Age 28, male - does upper blepharoplasty 'raise' your eyelids? (Photos)

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I have eyelids that are quite droopy and have "extra skin" making me almost look tired. Can upper blepharoplasty raise my eyelids making them look less "droopy" and more "squinty?" (By "squinty" I mean a smaller distance between my eyelashes and my eyebrow.) I've attached a picture of my eyes in resting position, and another of me actively holding up my eyelids for the desired look. I'm a 28 year old, male.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

As we age, our eyelids naturally sag and droop. A combination approach would be best to see visible improvement. In terms of non-surgical treatment options, I would recommend a Chemical Brow Lift (using Botox, Dysport, Xeomin, or Jeuveau) and filler injections to rejuvenate the temples, eyebrow, eyelid, eye troughs, upper eye hollows, and forehead. I typically combine this with Ultherapy and thread lifting to lift the brow; RF and skin tightening laser treatments to stimulate collagen production and rejuvenate the skin; and laser or superficial RF devices for improvements in texture, color, and any crepey skin around the eyes as needed. In some cases, surgery is the best solution to achieve the desired results. See an expert for a formal consultation. Best, Dr. Emer.​

Marc Polacco, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. In general, an upper blepharoplasty addresses excess skin. The droopiness of the eyelid is called ptosis. There are a few approaches to treating ptosis. One can use an incision under the eyelid for mild ptosis. If an upper blepharoplasty is being performed anyway, an extra step to tighten the muscle that lifts the lid will help relieve the droopy eyelid.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Based on these photos, it appears that you have condition known as eyelid ptosis (droopy eyelids). This can be corrected with surgery. In person consultation with board certified plastic or oculoplastic surgeon is recommended. Good luck.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

You appear to have some ptosis of your upper eyelids.  This condition allows the upper eyelids to fall lower across the eyeball than it should.  Ptosis can normally be improved with a surgical procedure.  I would consult with an oculoplastic surgeon or a surgeon experienced in ptosis repair.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Blepharoplasty will not repair your upper eyelid ptosis. You need ptosis surgery. Ptosis surgery strengthens the opening of the eyes. Blepharoplasty is a muscle, fat, and skin removal surgery that will not help you unless it is performed with your ptosis repair. The catch is that you need both a function and an aesthetic surgery. Your eyes can be your best feature. There is no substitute for a detailed, in person examination.

Age 28, male - does upper blepharoplasty 'raise' your eyelids? (Photos)

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Answer: Droopy eyelids

Answer: Droopy eyelids

Answer: No, blepharoplasty removes the upper eyelid fold.

Answer: No, blepharoplasty removes the upper eyelid fold.

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Age 28, male - does upper blepharoplasty 'raise' your eyelids? (Photos)

Answers (8)

Answer: Droopy eyelids

Answer: Droopy eyelids

Answer: No, blepharoplasty removes the upper eyelid fold.

Answer: No, blepharoplasty removes the upper eyelid fold.

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