Can you get a mid-facelift without making eyes look squished up against by cheeks?

The midface lift vector of pull determines how the cheek fat pad is lifted, either more vertically or horizontally. Ideally it is an oblique lift that can be modified for different patients. I believe it can be designed to not affect your eye shape unless desired.

Unfortunately, you have not provided photographs. If nasolabial folds is one of your concerns then it is possible that a lip lift can help with that. A lip lift does 4 things: shortens the distance between your nose and upper lip, increases the mucosa of the upper lip, increases the incisor show and pulls up the corners. At the same time, fat transfers can be performed to the nasolabial folds to conceal them.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

A mid-facelift can avoid the "squished eye" look if done carefully by a skilled surgeon using techniques that lift cheeks without pulling tissue near the eyes excessively. If nasolabial folds are your main concern, consider alternatives like fillers or a deep plane facelift to target them without major cheek movement. During consultation, emphasize preserving your natural eye shape and review similar case results with your surgeon.