Is 18 years old too young for eyelid surgery?

 It sounds as though from the description, that when the eyelid skin is touching the eyelashes and irritating the eye that indeed, there is an indication to perform upper blepharoplasty. Sometimes on certain ethnic eyelids there is excess fat in the upper lid that herniates over the eyelid, which can be... more

It is extremely , extremely rare to have to need upper eyelid rejuventation in such a young person unless they have some sort of underlying skin disease or facial abnormality. Without examining this person, I would not be able to offer any suggestions.

While 18 does seem way too young for a cosmetic upper eyelid procedure, it may be the right thing to do. Some people do develop upper eyelid laxity or "droop" at an early age. It can be related to the muscle or nerve function of the eyelid. It must be appropriately evaluated. If it is asymmetric, or... more

She does seem too young to have upper Blepharoplasty. But there are individuals with abnormal early laxity of their skin. in these cases upper Blepharoplasty could be successful. The possibility of a visible scar should be discussed with the plastic surgeon, as this would be more noticeable in a young person.

It sounds like the issue is not cosmetic per se but congenital.  The "tired" or "mad" look is indicative of congenital ptosis.  So you're sister is not looking at cosmetic surgery.  She needs to see an oculoplastic surgeon who specializes in congenital ptosis.  Surgical... more

Upper eyelid surgery in a young patient is seldom indicated unless they have congenital excess skin which is rare. The other indication for a droopy eyelid surgery might be from a condition called ptosis where the upper eyelid hangs close to the pupil where normally in caucasian eyelids it should rest 1-2mm... more

 Hi Alexa She may or may not be too young to make this decision. Certainly she should make this decision with the help and support of her parents. She may very well have a functional issue. If the droopiness of the upper eyelid is due to the eyelid margin (where the eyelashes are) resting low on the eye,... more

It really depends what we are talking about.  If she really has excess skin that can be improved by removing it, then so be it.  But she would need to be examined to determine the proper diagnosis and then the treatment plan would be based on the problem at hand. Age does not always play a role. Good... more

Age 18 is not too young for upper eyelid blepharoplasty so long as there is an appropriate anatomic condition to correct. Most young patients may have a genetic propensity to excess upper lid skin. Usually a family member or two have a similar condition. The treatment is removal of the excess skin.... more

18 is too young for upper eyelid surgery unless it is for creating a double lid in an asian eye. Your baby sitter might be looking angry and tired because of wrinkles between eyebrows, crows feet or forehead. She might benefit from Botox. Have her consider other options before getting into upper eyelid surgery... more