There comes a moment, somewhere between your late 30s and early 50s, when your favorite eye cream, jade roller, and under-eye patches no longer do the trick.
You're not alone if you notice that your eyes look more tired than you feel. A growing number of Gen Xers and older Millennials are turning to surgical precision over temporary fixes—and they’re trusting Dr. Alexey Markelov in Tampa and Clearwater to help them refresh their look without losing what makes them them.
Why the Eyes Age First
The skin around your eyes is among your face's thinnest and most expressive. With time, natural aging, collagen loss, and genetics cause:
- Upper eyelid drooping that hides your eye contour
- Under-eye bags or puffiness that suggests fatigue
- Excess skin or fine lines that make makeup harder to apply
- A general look of tiredness or sadness, even when you’re feeling your best
Eye creams may hydrate and brighten temporarily, but they can’t lift, smooth, or remove sagging skin. That’s where blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, makes a lasting difference.
What Is Blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty is a delicate cosmetic procedure that restores the upper and/or lower eyelids. At AM Plastic Surgery, Dr. Markelov performs this surgery to:
- Eliminate puffy bags beneath the eyes
- Lift and sculpt sagging upper lids
- Smooth and firm the skin surrounding the eyes
- Restore symmetry and definition to the eye contour
For many, the shift to surgery is less about vanity and more about confidence and clarity, both visual and emotional. Thanks to a smoother eyelid contour, some patients also experience improved eyesight, less eye fatigue, and enhanced ease in applying makeup.
The Markelov Difference: Natural, Elevated, You
Dr. Markelov’s patients describe his results as “subtle,” “transformative,” and “magical.” A double board-certified plastic surgeon known for his meticulous technique, Dr. Markelov tailors every eyelid procedure to the individual, accounting for facial harmony, brow position, and underlying muscle support.
His approach to blepharoplasty:
- Prioritizes natural beauty
- Balances artistry and anatomy
- Leaves no telltale signs of surgery
Dr. Markelov's credentials speak for themselves, from training at top-ranked institutions to being honored for humanism in medicine. But it’s his warm, patient-centered care and concierge-level attention that make him Tampa’s trusted name in aesthetic facial rejuvenation.
Refresh, Restore, and Rejuvenate at AM Plastic Surgery
If you’ve relied on serums and concealers to hide signs of aging around your eyes, you’re likely aware that topical solutions can only go so far. At AM Plastic Surgery in Tampa, we offer an approach to eyelid rejuvenation grounded in medical excellence, advanced technique, and compassionate care.
Dr. Alexey Markelov is a double board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive training from top institutions like the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. With years of hands-on experience, published research, and a reputation for surgical artistry, Dr. Markelov is recognized as a leader in natural-looking facial rejuvenation, including upper and lower eyelid surgery.
Your most refreshed, confident self is waiting to be revealed. Schedule your private consultation today and experience the difference that expert care, proven results, and concierge-level attention can make.