Blepharoplasty and its Correlating Costs – Atlanta
The cost of eyelid surgery may vary from one practice to another depending on various factors. Eyes are the most delicate external organ of the body, which makes it imperative to receive this treatment from a skilled and experienced cosmetic surgeon only.
Dr. Paul McCluskey provides upper as well as lower eyelid surgery to his patients in Atlanta, GA and nearby areas. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) recommends that for blepharoplasty and other plastic surgery procedures, cost should be a secondary consideration, and the right choice of surgeon should be the first priority.
Factors Affecting the Cost
Cost of eyelid surgery will vary due to several factors that may impact the overall cost of the procedure.
Geographical Factors
The cost of blepharoplasty in Atlanta, GA may be different from the cost of the same procedure in Cleveland, OH or another region. The cost of living can vary in different places, which will impact the average cost of most products and services, including the services offered by a cosmetic surgeon.
Surgeon’s Fee
The fee charged by the surgeon for blepharoplasty procedure will form a significant component of the overall cost of the procedure. In most cases, the fees of the plastic surgeon will depend on his or her skills, experience and reputation with regard to blepharoplasty procedure.
Surgical Facility and Anesthesia Costs
If the procedure is performed at a state of the art operating room facility with the latest technologies and experienced support staff, the cost may be different than that of an average facility. Eyelid surgery may be performed under general anesthesia, and the cost of the anesthesia team should also be considered in the overall costs.
Other Expenses
Other costs related to eyelid surgery may include the costs of medical tests, prescription drugs, and post-operative visits to the surgeon’s office. All these minor costs may add up to a substantial amount together, and should be considered when making a cost estimate.
Average Cost of Blepharoplasty
The cost of lower eyelid surgery is usually a little higher than the cost of upper eyelid surgery. If both upper and lower eyelid surgeries are performed together, the procedure may be more cost-effective. Average cost of upper blepharoplasty may range from $3,000 to $5,000, depending on various factors, while the average cost of lower blepharoplasty may range between $4,000 and $6,000.
The cost of the combined procedure may be around $6,000 to $8,000. However, this cost will vary from one practice to another, and may even vary from one patient to another at the same practice. If the procedure is combined with another surgery such as brow lift, the cost will increase.
Insurance and Financing
If the plastic surgeon performs this surgery for medical reasons, the cost may be covered under the patient’s health plan. However, when it is performed only for aesthetic reasons, the patient may consider various financing options to make convenient payments for the procedure spread over a period of time.