Dr. Covici » Eyelid Surgery: Cost, Photos, Rewiews, Q&A

Name: Steven J. Covici, MD
Last name: Covici
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1998
Years experience: 25
Primary Specialty: Oculoplastic Surgeon
Website: https://www.drstevencovici.com/
Business: Steven J. Covici, MD, FACS
Address: 3640 Main St.
Address suite: Ste. 203
Phone: (413) 203-6380
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International phone number: +14132036380
City: Springfield
State: Massachusetts
Zip Code: 01107
Country: US
Statement: As an ivy league-trained scholar who has obtained fellowship status as an American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS), Dr. Covici is recognized as a leading oculofacial plastic surgeon. These distinctions are only awarded to those who have dedicated their careers to exceptional service and attest to Dr. Covici’s commitment to providing outstanding surgical care. In addition to serving his patients, Dr. Covici is chief of the Division of Ophthalmology at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield, MA, and is an assistant professor at Tufts University Medical School.
Consulting Fees: 150$
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Special Offers:

Offer #1: $150 Consultation Fee towards Eyelid Surgery
Special Offer Treatments: All treatments
End Time: all the time
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Offer #2: $150 Consultation Fee towards Dermal Fillers
Special Offer Treatments: All treatments
End Time: all the time
Detail: New patients only. Please mention RealSelf.

Offer #3: $150 Consultation Fee for S Lift / Mini FaceLift
Special Offer Treatments: All treatments
End Time: all the time
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Clinical Privileges:

Baystate Medical Center/Mercy Hospital

Steven J. Covici, MD

Education:

Undergraduate: BA, University of Pennsylvania, 1989
Medical: Northwestern University, Chicago, 1993

Postdoc Training:

Internship: General Surgery, Rush-Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center, 1994
Residency: Ophthalmology, Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center, 1997
Fellowship: Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Pennsylvania

Member of:

asoprs

GPS coordinates on map: 42.1026,-72.58509827

Primary location:

Location name: Springfield
State: MA
Country: US
Map point: 42.1026,-72.58509827

Google plus: https://plus.google.com/117146033879915561620/posts

Treatments:

Areola Reduction Surgery
Belotero
Body Lift
Botox
Brazilian Butt Lift
Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
Breast Augmentation
Breast Fat Transfer
Breast Implant Removal
Breast Implant Revision
Breast Implants
Breast Lift
Breast Lift with Implants
Breast Reduction
Brow Lift
Cheek Augmentation
Cheek Lift
Chemical Peel
Chin Implant
Chin Liposuction
Double Eyelid Surgery
Dysport
Earlobe Repair
Eyelid Retraction Repair
Eyelid Surgery
Facelift
Facial Fat Transfer
Facial Reconstructive Surgery
Genioplasty
Glycolic Peel
Hyaluronidase
Juvederm
Laser Resurfacing
Latisse
Lip Fillers
Lip Surgery
Lipoma Removal
Liposuction
Lower Facelift
Mini Facelift
Mommy Makeover
Neck Lift
Nonsurgical Facelift
Ptosis Surgery
Radiesse
Restylane
Restylane Lyft
Restylane Silk
Retin-A
Rhinoplasty
Salicylic Peel
Scar Removal
Sculptra
Silicone Injections
Subcision
TCA Peel
Teeth Whitening
Thigh Lift
Tummy Tuck
Voluma
Xeomin

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.5
Profile views: 12885
Answer count: 26
Review count: 23
1 star count: 1
3 star count: 1
5 star count: 13
Total star count: 15
Star rating: 3.7089442859657
Lead count last three months: 12
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 3
Profile created: Feb 2, 2010
Profile modified: May 11, 2021
Profile photo modified: May 11, 2021
Profile promotion: Yes
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Performance
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Oculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Doctor Designation Start Time: Feb 6, 2013
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

Glastonbury, CT, US. GPS coordinates: 41.6941,-72.5440979
Hartford, CT, US. GPS coordinates: 41.7665,-72.67320251
Springfield, MA, US. GPS coordinates: 42.1026,-72.58509827

Latest ratings of treatments

Botox (Jun 2014) – Overall rating: 2/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 1/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 1/5, Payment process: 1/5, Time spent with patient: 1/5, After care follow-up: 1/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 2/5, Answered questions: 2/5)
Chin Filler (Oct 2014) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Mole Removal (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Eyelid Surgery (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Eyelid Surgery (Aug 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
Eyelid Surgery (Apr 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Eyelid Surgery (Apr 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Eyelid Surgery (Apr 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Eyelid Surgery (Jan 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Eyelid Surgery (Jan 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Eyelid Surgery (Jan 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
Ptosis Surgery (Sep 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Ptosis Surgery (Sep 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Ptosis Surgery (Sep 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Eyelid Surgery (Jun 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Botox (Jul 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Eyelid Surgery (May 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Eyelid Surgery (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Eyes (Mar 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
Eyelid Surgery (Jan 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Eyelid Surgery (Apr 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
Eyelid Surgery (Oct 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)

Latest Prices

Botox Prices

$900 – Jun 27, 2014 – springfield, ma
$1400 – Jul 2022 – Springfield, MA
$900 – Jun 27, 2014 – springfield, ma
$900 – Jun 27, 2014 – springfield ma
$1400 – Feb 2013 – Springfield, MA
$1400 – Feb 2013 – Springfield, MA

Chin Filler Prices

$600 – Oct 8, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$600 – Oct 8, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$600 – Oct 8, 2014 – Springfield, MA

Mole Removal Prices

$800 – Sep 2023 – Springfield, MA
$800 – Oct 2018 – Springfield, MA
$800 – Mar 2013 – Springfield, MA

Other Prices

$1000 – Nov 24, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$1000 – Nov 24, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$1000 – Nov 24, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$900 – Jun 27, 2014 – springfield, ma
$600 – Oct 8, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$4000 – Jun 23, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$600 – Oct 8, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$1400 – Feb 2013 – Springfield, MA

Eyelid Surgery Prices

$1200 – Jun 5, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$5250 – Apr 12, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$2500 – Oct 2018 – Springfield, MA
$3000 – Nov 26, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$3000 – Nov 26, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$2800 – Mar 9, 2016 – Springfield, MA
$2800 – Mar 9, 2016 – Springfield, MA
$3000 – Nov 26, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$3000 – Nov 26, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$5000 – Nov 6, 2013 – Springfield MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$2750 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$5000 – Sep 17, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$3500 – Jun 26, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$3500 – Jun 26, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$3500 – Jun 26, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$3500 – Jun 26, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$1200 – Jun 5, 2013 – Springfield, MA
$3500 – Mar 2013 – Springfield, MA

Acne Surgery Prices

$1000 – Nov 24, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$1000 – Nov 24, 2014 – Springfield MA

Double Eyelid Surgery Prices

$4000 – Jun 23, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$4000 – Jun 23, 2014 – Springfield MA

Radiesse Prices

$600 – Oct 8, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$600 – Oct 8, 2014 – Springfield, MA
$600 – Oct 8, 2014 – Springfield MA

Special Offers

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Treatments

$150 Consultation Fee for S Lift / Mini FaceLift
May 11, 2021 /
May 17, 2033

New patients only. Please mention RealSelf.

Specific treatments

$150 Consultation Fee towards Dermal Fillers
May 11, 2021 /
May 17, 2033

New patients only. Please mention RealSelf.

Specific treatments

$150 Consultation Fee towards Eyelid Surgery
May 11, 2021 /
May 17, 2033

New patients only. Please mention RealSelf.

Specific treatments

September Special: 20% off Dysport
Sep 1, 2014 /
Sep 30, 2014

20% off your total purchase of Dysport

While Supplies Last

Dysport is similar to Botox, a newer generation, and reduces wrinkle lines in the forehead, crows feet and between the eyebrows.

Specific treatments

Spring Radiesse Special
Apr 1, 2014 /
May 31, 2014

To our valued patients,
We are happy to announce our new spring special!
Buy one 1.5 vial of Radiesse and get one 0.8 vial for only $49 for a total of $649 now through the end of May.

Specific treatments

Restylane Special Extended
Jul 1, 2013 /
Jul 31, 2013

Due to popular demand, we have extended our Restylane Special for the month of July. Purchase a 1ml vial of Restylane, and get a 1ml vial for half price. This is $300 in savings for you! We want to help you look more youthful and refreshed this summer season. Offer valid for the month of July. Contact us to schedule your cosmetic consult today.

Specific treatments

Restylane Special for June
May 21, 2013 /
Jun 30, 2013

Restylane Special:
Purchase a 1ml vial of Restylane and get a 1ml vial for half price. This is $300 in savings for you! We want to help you look more youthful and refreshed going into the summer season. Offer valid for the month of June*. Contact us to schedule your cosmetic consult today; ask for Kathleen.

*Minimum requirement: must purchase the 1ml vial for half price special 1ml vial. Offer expires 6/30/2013

Specific treatments

RESTYLANE SPECIAL FOR JUNE
Jun 1, 2013 /
Jun 30, 2013

RESTYLANE SPECIAL:
Purchase a 1ml vial of Restylane and get a 1ml vial for half price. This is $300 in savings for you! We want to help you look more youthful and refreshed going into the summer season. Offer valid for the month of June*. Call to schedule your cosmetic consult today 413-737-7300; ask for Kathleen.

*Minimum requirement: must purchase the 1ml vial for half price special 1ml vial. Offer expires 6/30/2013

Specific treatments

Xeomin Special
Feb 26, 2013 /
Apr 30, 2013

$25 off first treatment

Specific treatments

Radiesse Special
Feb 26, 2013 /
Apr 30, 2013

Radiesse special buy one 1.5cc vial, get one 0.8cc vial for $49. This is almost a $300 savings.

Specific treatments

Doctor's answers

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I recently developed a strange crease or fatty area under my left eye. I'm 49 and never had any wr

Wrinkle beneath the eye
Feb 19, 2014

From the photo, it looks like this area is either swelling, or edema. These are often called festoons. This is most likely the case if the swollen area is worse in the morning or if you sleep on your left side. It could also be fat. In either respect, creams are probably not going to be helpful. The lower lids are a common place to collect extracellular fluid. I would first recommend seeing your primary care doctor to see if you have any thyroid...

How Do I Get Rid of Eye Bags?

Lower lid bags - tired looking eyes
Feb 19, 2014

The most common cause of lower eyelid bags is the forward migration of fat in the lower eyelid or orbit. The fat can be sculpted and redistributed to provide a smoother contour to the lower lid. This procedure is called a lower lid blepharoplasty or eyelid lift. If there is wrinkling of the skin, a pinch of skin can be removed to improve this. If the skin is not wrinkled, the surgery can be performed from the inside of the eyelid eliminating a skin incision. ...

Under-eye Bags and Darkness: Can it be Corrected?

Dark bags underneath eyes
Feb 19, 2014

The dark area underneath your eyes appear to be located more towards your nasal lower lid, as opposed to your lateral lower lid. This area is called the "tear trough deformity" and is partially due to the very thin skin in this area. The skin is so thin that the muscle underneath the skin casts a dark hue. Based on your photo, which is quite dark, I think filler in this area is your best bet. I have not had much success with creams over the years. A tinted...

I Want to Get Rid of Horizontal Forehead Crease Lines Without Scars Since I Have a High Hairline.

Forehead lift in a patient with a high hair line
Jun 5, 2013

You are correct that neurotoxins such as botox are temporary corrections for horizontal forehead lines. The best surgical option for forehead rejuvination, in a person with a high hairline, is a Tricophytic Forehead lift. In this procedure, the incision is made at the junction where the forehead meets the hair. It offers wrinkle reduction, eyebrow elevation and does NOT raise the hairline. A disadvantage is the possibility of an incision scar. Endoscopic...

Browlift and Mid Facelift with Possible Chin Implant- when Can I Return to Work and Look Ok?

Healing time after facelift
Jun 5, 2013

A good rule of thumb is that approximately 70-80% of the bruising and swelling will go away in the first 2 - 3 weeks. The remaining 20 - 30% will resolve over many months. This is a general statment and you may heal quicker or slower. In general, the more time you can take off work to heal, the better of you are. I think 14 days may be the best case scenario.

Wonder About Lower Eye Lift for Hallows and Tear Throughs?

Tear Trough
May 17, 2013

It appears that your tear troughs are mild. This is treated very well, and with minimal risk, by a Hyaluronidase filler such as Juviderm or Restylane. This will replace some of the volume loss and improve the tear trough. Dark circles beneath the eyes, beyond the region of the tear rough, are more difficult to treat. Often, for a patient your age, make up is a better alternative to surgery. It is hard to give expert advise from a photo, so I would recommend...

When Has Enough Time Passed for Revisional Surgery from a Lower Blepharoplasty?

Lower lid droop after lower lid blepharoplasty
Apr 19, 2013

I agree that three weeks is too early for a revision in most cases. Messaging the lower lid up may speed the resolution. Also, it is quite common for one side to be significantly more swollen than the other. Tell your surgeon your concerns and ask questions. aqqother option would be to ask your surgeon to obtain a second opinion.

Can Dog Ear on the Outer Corner of Eye from Bleph Heal on Its Own or Will I Need a Revision?

Dog ear deformity after blepharoplasty
Apr 19, 2013

A dog ear can resolve on its own. If it is a mild amount of residual skin, I recommend waiting three months to see if it resloves. If still present beyond three months, it can be managed surgically by either removing more eyelid skin or doing a brow lift. This can be a difficult decision and should be discussed with your surgeon.

Staples and Brow Lift?

Brow lifting and staples
Apr 19, 2013

The staples were removed at the appropriate time. I think what you are describing is natural healing due to the tension and inherent trauma of the surgery. It should slowly resolve over months. I would encourage you not to touch the area too much.

The Hollywood Blepharoplasty?

Modern Blepharoplasty
Apr 19, 2013

This is a great question. As the concepts of aesthtic surgery have evolved, so have the surgical techniques. If you look at younger people, they tend to have more volume in their faces. Volumetric analysis has shown that one loses volume as one ages, and thus to try and restore a youthful appearance we add volume with fillers. We also try and preserve volume when appropriate with surgery. The goal of aesthetic surgery is to make the patient look rejuvinated, not...

Surgery to GET Puffy Eyes?

Dark Circles Under Eyes
Apr 15, 2013

For a younger person, hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane and Belotero are excellent choices to reduce a sunken, dark lower lid appearance. Your natural swelling did this to some degree. At your age, I would not recommend any surgery. Good luck.

Best Way to Go About the Ptosis in Left Eye?

Eyelid Droop / Ptosis
Apr 15, 2013

Clearly your left upper lid is drooping or ptotic. However, your right upper lid may droop after the left lid is surgically raised. Your physician can elevate your left lid with an eye drop to see if your right upper lid droops. This will simulate what will happen after surgical correction of the left upper lid. The eyelid, or eyelids if need be, can be raised either from the inside of the eyelid without an incision, or through the skin. Both techniques should...

Why Do I Have a Bloodshot Eye and Pain in Eye 3 Days After Botox?

Botox Around The Eyes
Apr 11, 2013

This is most likely not do to the Botox toxin itself. However, if the Botox affects the muscles that close the eyes, the eyes can get dry and secondarily red and irritated. This side affect can be minimized by using small amounts of botox around the eyes. It is less likely to occur when just used in the glabella or forehead. In either respect, I think your red eye should resolve in a timely manner.

Will I Have A Reaction to Restylane Under My Eyes or Not?

Restylane Under Eyes
Apr 11, 2013

Restylane is an excellent filler for underneath the eyes or the "tear trough". It can also be used to smooth the transition from the lower lid to the cheek. Allergic reactions are rare. The good news is that Restylane, and other hyaluronic acid fillers, can be reversed with the enzyme hyaluronidase. If you have had a previous allergic reaction to a Hyaluronic Acid filler, then I would avoid Restylane. If no histories of any allergies, it is probably safe...

My Eyelids Are Closing Because of Droopy Upper Lids and I Was Wondering if Medicare Will Pay Surge

Will insurance cover upper eyelid surgery?
Mar 9, 2013

Medicare and other insurances will cover upper eyelid ptosis repair and blepharoplasty if certain criterion are met. First, the margin of the upper lid needs to be a certain distance away from the center of the pupil, usually less than 2mm. Second, visual field testing must demonstrate significant visual field restriction due to the drooping lids. Finally, some insurance companies will also want to see photographs. An experienced oculoplastic surgeon should be able to...