Hi, I'm turning 36. I've just had my first child and while I've been aware of my malar bags (even the very young children in my family have them) for as long as I can remember, they are becoming more and more pronounced. I look exhausted and when I catch my reflection in a bright light, it's depressing. What do you suggest at my age as I know they will only get worse.
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Allan E. Wulc, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
The quick answer to your question is yes the swelling will go down and the eyelid shape should be much more symmetrical with the opposite side. 4 weeks is still early and I would expect another month before you can truly assess your results.
The upward slant of the lower eyelids and upper eyelids is determined by the position of the canthal tendons. A lower eyelid canthoplasty can elevate the corner of your I. Ptosis surgery will have no effect.