Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

Eyelid surgery — blepharoplasty — is among the highest-impact, most efficient rejuvenation procedures available at Michael Horn Plastic Surgery & Med Spa in Chicago. Because periorbital skin is among the thinnest on the body, it ages relatively quickly, and even subtle changes to the upper or lower eyelids can meaningfully affect how rested, alert, and youthful a person appears. Dr. Michael Horn's blepharoplasty program covers the full spectrum of…

Upper blepharoplasty corrects excess upper eyelid skin that folds downward over the eyelid crease, creating a hooded or heavy appearance. In more pronounced cases, this redundant skin can encroach on the superior visual field, making the procedure both cosmetically and functionally relevant. Dr. Horn places the incision within the natural upper eyelid crease, ensuring that the healing scar is hidden in normal eye position. Through this incision, excess…

Lower blepharoplasty addresses the under-eye region — specifically the puffiness and bulging caused by prolapsed orbital fat that creates persistent under-eye bags, as well as excess lower eyelid skin that contributes to a tired appearance. Dr. Horn's preferred lower blepharoplasty technique uses a transconjunctival approach — placing the incision on the inner surface of the lower eyelid — which completely eliminates external scarring. This approach is…