This patient had eyelid surgery and a face lift, performed by Dr. Barbara Davies. A face lift is a surgical procedure that improves the most visible signs of aging by removing excess fat, tightening underlying muscles, and re-draping the skin of your face and neck. Eyelid surgery can remove the excess fat and drooping skin on the upper eyelids, minimize bags under the eyes and tighten the lower eyelid skin. The result is a more alert and rested appearance.