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How much does Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) cost?

How much does Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) cost? | Houston SurgeryEyelid lift cosmetic surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is typically performed as an elective procedure. This implies that the patient will not receive insurance coverage for this procedure, and the monetary amount becomes a vital starting point in considering this surgery.

The surgeon will inform the patient of the approximate costs associated with eyelid surgery during the pre-op consultation. Prudent board certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak provides eyelid surgery to patients in Houston, Texas, and surrounding locations in this prolific region of the country.

 

Factors Impacting the Financial Stipulations

Many factors affect the price tag of upper and lower blepharoplasty at a specific practice. Practices located in busy metropolitan cities will typically have higher costs in comparison to practices in small, interior towns. The difference in costs occurs as the average cost of living varies in different regions.

Factors such as quality standards of a practice, individualized service, equipment, and the qualifications of the support team also impact the cost of a procedure. The patient can undergo blepharoplasty at a surgical center, hospital, or surgical suite.

The costs and advantages will differ with each option. Another important cost component is the surgeon’s fee which depends on their credentials, experience, and reputation in the area of eyelid surgery.

Some patients may need only lower or upper eyelid plastic surgery while others may require a combination of the two. A few patients may only need transconjunctival blepharoplasty, which could be slightly less expensive. The total costs will also increase if the patient undergoes the eyelid surgery along with procedures such as brow lift or Botox.  

 

Insurance Aspect

While eyelid surgery is an elective procedure with no possibility of insurance coverage, a noteworthy exception may be patients with ptosis. This condition causes the upper eyelids to sag heavily to the point where it obstructs vision. In such cases, the patient may receive full or partial coverage from the insurer.

It is advisable for the patient to speak to the cosmetic surgeon and the insurance company beforehand in such cases. The surgeon’s administrative staff may also be able to assist the patient with the insurance paperwork.

 

Financing Options

The surgeon may accept major credit cards as a mode of payment for the eyelid surgery. The patient can avail of traditional financing options such as bank loans as well as consider specialized medical care financing companies for loans at low rates of interest.

These companies typically offer faster loan approvals and easy monthly installments of up to 60 months. Other areas that patients can explore to seek financing for the blepharoplasty are private loans from friends or family.

 

Select a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

The dollar amount of eyelid surgery at a particular practice is not necessarily an indication of the quality they can provide. Therefore, the patient’s focus should be on choosing the best surgeon for their needs.

Patients can be assured that a board certified plastic surgeon will not compromise on quality and standards to reduce surgery costs. They may try to make their services more affordable for the patient. However, their fees for blepharoplasty will typically fall within a competitive price band.

Dedicated female cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak receives patients from Houston, Texas, and other towns and cities in The Lone Star State for eyelid lift.

For more information on procedures and treatments provided by board-certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Kristi Hustak please call us to schedule a consultation at 713.322.7265 or click here. Offices in Houston, Texas.