About the procedure
A simple but meaningful difference.
Refining the upper eyelids by removing or repositioning excess skin and fullness that can create a heavy appearance.
Improving lower eyelid contour by addressing puffiness and under-eye bags.
Restoring balance around the eyes while preserving your natural expression and individuality.
Creating a noticeable yet subtle improvement through a focused procedure designed around your unique anatomy.
What patients notice
Tired of looking tired.
Many patients seek eyelid surgery because their eyes appear tired, heavy, or aged, even when they feel healthy and energized. Others are referred by their eye doctor when excess upper eyelid skin begins to affect vision. Whether addressing appearance or function, the goal is the same: restoring a brighter, more rested look while preserving the natural expression that makes you uniquely you.
The approach
Where precision meets artistry.
Upper eyelid surgery requires a thoughtful balance of precision and restraint. Dr. Hu carefully addresses excess skin with meticulous technique, creating a subtle rejuvenation that allows the eyes to appear more open, refreshed, and naturally rested, not changed.
The difference
More rested, never surprised.
Many patients worry about looking surprised after eyelid surgery. This is often associated with excessive elevation of the brow rather than careful eyelid rejuvenation. The goal of eyelid rejuvenation is not to change your expression; it is to gently restore openness, reduce heaviness, and create a refreshed appearance that looks like you after a restful night’s sleep.
Candidacy
Is eyelid surgery right for you?
Many healthy adults are candidates for eyelid surgery. During your consultation, Dr. Hu will carefully evaluate your eye health, anatomy, and goals to determine whether the procedure is right for you. Conditions such as significant dry eye should be assessed before surgery. The goal is natural rejuvenation, restoring a more rested, refreshed appearance without changing who you are.
Procedure length
1 to 2 hours
Anesthesia
Local with sedation
Setting
Outpatient
Initial recovery
7 to 10 days
Return to work
About 1 week
Exercise
2 to 3 weeks
Final results
2 to 6 weeks
Recovery
A refined procedure. A gentle recovery.
Eyelid surgery recovery is typically straightforward with thoughtful aftercare. Cold compresses during the early healing period help minimize swelling and support comfort, while a small, discreet stitch is removed at your one-week follow-up. As healing progresses, most patients return to their normal routines and enjoy a refreshed, natural appearance.
Recovery
A gentle, predictable recovery.
The first few days are focused on reducing swelling and supporting healing with icepack. Swelling peaks around day 3 to 5. A small, hidden stitch is removed at your one-week follow-up, and most patients return to their normal routines shortly afterward. As swelling continues to resolve, the eyes gradually appear more rested, open, and refreshed.
recovery timeline
A quick return to normal.
The inside heals within four to six weeks. The outside takes longer, settling in stages before the final refinement shows.
Days 1 to 3
Ice, ice, ice
Icing as much as possible now does the most to limit swelling and bruising.
Days 3 to 4
Swelling peaks
Swelling reaches its high point, then begins to ease.
1 week
Stitch out
The single hidden stitch is removed and showering returns to normal.
A few days later
Back to makeup
Sunscreen and makeup can go over the incision within a couple of days.
2 weeks
Settled
Most swelling has resolved. Thicker skin may stay slightly puffy a little longer.
Frequently asked questions
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