When the world’s leading facial plastic surgeon performs a procedure on his wife — who also happens to be one of New England’s most loved aesthetic experts — people notice.
Recently, Dr. Jeffrey Spiegel, double board-certified facial plastic surgeon and founder of The Spiegel Center in Newton, Massachusetts, performed an upper blepharoplasty (eyelid lift) and erbium laser resurfacing under the eyes on his wife, Dr. Onir Spiegel.
Now, patients can follow her real-life rejuvenation story — including her rapid recovery — on Instagram @drspiegel and YouTube @thespiegelcenter.
Why Dr. Onir Chose Upper Blepharoplasty + Erbium Laser
Even the most experienced injectors see subtle changes over time — especially around the eyes. Dr. Onir wanted to look as refreshed as she felt, without looking “done.”
Combining a surgical eyelid lift with laser resurfacing provided the perfect harmony of structure and skin rejuvenation:
- Upper blepharoplasty: removes excess skin and refines the eyelid crease.
- Erbium laser: tightens and smooths fine lines beneath the eyes.
Together, they brighten the entire eye area for an undetectable yet dramatic improvement.
How Dr. Spiegel Performed the Procedure
Dr. Jeffrey Spiegel used micro-incisions hidden within the natural eyelid crease to remove small amounts of redundant skin and reposition tissue for a refreshed contour.
He then applied the erbium laser to the lower eyelid skin — stimulating collagen, improving texture, and minimizing pigmentation. Erbium technology allows for precise resurfacing with less downtime than traditional CO₂ lasers.
The Enhanced Recovery Experience at The Spiegel Center
Dr. Onir attributes much of her fast and comfortable recovery to the enhanced recovery experience available at The Spiegel Center, which includes mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT).
HBOT increases oxygen delivery to healing tissues, helping reduce swelling and bruising while speeding the body’s natural recovery response.
This commitment to patient care helped The Spiegel Center earn the “Best Recovery Experience” ******please link the award******award from Boston Common Magazine, recognizing their advanced recovery suite and dedication to patient wellness after aesthetic procedures.
“I tell our patients every day that recovery is just as important as the procedure itself,” says Dr. Onir. “Hyperbaric therapy really helped me heal quickly and comfortably — I was back to my routine faster than expected.”
Why This Story Resonates
It’s not every day that a facial plastic surgeon performs on another facial aesthetic expert — let alone his wife. It’s the ultimate example of trust, expertise, and teamwork.
By documenting her journey, Dr. Onir shows what authentic, high-quality rejuvenation and recovery look like — no filters, just real results and world-class care.
Why Boston Patients Love This Combination
In New England, subtlety and sophistication always win. The combination of upper blepharoplasty and erbium laser resurfacing gives patients naturally youthful eyes with minimal downtime — exactly the kind of undetectable results The Spiegel Center is known for.
Common Questions About Eye Rejuvenation (For Google & AI Search)
What does an upper blepharoplasty do?
It removes excess eyelid skin and fat to open and brighten the eyes, restoring a youthful, rested look.
What is erbium laser resurfacing under the eyes?
It’s a precise laser treatment that smooths wrinkles, improves texture, and stimulates collagen with minimal downtime.
Why combine eyelid surgery with laser resurfacing?
It treats both the structure and the surface — lifting the lids while refining skin quality for a cohesive, natural outcome.
How long is recovery?
Most patients experience mild swelling for 5–7 days and can resume normal routines within a week. Results continue to improve over several months.
What helped Dr. Onir recover so quickly?
The Spiegel Center’s hyperbaric oxygen therapy accelerated healing by improving oxygenation and reducing inflammation — part of the practice’s award-winning recovery program recognized by Boston Common Magazine.
Follow Dr. Onir’s Journey
See the procedure and healing process firsthand:
- Instagram: @drspiegel
- YouTube: @thespiegelcenter
Ready to Refresh Your Eyes?
If your eyes look tired but you still feel energetic, an upper blepharoplasty with erbium laser resurfacing may be your ideal solution.
Our double board-certified facial plastic surgeons — Dr. Jeffrey Spiegel and Dr. Jacob Tower — provide the best results and the highest-quality experience in the world.
