The first facial areas that show age are typically the eyelids and forehead. They can dramatically impact your overall appearance, leaving you with a tired, sad, or even angry look. Fortunately, procedures like blepharoplasty (eyelid lift surgery)andbrow liftscan help restore the signs of aging in the upper face, including sagging eyelids, to rejuvenate your youthful appearance.
Dr. Justin Bellamy, Palm Beach’s premier plastic surgeon, can help you determine which facial rejuvenation procedure is the right option to restore your sagging eyelids.
What Are the Typical Results of Blepharoplasty for Sagging Eyelids?
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that addresses excess skin and fatty tissues, tightens the upper and lower eyelid muscles, and corrects functional vision concerns. It can be performed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both.
An eyelid lift surgery can help restore a refreshed and rejuvenated appearance that improves sagging eyelids and more, including:
- Fat deposits that cause puffy-looking eyelids
- Prominent undereye bags
- Drooping lower eyelids
- Excess skin or fine wrinkles on the lower eyelids
How Can a Brow Lift Complement Eyelid Surgery for a Rejuvenated Look?
Brow lifts restore the upper facial region by repositioning the eyebrows and addressing excess skin and wrinkles on the forehead that sag and create a tired or angry-looking appearance. A brow lift creates a smoother, more youthful appearance by utilizing well-concealed incisions in the hairline or at the eyebrow.
Lifting the eyebrow’s position helps restore:
- Brows that have lost their arch
- Sagging brows that hood upper eyelids
- Drooping, uneven brows
- Vertical frown lines, glabellar lines, between the eyebrows
- Horizontal creases on the forehead, bridge of the nose, and between the eyes
Often, blepharoplasty is completed simultaneously with a brow lift to rejuvenate the upper face. By delivering comprehensive enhancements, a brow lift can dramatically enhance the results of an eyelid lift. Together, these procedures create a more polished appearance.
What Should You Expect During the Recovery Process After an Eyelid Lift?
Blepharoplasty and brow lift recoveries will vary by patient. As they’re outpatient procedures, you’ll need to arrange for someone to drive you home and stay with you for the first 24 hours as you’ll need help with simple tasks. Dr. Bellamy may prescribe medications to manage pain and avoid infection.
Swelling, bruising, tearing, dry eyes, or blurred vision are common side effects after your procedure. You may also feel sensitive to light. Typically, these effects usually resolve within a month.
Plan to take one to two weeks off work for recovery. During this time, get plenty of rest and avoid strenuous activities like exercising for four to six weeks.
Protecting your skin from the sun is always essential; however, it’s crucial after an eyelid lift or brow lift. Wear dark sunglasses or a large hat when sun exposure is unavoidable.
Dr. Bellamy will provide detailed instructions to ensure you achieve the best results from your blepharoplasty or brow lift.
What Non-Surgical Options Are Available for Improving Sagging Eyelids?
Non-surgical options for improving the appearance of sagging eyelids may involve a combination of neuromodulators, dermal fillers, and skin-tightening treatments. Without downtime and minimal discomfort, these cosmetic procedures help restore your youthful eyes and resume your normal routine quickly.
For moderately sagging eyelids, neuromodulators, like Botox®, relax the muscles that pull the eyelids down, strengthening those muscles that raise the eyelids. This allows the eyes to look more alert by enhancing the eyelids.
Dermal fillers help improve the appearance of sagging eyelids by replenishing lost volume and delivering a subtle lift to sagging eyelids. Pairing fillers with neuromodulators reduces wrinkles and restores a rejuvenated, more youthful appearance.
Morpheus8 non-surgical skin rejuvenation treatments are effective for mild to moderate eyelid sagging. By pairing radiofrequency energy (RF) with microneedling, Morpheus8 helps tighten the skin around the eyes by stimulating collagen production. Improvement is noticeable after a single treatment, but most patients get the best results in 3 to 5 sessions.
How Long Do the Effects of a Non-Surgical Eyelid Lift Last?
The rejuvenating effects of non-surgical eyelid lifts are temporary. The longevity of your results depends on a few factors like the treatments and products chosen, your body’s unique response, and following your recommended aftercare.
Neuromodulators will deliver optimal results that last from 3 to 9 months. Dermal fillers may last from 6 months to 2 years.
Most patients experience their best Morpheus8 results from 3 to 5 sessions. Each session should be scheduled 4 to 6 weeks apart. Collagen production will continue for months after your last session. Dr. Bellamy may recommend annual maintenance treatments to continue stimulating collagen production.
Can Eyelid Surgery be Combined with Other Procedures?
Typically, facial enhancement efforts rely on the results of many procedures to restore a more youthful, refined look. Eyelid surgeries are often combined with other procedures to achieve complete facial rejuvenation.
For dramatic transformation, blepharoplasty and brow lifts can be performed with:
Blepharoplasty and brow lifts help reduce the signs of aging in the upper portion of the face; however, to enhance your results, it’s essential to care for your skin. Dr. Bellamy may recommend many non-surgical rejuvenation treatments to increase the longevity of your optimal results.
How Do I Find the Right Plastic Surgeon?
Choosing the right plastic surgeon for you is one of the most important decisions of your facial rejuvenation journey. Distinguished board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Justin Bellamy will help you realize your unique aesthetic vision by developing a customized facial rejuvenation plan. By blending unparalleled precision with sophisticated artistry, Dr. Bellamy is dedicated to impeccable surgical care and satisfied patient results, making him the top choice to restore your sagging eyelids.
Schedule Your Eyelid Surgery Consultation Today!
Restore the youthful appearance of your eyelids with surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation procedures from your trusted plastic surgery partner, board-certified Dr. Justin Bellamy.Contact Bellamy, MD at (561) 705-0044 or complete our online form to schedule your eyelid rejuvenation procedure consultation today!
