Crafting eyes that appear rested, refreshed, and authentically yours is central to Dr. David Phillips’ approach to facial surgery. Upper blepharoplasty removes excess eyelid skin that can create a tired or heavy appearance, restoring a brighter, more alert look. Trust your face to a facial plastic surgeon.
Reframe Your Eyes With Enduring Refinement
The upper eyelids play an essential role in facial expression, framing the eyes and contributing to how alert, approachable, and energized you appear. Over time, the delicate skin of the upper eyelids gradually loses elasticity, while underlying tissues may shift and descend. This can create hooding, obscure the natural eyelid crease, and produce a heavy appearance.
Upper blepharoplasty is a highly refined surgical procedure that addresses these age-related changes. Through carefully placed incisions concealed within the natural eyelid crease, excess skin and, when appropriate, small amounts of underlying fat are removed or repositioned. The goal is not to change the character of your eyes, but to restore clarity, definition, and balance. When performed with restraint and artistic judgment, upper blepharoplasty creates a naturally refreshed appearance.
What Does Upper Blepharoplasty Treat?
Upper blepharoplasty can address a variety of concerns affecting the upper eyelids, including:
- Excess upper eyelid skin that creates hooding
- Heavy or drooping upper eyelids
- Loss of a well-defined upper eyelid crease
- Skin resting against or over the eyelashes
- A tired, aged, or fatigued appearance
- Upper eyelid fullness caused by protruding fat pads
- Asymmetry between the upper eyelids
- Obstruction of the upper field of vision from excess skin
- Difficulty applying eye makeup due to redundant eyelid skin
- A less open or less expressive appearance of the eyes
Why Choose
Dr. David Phillips?
Dr. David Phillips is a dual board-certified facial plastic surgeon whose entire practice is dedicated to the face. After earning his medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College, he completed his rigorous training across NewYork-Presbyterian, Weill Cornell, Columbia, and Memorial Sloan Kettering before pursuing advanced fellowship training in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with the renowned Glasgold Group. This singular focus allows him to approach upper blepharoplasty with the precision, restraint, and artistic judgment required to create results that feel both refined and enduring.
A Philosophy of Natural Results
His philosophy of facial surgery is reflected in every aspect of the patient experience:
- Performing only one surgical procedure each day
- A single-specialty practice dedicated to facial surgery
- Dually board-certified facial plastic surgery expertise
- Natural results designed to look authentically yours
- Meticulous attention to eyelid anatomy and facial harmony
- A concierge-level experience with exceptional surgeon accessibility
A Message from Dr. Phillips
In His Own Words.
“My job is to determine whether I can deliver a result I would be proud to stand by. Sometimes the honest answer is no. I will not talk anyone into a surgery I do not believe is right for them, and I will never put revenue above a result.”
Upper Blepharoplasty as a Complement to Rhinoplasty
The eyes and nose serve as the central anchors of the face. Because these features are viewed together, changes to one often influence how the other is perceived. As a rhinoplasty specialist whose practice is singularly focused on facial surgery, Dr. Phillips evaluates every patient through the lens of facial harmony, ensuring each refinement supports the balance of the entire face rather than a single feature in isolation.
For select patients, Dr. Phillips may recommend upper blepharoplasty alongside rhinoplasty when excess upper eyelid skin contributes to a heavy or fatigued appearance. While rhinoplasty refines the nose and its relationship to surrounding structures, upper blepharoplasty restores definition to the eyes. Addressing both areas during a single surgical plan can create a more cohesive, refreshed appearance while maintaining the natural architecture of your face.
Your Upper Blepharoplasty Experience
What Happens During Upper Blepharoplasty?
Dr. Phillips begins by precisely marking the amount of excess skin that can be safely removed. Once you are anesthetized, an incision is placed within the upper eyelid crease. Through this opening, he removes redundant skin and may conservatively sculpt or reposition protruding fat pockets that contribute to upper eyelid fullness. The underlying tissues are refined as needed to restore a more defined eyelid contour. Fine sutures are then used to close the incision.
What Can I Expect During Recovery After Upper Blepharoplasty?
You can expect mild swelling, bruising, tightness, and tenderness around the eyelids during the first week after surgery. Cold compresses, head elevation, and activity restrictions help support healing. Sutures are typically removed within several days, and most visible bruising gradually subsides over one to two weeks. As swelling continues to resolve, the eyelids appear smoother, lighter, and more defined, with the results refining over the following months.
Trust Your Face to a Facial Plastic Surgeon.
As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon and rhinoplasty specialist, Dr. Phillips approaches upper blepharoplasty with the same philosophy that guides every procedure he performs: restraint, precision, and an unwavering commitment to natural results. His goal is not to change how you look, but to restore balance and refinement. If you are considering upper blepharoplasty in New York City, schedule your consultation with Dr. Phillips today.
