Chicago & Winnetka Aesthetic Studio

03/12/2026

This 31-year-old patient came to us frustrated by prominent under-eye bags that made her look tired, even when she felt well rested.

She underwent a lower blepharoplasty with fat grafting and periocular CO₂ laser resurfacing to smooth the under-eye bags and create a more seamless, refreshed contour from the lower eyelid to the cheek. The combination approach helped brighten and rejuvenate the entire eye area.

By her final visit, she was so happy with her results. Her under-eye area looks flatter, smoother, and naturally refreshed. She still looks completely like herself, just more rested and confident.

Dr. Paul Phelps | Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon
📍 Chicago & Winnetka, IL
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03/09/2026

What you do after blepharoplasty plays a huge role in how well you heal and how your final results look.

Many patients unintentionally slow their recovery by making simple mistakes like returning to exercise too soon, sleeping in the wrong position, or ignoring post-op instructions.

Here are 5 common mistakes to avoid after eyelid surgery so you can heal smoothly and get the best possible results.

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03/05/2026

This 39-year-old patient came to us feeling bothered by heaviness in her upper eyelids and a subtle drop in her brows that made her look more tired than she actually felt.

She chose to undergo an upper blepharoplasty with browpexy to gently lift and support the brows while removing excess upper eyelid skin. The goal was to create a more open, refreshed look while keeping her natural expression.

By her final post-op visit, she was so happy with her results. Her eyes look brighter and more awake, and she still looks completely like herself. Just rested, refreshed, and confident.

Dr. Paul Phelps | Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon
📍 Chicago & Winnetka, IL
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03/04/2026

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02/26/2026

We’re excited to share this patient’s incredible transformation.

Over the course of two years, our 52-year-old patient underwent a lower blepharoplasty, face and neck lift, SkinPen microneedling, IPL therapy, full-face CO₂ laser resurfacing, and Sofwave treatment.

The goal was never to change how he looks, but to restore definition, improve skin quality, and help him look more rested and confident. By combining surgical lifting with advanced energy and resurfacing treatments, we were able to improve skin laxity, soften fine lines, even out tone and texture, and create natural, long-lasting rejuvenation.

Each treatment played an important role:

• Lower blepharoplasty to reduce under-eye bags and create a smoother, refreshed appearance
• Face and neck lift to remove excess skin and redefine the jawline
• IPL and SkinPen microneedling to support scar healing and improve overall skin tone
• Full-face CO₂ laser resurfacing to enhance texture and smooth fine lines
• Sofwave to help maintain and support his facelift results

The result is brighter eyes, smoother skin, and a refreshed look that still feels completely like him.

What do you think of the results?

Dr. Paul Phelps | Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon

📍 Chicago & Winnetka, IL
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02/23/2026

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02/19/2026

This 43-year-old patient came to us because she wanted to minimize her under-eye bags that were making her look tired.

She underwent a bilateral lower lid blepharoplasty with periocular CO₂ laser resurfacing to smooth the under-eye area, tighten the skin, and soften fine lines.

These photos were taken about 2 months after surgery, and her results already look beautifully refreshed. The under-eye bags are significantly improved, the area looks smoother, and her eyes look brighter without changing her natural look.

Dr. Paul Phelps | Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon
📍 Chicago & Winnetka, IL
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02/17/2026

And just like that, her eye veins are GONE! What do you think of the results?

Hayley Johnson | Aesthetic Nurse

📍 Chicago & Winnetka, IL
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02/17/2026

And just like that, her eye veins are GONE! What do you think of the results?

Hayley Johnson | Aesthetic Nurse

📍 Chicago & Winnetka, IL
🌐 drphelps.com

02/12/2026

“I feel like my eyes age me the most.”

This 61-year-old patient came to us concerned about drooping upper eyelids, under-eye hollowness, dark circles, and fine lines that made her look tired even when she felt great.

She underwent a bilateral upper blepharoplasty with browpexy, along with fat transfer and periocular CO₂ laser resurfacing to restore volume, smooth wrinkles, and refresh the entire eye area.

By her final post-op visit, she was absolutely thrilled with her results. Her eyes look brighter, more open, and naturally rejuvenated, with a softer and smoother under-eye appearance.

Dr. Paul Phelps | Board-Certified Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon
📍 Chicago & Winnetka, IL
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02/09/2026

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Grace Reynoso | Aesthetic Nurse

📍 Chicago & Winnetka, IL
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02/07/2026