Am I a candidate for upper eyelid surgery? (photos)

Question

I think they hang, one side more than the other. I'm 35, but they've been hanging for a long time.

Sam Speron, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and pictures!  Upper eyelid hooding can be corrected with blepharoplasty or cosmetic eyelid surgery. It is one of the first cosmetic surgeries people usually get. While the average age might be 30 to 50's, some patients get this done in their 20s. It really depends on your unique anatomy as well as what exactly is bothering you.

Botox injections as well as laser treatments can also be a tremendous benefit if you are not interested in surgery. Of course, there are also many combinations.

The recovery & downtime is very minimal and in most cases it is an outpatient surgery. There are never any guarantees of course with any procedure whether it is surgical or nonsurgical in nature.  It is imperative to go over all the risks with your surgeon.

I would recommend that you see a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area that is a member of both ASPS & ASAPS and performs a lot of eyelid lifts but also offers all the nonsurgical options such as injectables and laser treatments. Go over your concerns with them and make sure above all, you walk out of there with several options and an idea of the pros and cons to each of them as well as realistic expectations.

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Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACS · Answer

Although an in-person exam would be necessary to provide a definitive answer, based on the photo you have provided it does appear you would be a suitable candidate for an upper blepharoplasty to create a more defined and higher crease. If you want the best idea of what is possible for your eyes, do your due diligence, find an experienced surgeon, and have him/her evaluate you in person and discuss your options. @drdonyoo

Edwin F. Williams, III, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Looking at your pictures, you do appear to be a candidate for an upper eyelid blepharoplasty. I recommend consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon for an in-person examination and to discuss options. Best of luck!

Michael A. Persky, MD · Answer

Hello Soleil,
Yes, a skin only upper eyelid blepharoplasty will correct what is bothering you.  I perform this surgery in our office under local anesthesia, it takes less than an hour to look better for the rest of your life.  Good luck and be well.
Michael Persky, MD
Encino, CA

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