The eyelids tolerate very little error. Removing too much skin creates a hollow, surprised look that is difficult to reverse, so our surgeons take only what the result requires.
Board-Certified Surgeon
Dr. Howland and Dr. Maglić
Surgeon-Led at Every Step
Consultation through final follow-up
Natural, Never Overdone
Results that look like you
Individualized Surgical Plans
Designed for your anatomy
What it Does
- Removes excess skin from the upper eyelids
- Reduces bagginess and puffiness beneath the lower lids
- Raises low, heavy eyebrows to open the upper face
- Renews a rested, youthful appearance
- Restores a rested, alert appearance
What Eyelid Surgery and a Brow Lift Treat
Address Heaviness Above and Below the Eyes
Eyelid surgery in South Jordan from Avant Plastics removes the excess skin and protruding fat that make the eyes appear tired. When low brows contribute to that heaviness, Dr. Howland and Dr. Maglić may recommend pairing the procedure with a brow lift, so the entire upper face reads as rested.
What It Treats:
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Loose, excess skin along the upper eyelids
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Bags and puffiness beneath the lower lids
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Hooding that rests against the lash line
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Low or heavy eyebrows
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Loose forehead skin and deep horizontal lines
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Excess upper lid skin that narrows your field of vision
Meet Dr. Howland
A Salt Lake native, published author, and board-certified plastic surgeon devoted to honest guidance and beautiful results.
Meet Dr. Maglić
A trained artist and board-certified plastic surgeon who brings photorealistic precision and genuine warmth to every patient’s care.
Why Choose
Avant Plastics
Delicate tissue deserves an experienced hand.
Heavy upper lids sometimes trace back to the brow rather than the eyelid itself. Your surgeon explains your facial structure and the likely causes of heaviness before recommending a procedure.
Our surgeons hold board certification, a Salt Lake City Best award, and the top statewide Google review ranking. These credentials were earned through consistent outcomes.
The Process
Planned. Performed. Perfected.
Prepare With Confidence
Every Avant Plastics patient receives a pre-surgical checklist covering medication, nutrition, transportation, and recovery planning, so surgery day arrives without guesswork.
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Out-of-Town Patients
Traveling for Your Procedure?
Patients visit Avant Plastics from across Utah and beyond. Our travel guide covers nearby lodging, airport access, and how to plan a comfortable recovery away from home.
Complementary Procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
You may be a good candidate if you are in good general health, do not smoke, and want to address loose upper lid skin or eye bags. A consultation is required. During this time, your surgeon examines the position of your lids and brows together, because the same heaviness can originate in either structure.
Eyelid surgery addresses the lids themselves, removing loose skin from the upper lids and reducing bagginess beneath the lower lids. A brow lift addresses loose forehead skin and low eyebrows, raising the brow to its natural position. Patients may benefit from one or both procedures.
Eyelid surgery takes about 1 hour and can be performed under general anesthesia or local anesthetic injection. A brow lift takes about 2 hours under general anesthesia. Both are performed by a board-certified surgeon, and both require a responsible adult to drive you home.
Sometimes. When excess skin obstructs your superior field of vision, upper eyelid surgery may be considered functional rather than cosmetic. However, insurers typically require visual field testing and standardized photographs to document the obstruction. Lower lid surgery is nearly always cosmetic. Our team reviews your benefits with you before you schedule your surgery date.
Yes. Combining the procedures treats the upper face as one unit and consolidates your recovery into a single window. Your surgeon determines during your consultation whether combining them serves your anatomy. They then plan the operative time accordingly.
Incisions follow the natural crease of the upper lid and sit just beneath the lash line or inside the lower lid, so healed scars are difficult to detect. Expect them to look red and slightly raised for a few weeks. This is normal, and the scars fade into a fine white line over the following months.
Apply ice over the gauze in 20-minute intervals for the first 24 to 48 hours, never directly against the skin. Keep your head elevated at least 2 pillow heights for 48 hours, then sleep on your back with your head raised for at least 10 days. Avoid salty foods and alcohol during the first week, since both increase swelling.
You can apply eye makeup and a light moisturizer 10 days after surgery. Remove makeup gently with oiled pads or a light cold cream, and skip heavy overnight creams. Use a high-SPF sunscreen throughout the healing process, because sun exposure encourages aggressive scarring.
Skip hair dyes, bleach, high-heat blow-drying, and harsh styling products for at least 4 weeks. Rest with your head elevated on extra pillows or in a recliner to control swelling. When you shampoo, tilt your head back and bend at the knees instead of the waist.
Eyelid surgery and brow lift results are long-lasting, though neither procedure halts the aging process. Sun protection, hydration, and avoiding nicotine help preserve results, and nonsurgical treatments like laser skin resurfacing can help maintain skin quality around the eyes.
Begin With Confidence
Your Next Step Starts Here
Experienced, board-certified surgeons guide every step at Avant Plastics, from your first question to your final follow-up. Reach out today and discover skilled, patient-first surgical care.
