Can a lower eyelid blepharoplasty lift the upper cheeks at the same time?

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When I pull my skin upwards and diagonally by my upper cheeks & upper ears, my cheeks lift up and my eye bags improve tremendously. This makes me wonder if a lower eyelid blepharoplasty can lift the upper cheeks at the same time?

Michael P. Morrissette, DDS, FACS · Answer

The objective of the lower blepharoplasty surgery is to remove lower fat bags and this is usually accomplished through a transconjunctival incision. The lower eyelid skin and anatomy is no match for the weight and pull of the cheek. An attempt to "hang the cheek" on the lower eyelid may result in a condition called ectropion.  A separate procedure to lift the midface will eliminate this potential problem and provide as much lifting as needed. Both procedures can be accomplished at the same time.

Soheila Rostami, MD, FAAO, FAACS · Answer

THe lower eyelid surgery can be combined with midface lift and achieve what you like. the procedure is called SOOF lift. as well as can be a total mid-face lift. this depend on how much lift you need.

Robert W. Sheffield, MD · Answer

Role of lower eyelid blepharoplastyThanks for the question. The major goal of a lower eyelid blepharoplasty is to remove excess fat tissue to create a smooth outline of the under eye skin region and to get rid of the puffiness. A combination of mid face lift and lower eyelid blepharoplasty can aid in lifting the upper region of the cheeks. In case you have hollowness in the mid face region, cheek implants can be beneficial to enhance volume in this region. I would recommend you to consult an experienced facial plastic surgeon to have a personalized evaluation, discuss your aesthetic goals in detail and further explore your treatment options.I hope this helps.

Johnson C. Lee, MD · Answer

A lower eyelid blepharoplasty combined with a midface lift can help lift the upper cheeks to a certain degree. It is best to have an in-office evaluation to determine the best treatment plan to achieve your goals.

Johnson C. Lee, MD
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Johnson C. Lee, MD
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Leon Goldstein, MD · Answer

Well performed transcutaneous blepharoplasty with appropriate extension laterally can definitely improve the upper face and decrease the depth of the nadolbial fold and enhance the cheek. Discuss these options with your board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS)

William Portuese, MD · Answer

No, the Primary goal of lower eyelid blepharoplasty is simply to remove the fatty deposits creating the puffy look in the lower lids. This incision is located on the inside of the eyelids. If there's excess skin present at rest( not upon animation), then a small pinch technique of excess skin can be performed. A lower face and neck lift required to tighten loose and inelastic facial skin. If there's hollowness in the mid-face, then cheek implants are placed to restore that volume In the cheeks.

Can a lower eyelid blepharoplasty lift the upper cheeks at the same time?

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