Hagopian Plastic Surgery: Thomas Hagopian, MD
99 Krog St. NE, Unit C110
Atlanta, GA 30307
Phone: (404) 885-8542
Tuesday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Alert, expressive eyes communicate vitality and energy, whereas sagging upper eyelids or puffy undereye bags can lead people to think you’re tired or sad. Board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Courtney Cripps and Dr. Thomas Hagopian perform blepharoplasty, also known as eyelid surgery, at our Atlanta plastic surgery practice to lift and smooth eyelids for a refreshed appearance.
The techniques Dr. Cripps and Dr. Hagopian use to perform blepharoplasty vary depending on whether you’re having upper or lower blepharoplasty or both. Our surgeons customize each procedure based on your specific condition.
In most upper eyelid surgery procedures, Dr. Cripps and Dr. Hagopian use a local anesthetic plus sedation to keep you comfortable during the operation. They begin the procedure by making an incision along the upper eyelid’s natural crease and then removing excess skin. They may also remove or reposition fat and tighten muscles in the area before closing the incision.
General anesthesia is often used during lower eyelid surgery because it can be more uncomfortable than upper eyelid surgery. The location of the incisions Dr. Cripps or Dr. Hagopian makes for lower eyelid surgery varies depending on your specific concerns. If your primary concern is bulging fat below the eye, your surgeon will make an incision just inside the lower eyelid. This is called a transconjunctival approach, and it’s useful for younger patients with eyelids that smoothly transition to the skin of their upper cheeks.
Patients who are more concerned with signs of aging are good candidates for a transcutaneous approach, which involves making incisions just below the lash line on the outer eyelids. Dr. Cripps and Dr. Hagopian use these incisions to tighten muscles and remove excess skin and fat before closing the incisions. This approach also minimizes the appearance of dark undereye circles.
Eyelid surgery is one of the most consistently popular cosmetic surgery procedures performed in the U.S. Adult men and women of all ages can benefit. Younger patients can inherit traits such as undereye bulges or hooded upper eyelids and are also good candidates for the procedure.
Eyelid surgery is an excellent option for people concerned about:
If your peripheral vision is impaired by sagging upper eyelids, health insurance may cover some of the costs associated with eyelid surgery.
Plastic surgery is the perfect field for Dr. Hagopian, who has a knack for fixing things and helping people. He’s a former firefighter/paramedic, and he had a business building highly sought-after custom taillights in medical school. He met his wife, Nurse Hagopian, at Emory University, and they bonded over many shared interests, including a commitment to exceptional patient care.
Meet Dr. Thomas Hagopian
Georgia native Dr. Courtney Cripps has returned home to bring her expertise in facial, breast, body, and reconstructive plastic surgery to Hagopian Plastic Surgery. With advanced training at NYU Langone Health and a personalized approach to patient care, she is dedicated to helping every patient achieve natural-looking results that reflect their goals and lifestyle.
Meet Dr. Courtney CrippsIf you’re considering eyelid surgery to correct sagging skin and wrinkles, you may also benefit from other procedures such as chin liposuction. Our surgeons often combine facial plastic surgery procedures to create facial harmony and produce results that look natural. You may also want to consider combining eyelid surgery with nonsurgical treatments such as dermal fillers or BOTOX® injections.
The cost of eyelid surgery in Atlanta depends on the extent of the procedure, including whether you want to combine upper and lower eyelid surgery and whether it is combined with other procedures. Dr. Hagopian and Dr. Cripps customize each procedure and provide a personalized pricing estimate during your consultation. Many patients use healthcare financing to make their eyelid surgery more affordable. Please visit our Fees & Financing page to learn more about your financing options.
Whether you have upper or lower eyelid surgery or both, expect swelling, bruising, and some discomfort during your recovery. The healing process varies from patient to patient, but you should plan to take at least a week off work after eyelid surgery. Applying cold compresses and lubricating ointment can help control swelling and discomfort. It’s also important to protect your eyes from sun exposure during recovery.
Because Dr. Cripps and Dr. Hagopian conceal scars within natural creases of the eyelids, the resulting scars should be virtually imperceptible.
If you would like to learn more about whether eyelid surgery is right for you, please request a consultation online or call (404) 885-8542. Our Atlanta office welcomes people interested in eyelid surgery from Inman Park, Druid Hills, Decatur, and throughout Georgia.
