Eyelid surgery is one of the most effective procedures for refreshing tired-looking eyes. The skin around the eyes is often impacted the most by aging. It is much thinner and more delicate, making it susceptible to damage. This may include fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin. Volume loss and changes to the eyes can make them look tired and aged. By improving the skin, muscle, and fat around the eyes, eyelid surgery can take years off your face. Before moving forward with the procedure, consider the key differences between upper vs. lower eyelid surgery.
Key Differences of Upper vs. Lower Eyelid Surgery
Eyelid surgery effectively improves and rejuvenates the appearance of the eyes. There are key differences between upper and lower eyelid surgery. Patients may undergo one or both procedures, depending on their aesthetic goals. Consider the key differences between upper and lower eyelid surgery.
Upper Eyelid Surgery
Upper eyelid surgery focuses on the skin, muscle, and fat above the eyes. Natural aging, genetics, and poor lifestyle habits can impact the area. This may include fine lines, wrinkles, and skin sagging. This impacts your facial aesthetic. However, it can also cause functional issues. The drooping can sometimes interfere with your vision and impact daily life.
Upper eyelid surgery involves several steps to address issues around the upper eyelid. Loose or excess skin that causes heaviness is removed. The muscle that lifts the upper eyelid, the levator muscle, is tightened. Excess fat is also removed to eliminate puffiness. This creates a smoother and more defined eyelid crease. It can also improve vision issues if those were an issue before surgery.
The surgery is performed on an outpatient basis. This means that you can go home the same day. Patients are either under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia. This depends on the complexity of the case and whether you are getting additional procedures. This ensures your comfort during the procedure. Incisions are placed within the natural eyelid crease. This ensures minimal to no visible scarring. The results leave you looking younger, rested, and more alert.
Lower Eyelid Surgery
Lower eyelid surgery focuses on the skin and fat below the eyes. Natural aging, genetics, and lifestyle choices can contribute to puffiness and dark circles under the eyes. This can make you look tired, unhealthy, and much older than you are. The procedure smooths the area under the eyes, resulting in a seamless transition between the lower eyelid and the upper cheek area.
Lower eyelid surgery involves removing or repositioning the fat under the eyes. This reduces the number of bags and smooths out the area. Excess skin is removed and tightened as well. This optimizes the smoothness under the eyes. It also reduces the appearance of dark shadows or hollows. The results leave you looking more awake, alert, and rested. It can also take years off your face due to the negative impact of dark circles and under-eye bags.
As with upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery is performed by an eye surgeon on an outpatient basis. This means that you can go home the same day. Patients are either under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia. Incision placement depends on your anatomy. However, they may be hidden inside the lower eyelid or just beneath the lash line. Incisions inside the lower eyelid are best for those with good skin elasticity. It results in no visible scarring, which is a huge benefit. However, incisions placed below the last line also result in minimal to no visible scarring due to the placement.
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