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Rested, more open eyes

Blepharoplasty
in Augusta, GA

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Blepharoplasty — eyelid surgery — removes the excess skin and puffiness that make the eyes look tired or hooded, performed by Dr. Troy Austin, a double board-certified plastic surgeon. Honest guidance on upper vs. lower, cost, and recovery.

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Eyelid Surgery

Rested eyes, not a different face.

Dr. Troy Austin, MD, board-certified plastic surgeon in Augusta, GA

Medically reviewed by Dr. Troy Austin, MD — double board-certified plastic surgeon ◆ Updated July 2026

Blepharoplasty (pronounced BLEF-uh-roh-plas-tee), or eyelid surgery, removes excess skin and fat from the upper and/or lower eyelids to create a more open, rested, and youthful look around the eyes. On the upper lids it lifts the heavy, hooded skin that can make you look tired — or even block your side vision; on the lower lids it smooths the puffy “bags” that make you look worn out. At Southeastern Aesthetic Surgery in Augusta, GA, Dr. Troy Austin performs upper, lower, and combined eyelid surgery — for cosmetic reasons and, when drooping skin obstructs vision, for functional ones too.

Upper, lower, or both?

Board certified

1 x

Dr. Austin is certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery — the training the delicate eyelid area deserves.

Hours, outpatient

1-

Most eyelid surgery is done in our accredited on-site surgery center, often under local anesthesia with sedation. You go home the same day.

Starting price

$ 1

We publish a real starting number and give you an exact, all-in quote at consultation. Financing available.

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Dr. Troy Austin, board-certified plastic surgeon and supervising physician at 7 Seas Medical Spa in Augusta, GA
Dr. Troy Austin Double board-certified
Your surgeon

Millimeters matter around the eyes.

Eyelid surgery is a game of millimeters — remove too little skin and nothing changes; remove too much and the eye can’t close properly. Getting it right takes a surgeon with genuine surgical judgment. Dr. Austin is double board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, completed his plastic surgery fellowship at the Medical College of Georgia right here in Augusta, and trained in general surgery at the Ochsner Clinic Foundation in New Orleans.

He’ll give you a straight answer about what eyelid surgery can and can’t do for your eyes — and whether a brow issue or a skin-quality issue is really what’s bothering you — before you ever schedule surgery.

The goal of a blepharoplasty is for people to say you look rested, not to say you look operated on. Restraint is the whole art. Dr. Troy Austin
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Credentials & affiliations

  • American Board of Plastic Surgery & American Board of Surgery
  • Fellowship — Medical College of Georgia
  • Member, ASAPS · ASPS · Georgia Society of Plastic Surgeons
Is it right for you?

“You look tired” — when you're not.

People keep asking if you’re tired or upset, when you feel fine. Concealer no longer hides the puffiness, and heavy upper lids make eye makeup pointless — sometimes they even crowd your field of vision when you read or drive. That’s what eyelid surgery addresses: the excess skin and fat that age the eyes faster than the rest of the face. If the real problem is a low, heavy brow rather than the lid itself, Dr. Austin will tell you — because a brow lift, not a blepharoplasty, is what fixes that.

Upper, lower, or both?
Types of eyelid surgery

Upper, lower, or both?

The right blepharoplasty depends on which lids bother you and why. Here’s how the options compare.

 Upper BlepharoplastyLower BlepharoplastyUpper + Lower
Best forHooded, heavy upper lidsUnder-eye bags & puffinessTired look above & below
IncisionHidden in the natural lid creaseJust below the lashes or inside the lidBoth, in one procedure
Can be functional?Yes — if skin blocks visionUsually cosmetic onlyUpper portion may qualify
AnesthesiaOften local + sedationLocal + sedation or generalLocal + sedation or general
DowntimeAbout 1–2 weeks sociallyAbout 1–2 weeks sociallySimilar — done together

Eyelid surgery is frequently combined with a brow lift when a heavy brow is part of the picture, or with skin resurfacing for fine lines — so Dr. Austin treats the whole upper face, not just one part of it.

Cosmetic vs. functional

Functional or cosmetic?

This is the part most eyelid pages skip: an upper blepharoplasty isn’t always purely cosmetic. When drooping skin is heavy enough to block your vision, it can be a functional, medically necessary procedure.

Functional (medical) blepharoplasty

When excess upper-eyelid skin hangs low enough to obstruct your side vision, removing it is considered functional, typically documented with a visual-field test. Southeastern Aesthetic Surgery is a self-pay practice and does not bill insurance, but for a functional upper blepharoplasty we can provide the documentation you need to seek reimbursement from your insurer on your own. Dr. Austin can assess whether your lids may qualify.

Cosmetic blepharoplasty

When the goal is a refreshed, less-tired appearance rather than restoring vision, eyelid surgery is cosmetic and paid for out of pocket, with financing available. Lower-eyelid surgery for under-eye bags is almost always cosmetic.

Which one are you?

Many patients are a mix: a functional upper lid and a cosmetic touch to match. Your consultation sorts out exactly what you need, so there are no surprises.

If it blocks your vision, tell us.

When heavy upper-lid skin obstructs your vision, a visual-field test documents it, and we can provide that paperwork so you may seek reimbursement from your insurer on your own. Southeastern Aesthetic Surgery is a self-pay practice and does not bill insurance.

Straight talk

What it fixes — and what it doesn't.

Blepharoplasty is powerful for the right problem and useless for the wrong one. Being honest about the difference is how you avoid a disappointing result.

What it does fix

Hooded, heavy upper-lid skin; puffy lower-lid “bags” from protruding fat; and the general tired, aged look those create. On the upper lid, results are often long-lasting.

What it won’t fix

Eyelid surgery does not erase crow’s feet or the fine lines at the corners of the eyes, and it won’t lift a heavy, sagging brow. It also won’t remove dark under-eye circles caused by pigment or by hollows — though it can help when those shadows come from puffy bags casting a shadow.

What pairs with it

For crow’s feet and fine lines, resurfacing or a neuromodulator complements surgery; for a low brow, a brow lift is the real answer; and for hollow tear troughs, filler can help. Dr. Austin plans the eyes as a whole so one procedure doesn’t leave an obvious mismatch.

Lids, not lines. Blepharoplasty fixes excess skin and bags — crow’s feet and brow position are different problems with different solutions.

Investment

How much does eyelid surgery cost in Augusta?

Cost depends on whether you’re treating the upper lids, lower lids, or both. In the Augusta area, most cosmetic eyelid surgery ranges from $3,800 to $10,800. Your exact quote is confirmed in writing at your consultation.

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Upper blepharoplasty $3,800 – $6,000
Lower blepharoplasty $4,800 – $6,800
Upper + lower (combined) $7,500 – $10,800
Functional upper (vision-obstructing) Varies
Consultation with Dr. Austin $100

Your quote depends on whether one or both lids are treated and the anesthesia used — and includes the surgery center. A functional upper blepharoplasty for vision-obstructing skin is quoted separately; we can provide documentation you may submit to your insurer for possible reimbursement. Southeastern Aesthetic Surgery is a self-pay practice and does not bill insurance. Financing is available through Cherry, CareCredit, PatientFi, and Alle Financing.

Candidacy, recovery & results

Healing, timing & what lasts.

Are you a candidate?

Good candidates are in general good health, don’t smoke, have realistic expectations, and are bothered by heavy upper lids or under-eye bags. Certain dry-eye and thyroid-eye conditions need to be discussed first, which is exactly what your consultation is for.

Recovery week by week

  • Days 1–3: bruising and swelling peak; cool compresses and head elevation help. Plan to rest and have someone drive you home.
  • Week 1: stitches typically come out around 5–7 days; you’ll feel presentable to yourself but still visibly healing.
  • Weeks 1–2: most people return to work and social life, with any lingering bruising easily covered by makeup once cleared.
  • Weeks 2–6: swelling continues to settle; you’ll ease back into exercise as Dr. Austin clears you.

How long does it last?

Upper-eyelid results are often long-lasting — because the excess skin is removed, many people never need it done again, though the face keeps aging naturally around it. Lower-lid results are also durable. Eyelid surgery has no known negative effect on your vision.

The first three days do the heavy lifting. Cool compresses and keeping your head elevated make the biggest difference to early swelling.

Good to know

Eyelid surgery Questions.

What is blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery)?

Blepharoplasty (pronounced BLEF-uh-roh-plas-tee) is surgery that removes excess skin and fat from the upper and/or lower eyelids for a more open, rested look. On the upper lids it lifts heavy, hooded skin; on the lower lids it smooths puffy bags. It can be cosmetic or, when drooping skin blocks vision, functional.

Upper blepharoplasty removes heavy, hooded skin from the upper lids through an incision hidden in the natural lid crease, and may be functional if the skin blocks vision. Lower blepharoplasty smooths under-eye bags through an incision just below the lashes or inside the lid, and is almost always cosmetic. Many patients have both together.

Southeastern Aesthetic Surgery is a self-pay practice and does not bill insurance. Upper-lid surgery is sometimes medically necessary when heavy, drooping skin obstructs your vision, usually documented with a visual-field test. In that case we can provide paperwork you may submit to your insurer for possible reimbursement on your own. Lower-lid surgery for bags is cosmetic. Dr. Austin can assess whether your lids may qualify as functional.

In the Augusta area, an upper blepharoplasty runs about $3,800–$6,000, a lower blepharoplasty about $4,800–$6,800, and both together roughly $7,500–$10,800. Your written quote is confirmed at consultation, and financing is available through Cherry, CareCredit, PatientFi, and Alle Financing.

Upper-eyelid results are often long-lasting — because the excess skin is removed, many people never need it repeated, though the face keeps aging naturally around it. Lower-lid results are also durable. Eyelid surgery has no known negative effect on your vision.

Bruising and swelling peak in the first two to three days and are eased with cool compresses and keeping your head elevated. Stitches usually come out around 5–7 days, and most people are back to work and social life within one to two weeks, covering any lingering bruising with makeup once cleared. Swelling fully settles over several weeks.

Not directly. Blepharoplasty removes excess eyelid skin and puffy bags, but it does not erase crow’s feet or fine lines at the corners of the eyes, and it won’t remove dark circles caused by pigment or hollows. It can help shadows caused by puffy bags. Resurfacing, a neuromodulator, or filler can address those other concerns alongside surgery.

Yes. Eyelid surgery is frequently combined with a brow lift when a low, heavy brow is part of the tired look, and it pairs well with a facelift or skin resurfacing for a balanced result. If a heavy brow — not the lid itself — is the real issue, Dr. Austin will tell you, since a brow lift is what corrects that.

Good candidates are in general good health, don’t smoke, have realistic expectations, and are bothered by heavy upper lids or under-eye bags. Certain dry-eye or thyroid-eye conditions should be discussed first. A consultation with Dr. Austin determines whether eyelid surgery — or a different procedure like a brow lift — is the right fit.

Yes. Patients travel in from across Georgia and the Carolinas. Start with a virtual consultation so your plan is set before you arrive, and because bruising is heaviest early on, plan to stay in the Augusta area for about a week. Augusta Regional Airport is about 20 minutes away.

Service area

Serving Augusta and the wider CSRA.

Our practice sits just off River Watch Parkway in Augusta, minutes from Evans and Martinez and a straight shot from I-20. Patients come to us from across Columbia and Richmond counties and from across the Savannah River in South Carolina.

Prefer to start from home? Virtual consultations are available, a convenient first step before you travel to Augusta.

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Traveling to Augusta for eyelid surgery?

Patients travel to Dr. Austin from across Georgia, the Carolinas, and beyond to have their eyelid surgery done by one trusted surgeon. Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) is roughly 20 minutes from our surgery center.

Start with a virtual consultation — share your goals and a few photos, and Dr. Austin will outline a plan before you travel. Because bruising is heaviest in the first few days, plan to stay in the Augusta area for about a week. Our team helps coordinate scheduling, lodging, and follow-up.

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Patient experiences

What our patients say.

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From my initial consultation through my procedure, my experience was nothing short of exceptional. Every step of the process was informative, professional, and reassuring. Dr. Austin and his entire staff were incredibly patient, attentive, and always willing to answer any questions I had. The level of customer service and hospitality exceeded my expectations. Everyone made me feel comfortable, valued, and confident in my decision throughout the entire journey. Dr. Austin’s expertise, compassion, and dedication to his patients are truly remarkable. I feel extremely blessed to have had Dr. Austin as my surgeon and would highly recommend him and his facility to anyone considering a procedure. Thank you for providing such outstanding care and an amazing experience.

I had an amazing experience with Dr. Austin and the entire staff during my implants exchange procedure. From the very beginning, everyone made me feel safe, comfortable, and truly cared for. Dr. Austin was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to answer all of my questions, which gave me so much confidence throughout the process. The staff was kind, supportive, and welcoming every step of the way. I’m very grateful for the excellent care I received and highly recommend Dr. Austin and his team!.

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Austin and his team!!! From the time you walk in until the time you leave they make you feel like the only patient in the building. Dr. Austin is truly wonderful. Before surgery my consult was very thorough and he answered every question I had. The medical staff and Dr. Austin made surgery day and recovery a breeze. The surgery center is immaculate with wonderful pre and post op staff which was important to me as a nurse myself. Having my surgery with Dr. Austin and his team was the best decision I ever made. Book that consultation and surgery!!! You will NOT regret it. I have never been happier with my body and my confidence is back!

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In Augusta — and worth the drive.

Our surgery center sits just off River Watch Parkway, an easy drive from Evans, Martinez, Grovetown, and Columbia County, plus North Augusta and Aiken across the river. Many patients travel from across Georgia and the Southeast; Augusta Regional Airport (AGS) is close by, and our team helps out-of-town patients coordinate every visit.

Southeastern Aesthetic Surgery

225 Cooper Ct
Augusta, GA 30907
(706) 854-2080
Mon–Thu 8:30am – 5:00pm · Fri 8:30am – 2:00pm

Approx. drive times

  • Martinez, GA 7 min
  • Evans, GA 11 min
  • Downtown Augusta, GA 17 min
  • North Augusta, SC 17 min
  • Grovetown, GA 22 min
  • Aiken, SC 38 min
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