussing your facial sculpting options with you. You may also benefit from facial rejuvenation services at our on‐site Medical Day Spa.

Double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Kailash Narasimhan

dedicated to your care

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Dr. Narasimhan’s passion for plastic surgery is evident in his impressive credentials, which include:

Double board certification

American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Otolaryngology (Head & Neck Surgery)

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Guest faculty at internationally renowned cosmetic surgery meetings, such as the Dallas Cosmetic Symposium

The First Step

Dr. Narasimhan can restore a more rested, youthful appearance to your eye area through eyelid surgery. To learn more, request a consultation or call the office of Narasimhan Plastic Surgery at (727) 289-7119.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes—upper eyelid surgery often clears obstructed vision caused by hooded lids, enhancing peripheral sight.

Incisions are placed within natural eyelid creases (upper) or just below the lash line (lower). Scars are well-hidden and fade over time.

You’ll look presentable in 7–10 days; full recovery—including resolution of swelling and fine healing—can take 4 weeks or longer.

Yes—combining a brow lift with blepharoplasty offers a more comprehensive facial refresh for severe sagging eyebrows.

Lower blepharoplasty is optional and typically performed if under-eye fat pads or sagging skin are present. Not everyone requires both upper and lower procedures.

Although we cannot quote a specific price without an in-person consultation, the physician’s fees for a single set of eyelids range from $2,500 to $4,000; for both top and bottom eyelids, the range is from $4,500 to $5,500.

Most patients enjoy the youthful, refreshed look from eyelid surgery for several years. Keep in mind that cosmetic surgery will not stop the aging process. Additionally, you can retain your improvements longer by continuing a healthy diet and lifestyle, avoiding smoking, and protecting yourself from sun exposure with proper protection and sunscreen.

During your consultation, Dr. Narasimhan will listen to your concerns and assess the area around your eyelids to help you determine your personalized treatment plan, which could include upper, lower, or combination blepharoplasty, as well as other procedures, such as a brow lift.

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