Introduction
If puffiness, under-eye bags, or sagging skin are making you look tired or older than you feel, lower eyelid surgery could be the perfect solution. Dr. Karthik Shastri at KSMD Facial Plastic Surgery in Chicago specializes in smoothing and tightening the skin around your eyes, giving you a youthful, refreshed appearance that radiates vitality. Ready to feel more confident and look your best? Dr. Shastri will guide you every step of the way to help you achieve the rejuvenated, rested look you’ve been dreaming of.
Lower eyelid surgery rejuvenates the under-eye area by fixing issues like puffiness, dark circles, and sagging skin. Fat can accumulate beneath our eyes as we age, leading to the appearance of bags or puffiness. This surgery removes or repositions excess fat and, if necessary, removes or tightens any redundant lower eyelid skin.
Lower eyelid surgery offers our clients several benefits for their under-eye area, such as:
Lower eyelid surgery with Dr. Shastri in Chicago can restore a more youthful, energetic appearance, making you look more rested and less fatigued.
The best individuals for lower eyelid surgery are those with:
If you have any of these concerns and are in generally good health, you might be a great candidate for lower eyelid surgery.
Consultation and Assessment
The first step toward undergoing lower eyelid surgery is to call and schedule a comprehensive consultation with Dr. Shastri at KSMD Facial Plastic in Chicago. He will evaluate your overall health, address your goals and questions, and determine if you’re a suitable candidate. Dr. Shastri will also explain the surgery, any potential risks, and your expected outcome, ensuring you have a clear understanding before making a decision.
Dr. Shastri will make small incisions just below your lower lash line or inside your lower eyelid to remove excess skin and fat. They will then be closed with dissolvable stitches.
After the procedure, you’ll be monitored in a recovery area until you’re stable. Having someone accompany you home is advisable, as your vision may be blurry, and you might feel groggy from the anesthesia.
In the first week, you may experience swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort around the eyes; a cold compress can help minimize those.
By the second to fourth week, swelling and bruising begin to subside significantly, and most individuals feel comfortable resuming social activities. Light activities can usually be resumed during this time, but it’s important to avoid strenuous exercises and heavy lifting for at least four to six weeks. While many patients feel largely recovered by the fourth or fifth week, complete healing can take several months, and minor residual swelling may persist.
The cost of lower eyelid surgery in Chicago typically ranges between $3,000 to $7,000.
To get a better estimate, scheduling a consultation with Dr. Shastri at KSMD Facial Plastic Surgery is best.
Dr. Karthik Shastri is a double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon based in Chicago. He offers aesthetic and reconstructive surgery expertise. With degrees from the University of Virginia and Drexel University Medical School, he trained in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Albany Medical Center and refined his skills during a prestigious fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He specialized in facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and skin cancer reconstruction there.
At KSMD Facial Plastic Surgery, Dr. Shastri blends the latest techniques with a commitment to natural, long-lasting results. As a member of both the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) and the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), he provides personalized care tailored to each of his patient’s unique needs.
Meet the Doctor
To schedule a consultation with Dr. Karthik Shastri at KSMD Facial Plastic Surgery in Chicago, please call (847) 535-6545. Our office is located at 2300 Chestnut Ave, Suite 100, Glenview, IL 60026.
