How Much Does Eyelid Surgery Cost?

The estimated total cost for eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is approximately $7,000 to $11,000, depending on what type of eyelid surgery a patient wishes to have. 

In the case of eyelid surgery, the cost depends on whether a patient is looking to have upper lid eyelid surgery, lower lid eyelid surgery, or a surgery to address both lids. 

A lower blepharoplasty surgery will cost from $7,000 to $9,500. An upper blepharoplasty surgery will cost $4,000 to $6,000, and a surgery to address both upper and lower eyelids will cost from $9,000 to $11,000.

We recognize that a patient’s decision to have eyelid surgery is an investment of both their time and financial resources. 

The cost of a plastic surgery procedure is a question we receive often — and it’s certainly an important topic for discussion. In searching for a plastic surgeon to perform blepharoplasty, look for a board-certified surgeon who offers realistic prices and natural results.

Cost Breakdown of Blepharoplasty

The total cost includes surgeon’s fee, operating room costs, and anesthesia fees. At The Williams Center, we have an in-house fully accredited operating center that allows us to minimize operating room costs. 

Surgeons’ Fee: $3,000 to $9,000

The surgeon’s fee for eyelid surgery ranges from $3,000 to $9,000, depending on whether patients wish to address one or both eyelids. 

A surgeon’s fee accounts for the doctor’s time and is based on their expertise in performing a blepharoplasty procedure. 

We caution patients from choosing a cheaper plastic surgeon simply because they offer the “lowest price.” Whether it’s your nose, your face, or another part of the body, it should not be priced as a commodity. Because of this, it’s essential to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon. 

This fee also supports employees and routine management of the practice. Our plastic surgeons specialize in their specific area of plastic surgery, and our facial plastic surgeons have decades of combined experience performing blepharoplasty.

The Operating Room (OR) Fee: $1,450 to $1,610

A typical OR fee for a blepharoplasty at the Plastic Surgery Center at Williams ranges from $1,450 to $1,610. 

The New England Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Center at The Williams Center is an onsite ambulatory surgery center that has been operating for approximately 20 years.

The Cosmetic Surgery Center is a fully accredited facility meeting all safety and surgical standards.

The OR fee as part of the cost of a blepharoplasty covers the sterile equipment, medications, and instruments that are used before, during, and after your surgery.

This fee also helps to support the surgical center staff such as receptionists, nurses, and surgical assistants who make the day of surgery a successful and pleasant experience. 

Anesthesia Fees: $1,000 to $1,260 

The anesthesia fees for blepharoplasty surgery range from $1,000 to $1,260, depending on the type of anesthesia used. 

During blepharoplasty, local anesthesia with sedation is often used, though general anesthesia may also be used when needed. 

Your surgeon will recommend which anesthesia should be used based on the individual procedure. 

What is Eyelid Surgery?

Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is a facial plastic surgery procedure designed to correct drooping and wrinkling of the upper eyelids along with puffy under eye bags. This is achieved by removing excess fat, skin, and muscle or volumizing with fat transfers.

Blepharoplasty may be performed on the upper eyelids, the lower eyelids, or both.

A common complaint of patients who are seeking out blepharoplasty is that they look tired or stressed even when they are well-rested. 

The results of this procedure typically lead to patients having a youthful, more refreshed look. 

Is Eyelid Surgery Covered by Insurance?

Blepharoplasty procedures that are performed solely for cosmetic purposes are typically not covered by insurance.

Example of eyelid surgery for cosmetic reasons

However, some degree of coverage may be available in cases where drooping of the upper lids interferes with vision.

The best way to determine if you qualify for an insurance component is to schedule an in-person consultation for a physical exam.

Example of a medically necessary blepharoplasty that would be covered by insurance

Sliver Technique: Explained

Our Williams Center facial specialists perform the “sliver technique” on the upper and/or lower eyelids. 

While performing blepharoplasty using the sliver technique, a fine incision is made in the upper eyelid’s crease, or just under the eyelashes in the lower eyelid. A small amount of excess skin is removed and sewn together with a very fine suture. The sutures are removed in about six days.

Reasons Why Patients Get Eyelid Surgery

• Loose or sagging skin that creates folds of the upper eyelid
• Fatty deposits that appear to be puffy eyelids
• Under eye bags
• Excess skin and fine wrinkles on the lower eyelid
• Sagging eyelids that impair vision

How Long Do the Results of Blepharoplasty Last?

The results of blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) are generally long lasting. The results of upper eyelid surgery will last about five to seven years, and the results of lower eyelid surgery results will last decades.

Schedule an Eyelid Surgery Consultation

During a blepharoplasty consultation at the Plastic Surgery Center at Williams, our board-certified facial plastic surgery specialists use computer-generated imagery (CGI) during the consultation for patients to visualize the potential results of plastic surgery.

Just like no two patients have the same medical situation and goals, no two faces are the same.

Our facial plastic surgery specialists partner with each patient to create a customized plastic surgery plan that accentuates their natural characteristics and achieves their desired goals.