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Arlington, Virginia, United States

Upper Blepharoplasty Arlington by Jonathan Cabin, MD - Facial Plastic Surgeon @ SkinDC

Eyelid Lift (Upper Blepharoplasty) in Arlington, VA | Jonathan Cabin, MD

Upper Blepharoplasty in Arlington, VA | Jonathan Cabin, MD - Facial Plastic Surgeon @ SkinDC

What is an Upper Blepharoplasty?

An upper blepharoplasty, or eyelid lift, is a precise surgical procedure designed to address excess skin and fat in the upper eyelid region. This transformative technique helps restore a more youthful, alert, and refreshed appearance to your eyes.

How Upper Blepharoplasty Works

The procedure focuses on two key eye area components:

  • The eyelid
  • The eyebrow region

Conditions Treated

Upper blepharoplasty effectively addresses:

  • Excess upper eyelid skin folds
  • Baggy upper eyelids
  • Muscle strain from sagging skin

Procedure Details for Arlington, VA Patients

Dr. Cabin's meticulous approach ensures personalized, natural-looking results through a comprehensive process:

  • Comprehensive initial consultation
  • Strategic incision placement within natural eyelid folds
  • Precise removal of excess skin and fat
  • Muscle enhancement techniques
  • Expert closure and recovery guidance

Ideal Candidates in the Arlington Area

Candidates for upper blepharoplasty typically experience:

  • Drooping upper eyelid skin
  • Perpetually tired eye appearance
  • Muscle strain around the eyes
  • Desire for a more youthful look

Recovery Expectations

Most patients can resume normal activities within two weeks, with complete healing occurring over 1-2 months. Temporary swelling and bruising are common but will gradually subside.

Potential Risks

While complications are rare, potential risks include:

  • Temporary vision changes
  • Mild scarring
  • Dry eye sensation

For more information about Upper Blepharoplasty in Arlington, VA, submit an enquiry to Jonathan Cabin, MD - Facial Plastic Surgeon @ SkinDC.

Reviews (5)

Nina R
March 26, 2025
Dr. Caban is FABULOUS. Extremely knowledgeable surgeon with a great eye and a careful approach. Wonderful bedside manner. Very down to earth and easy to talk to. To top it off, his staff is amazing! Smart, caring, and pleasant. Dr. Caban is absolutely invested in patient care at every stage. He listened carefully in the initial consult and provided his informed opinion. He is not pushy with products or proceduers. For us, the goal was a natural and functional outcome. And that's exactly what I got. I would argue he is probably one of the best facial plastic surgeons in the country. My results are so good, I had two surgeons compliment his work post-procedure. I would definitely reccomend him to my friends and family.
G H
March 25, 2025
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N L
March 11, 2025
I am consistently thrilled with my results after getting botox (sometimes Xeomin, sometimes Dysport, they carry all types) and hyaluronic acid fillers. My outcomes have been exactly what I was hoping for, natural-looking and subtle, which was important to me. Dr. Cabin's approach is thoughtful and professional, taking the time to really understand my goals and preferences. I truly appreciate how he prioritizes a natural enhancement, rather than a dramatic change, ensuring I still look like myself, just refreshed. The entire experience has been smooth, and I feel very well taken care of throughout the process. I highly recommend his services for anyone looking to achieve beautiful, natural results. He also offers lasers like the CoolPeel CO2 laser that I am planning to do soon!
savvymillennial
February 19, 2025
I am very pleased with my revision upper blepharoplasty and endoscopic brow lift results. I honestly wished I could have been fortunate enough to have found him for my primary upper bleph over 6 years ago. When I decided to have a revision done this past summer, I had a consult with a different surgeon who said I would need to have a brow lift for optimal results - this was the first time I had heard of this being recommended in conjunction with an upper blepharoplasty. I left that consult a bit skeptical and as I waited for my consult follow-up appointment, I continued searches for a facial plastic surgeon online. I stumbled upon Dr. Cabin and ultimately decided to move forward with him after watching his Instagram reels that were so informative when it came time for the consult, I hardly had any questions! Both Dr. Cabin and his Medical Assistant, Kristen, make a wonderful team. I have social anxiety and they both effortlessly put that at ease with their bedside manner.
Diane Shapson
February 11, 2025
I met with a number of surgeons before my lower blepharoplasty and ultimately, but easily, chose Dr Cabin. From the beginning his staff was so understanding, supportive, timely, and organized and that remained true through surgery and aftercare. As an anxious person, Dr Cabin's bedside manner was one of the things that stood out. He is so kind, friendly, caring. He took the time to understand my concerns and needs and addressed it all! He was so great at setting expectations along the entire process and put me at ease. I am so happy with my surgery results and highly recommend Dr Cabin! You're in the best hands!