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I first went to Dr. Tarbet for a lower blepharoplasty consultation in November 2025. We discussed several options, including CO2 laser treatment. I was looking for a more permanent solution to the puffiness and drooping under my eyes, and based on our discussion, we decided blepharoplasty would be the better option. We also discussed an upper blepharoplasty, which I was initially unsure about, but after meeting with Dr. Tarbet, I felt confident moving forward.
My surgery was on January 31, 2026. The experience on surgery day was positive, and my initial recovery went smoothly. Unfortunately, my overall experience since then has been disappointing.
At my first follow-up, I waited 45 minutes to be seen, which also happened at my six-month appointment. An assistant removed my stitches, but I did not see the doctor or receive instructions about healing or scar care. I had to ask questions myself about what I could do to help the scars heal.
My biggest concern is the result of my lower blepharoplasty. The scar lines angle downward and remain quite noticeable. When I raised this concern at follow-up appointments, I was told the angle was intentional to follow my smile lines. However, the scars only seem to blend in when I smile. With my face relaxed, they are very noticeable.
This is especially frustrating because I pursued the procedure to improve the appearance of the area around my eyes. Instead, I feel the scars draw even more attention to the wrinkles I had hoped to address.
The thing I am most dissapointed with is that my under-eye puffiness appears nearly the same as it did before surgery. At multiple appointments, I was reassured that I was still healing and that the puffiness would continue to decrease. I understood that healing takes time and was willing to be patient, but nine months later, I have not seen the improvement I expected. It seems that my lower blepharoplasty had almost no effect.
At my six-month follow-up, I was told CO2 laser treatment would be the next step, and I was reminded that it had been discussed during my original consultation. My understanding had been that we chose surgery over the laser because surgery was expected to provide a more effective, permanent solution. I was never under the impression that I would need both procedures to achieve the results we discussed.
I was then told revision surgery likely would not make a significant difference and that the result I wanted could not be achieved through surgery. This left me confused and frustrated. If my desired outcome was not realistically achievable with blepharoplasty, I wish that had been clearly explained during my initial consultation so I could make a fully informed decision.
I am genuinely disappointed every time I look in the mirror. Spending thousands of dollars on a procedure only to feel that I look much the same, while also having noticeable downward scar lines, is incredibly upsetting.
I am somewhat more satisfied with my upper blepharoplasty. I can see a difference, although I wish the result had been more dramatic. However, I still have noticeable raised, bumpy scarring along the inner portions of my upper eyelids. Dr. Tarbet administered steroid injections to address this, which I appreciated, but the bumpiness has not gone away.
Overall, while my surgical recovery was smooth and I had positive interactions with staff at times, I am very disappointed with the outcome of my lower blepharoplasty and the communication about what I could realistically expect. I would encourage anyone considering this procedure to have a detailed discussion about their desired results and understand exactly what surgery can and cannot accomplish.
I am sharing several before-and-after photos to show why I am disappointed. The video documents my appearance before surgery, the close-up photos are from after surgery, and the side-by-side images show the comparison.
A clinic of absolute professionals, from the front desk to the doctors! They don't push extra services; instead, they provide a comprehensive consultation, explain the pros and cons of each procedure, and let the patient choose. The procedure I selected went very smoothly and was painless. Would I recommend this clinic to others? Absolutely—YES!
With the 35 years experience that Dr. Tarbet has, you know you’re going to have top notch care. Her eye for detail is amazing. Immediately I was so pleased with the direction my blephoraplasty was going to go in. Don’t hesitate, she knows her business.
Surgery’ for higher and lower eye surgery_had difficulty seeing and some bleeding difficulty out of my left eye Healing takes time and care. The staff and Dr Tarbet took the time needed to explain. I am very pleased with the procedure. I have recommended Dr Tarbet.
My Husband had to have some lesions removed on his eye lids the experience was great very professional with great results would highly recommend !
Great experience. I would recommend them to anyone. Very helpful and professional.
Reply from Amara Bellevue
2026.08.08
Thank you, Tim, for your kind words and recommendation! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Your recommendation means a great deal to us. Thank you for trusting us with your care, and we look forward to seeing you again.
Office staff professional, knowledgeable and helpful from start to finish with evaluation and preparation for surgery. Post op visits included! Very pleased with the results. I highly recommend Dr. Tarbet. She is skilled professional and at the same time has a sweet joyful presence.
Reply from Amara Bellevue
2026.08.08
Thank you, Cathleen, for your thoughtful review. I'm so pleased you found our team to be helpful. We look forward to seeing you again whenever you need us. Wishing you all the best!
I would like to sincerely thank the doctor for his professionalism and compassionate care. After several unsuccessful treatment attempts elsewhere, I finally found a doctor who listened carefully, explained everything in detail, and provided a clear treatment plan.
At every appointment, I felt comfortable and confident because the doctor answered all of my questions and paid close attention to every detail. It is clear that he genuinely cares about his patients and is committed to helping them.
I am very grateful for the excellent medical care and kind, respectful treatment I received. I highly recommend this ophthalmologist to anyone looking for an experienced, attentive, and professional doctor.
Reply from Amara Bellevue
2026.08.07
Thank you so much, Oksana, for your thoughtful and heartfelt review. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
PA-C Brian was fantastic and made sure to ask questions about my answers as well as my stye. Unfortunately an older front desk worker tried to argue with me about my own insurance, then sent out the claim to be billed as out of pocket, and then lied to me over the phone after I checked with their billing department who reassured me that the claim was infact billed as out of pocket.
Dr Tarbet is the most pleasant caring doctor I have met! That says a lot because I have seen many many doctors in my 81 years. I have never come across a doctor that actually offered a handshake before starting The exam. And that was only the beginning of the consult.
Amara & Kristin Tarbet's name just came up while I researched a pretty extensive & expensive new treatment I'm considering. Something seemed familiar about the name. And then I remembered. Kristin was completely disrespectful and wasted a huge amount of my time a couple of years ago when I was looking for a much simpler treatment. I requested a quick phone chat with her, if possible. I'm very selective about who I work with, especially for cosmetics, and a quick call is enough to tell if we can communicate well without wasting either mine or the provider's time. If they wont even speak to me for 5 minutes, well, then I've learned something about them. The receptionist said she would ask, then came back saying that would be fine, even giving me a specific time Kristin would call between appointments. Hooray. Except, Kristin didn't keep her word. I honestly forgot about it and then looked back on the calender, wondering what happened, maybe my phone didn't ring? So I felt bad and called the office. The poor receptionist girl had been tasked with the job of telling me that Kristin "changed her mind" and now refused to speak to me. Wow! Talk about a complete lack of integrity! I wouldn't trust this woman to babysit my dog, let alone mess with my face! Keep your promises, Kristin! That's what integrity means. No one can trust you if you don't act trustworthy with your actions. And you are not so high and mighty that you can't spend 5 min on the phone with a potential client. You lost a few hundred that day, but today, when I was shopping for something even more expensive, you lost several THOUSANDS. And triple that over the next few years, too! A little something that smart people figure out early- give people a little grace and be a little generous with your time, and it pays you back many, many times over!
Dr Tarbet is an extraordinary talented physician and surgeon. Her office staff is very supportive with good communication. I was delighted with her work. I highly recommend her for her professionalism, clear consultation, and outstanding results.
I was very impressed with Dr. Tarbet's assessment and understanding of my concerns. She discussed my options for treatment and helped me pick a plan that met my needs.
My visit with Dr Tarbet went very well. She stitched the corner of my eyelid to help my tear duct work better. The staff was very professional and friendly. The surgery went quickly and my eye healed within a week. Friends say my eye looks better . I highly recommend her and her staff.
Reply from Amara Bellevue
2026.02.26
Dear Kathleen, thank you for sharing your feedback. We are sorry to hear that you felt frustrated during your care process. Our goal is always to provide timely and appropriate follow-up for every patient.
For surgical care, it is common for portions of post-operative visits to be conducted by our physician assistant, who works closely with the surgeon and communicates regularly regarding each patient’s progress. When a new surgical evaluation is needed, appointments with the surgeon are scheduled accordingly to ensure proper planning and availability.
We understand that coordinating appointments can be challenging, especially when transportation requires assistance from family members. We strive to accommodate scheduling needs whenever possible and encourage patients to communicate any concerns directly with our office so we can help.
Please feel free to contact us so we can further discuss your concerns. We value your care and appreciate the opportunity to support you.
For surgical care, it is common for portions of post-operative visits to be conducted by our physician assistant, who works closely with the surgeon and communicates regularly regarding each patient’s progress. When a new surgical evaluation is needed, appointments with the surgeon are scheduled accordingly to ensure proper planning and availability.
We understand that coordinating appointments can be challenging, especially when transportation requires assistance from family members. We strive to accommodate scheduling needs whenever possible and encourage patients to communicate any concerns directly with our office so we can help.
Please feel free to contact us so we can further discuss your concerns. We value your care and appreciate the opportunity to support you.
during today’s follow up visit, Dr Tarbet and her assistant examined me carefully and provided suggestions on the next steps. It is very helpful.
Reply from Amara Bellevue
2026.02.26
Dear Xiaoping, thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your experience.
Dr. Tarbet is deeply committed to putting patients first and delivering thoughtful, individualized care. We’re truly honored by your trust and so glad to hear you’re pleased with your surgical outcome.
Your feedback means a great deal to our entire team — thank you again for taking the time to share it.
Dr. Tarbet is deeply committed to putting patients first and delivering thoughtful, individualized care. We’re truly honored by your trust and so glad to hear you’re pleased with your surgical outcome.
Your feedback means a great deal to our entire team — thank you again for taking the time to share it.
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