The appearance of your under eye area can make a big difference in how awake and refreshed you look. Concerns like under eye puffiness, bags, and hollowness can leave you looking tired, and under eye concealers often just make things worse. A lower eyelid lift tightens and smooths this problem area to restore a bright-eyed look that helps your whole face look younger.
What is a Lower Eyelid Lift or Blepharoplasty?
An eyelid lift or blepharoplasty can be performed on the lower or upper eyelids. A lower eyelid lift targets the under eye area. As your skin ages, it thins under the eyes, causing wrinkles and allowing pads of fat to appear as puffiness or bags. Volume loss in this area also results in hollowness under the eyes. This procedure is often the most effective way to improve the undereye area dramatically.
Am I a Candidate for a Lower Eyelid Lift?
If you are considering a lower eyelid lift, we always recommend a consultation to determine whether this procedure is the best way to achieve your goals. We offer a range of treatment methods that can be used alone or with blepharoplasty to improve your under eye area. Good candidates for this procedure typically have concerns about wrinkles, puffiness, and hollowness under the eyes.
Candidates for this procedure should be in good health and have reasonable expectations. Dr. Lanfranchi will examine your lower eyelid area and determine the best way to address your concerns. Laser skin resurfacing can tighten the skin to address wrinkles, textural issues, and pigmentation problems. Facial fat transfer can be used to treat hollowness. You may be a good candidate for any of these procedures, which are often combined for best results.
How is a Lower Eyelid Lift Performed?
Dr. Lanfranchi performs a lower eyelid lift using a local anesthetic. He uses small incisions to:
- Remove excess skin to tighten sagging
- Reposition fat pads to flatten undereye bags
- Restore the muscles between the cheeks and lower eyelids
The incisions are hidden in the creases of the eyelid and nearly impossible to see once healed. The procedure usually takes an hour or less, and you will not feel any discomfort. Dr. Lanfranchi will review the details of your procedure and give you time to ask questions.
What Is Recovery Like After a Lower Eyelid Lift?
Recovery from a lower eyelid lift is usually quick and uncomplicated. Many people return to their usual activities one week after the procedure. You may experience some minor swelling and soreness in the area for a few days. You will receive aftercare instructions and have follow-up appointments to monitor your recovery.
How Long Do Lower Blepharoplasty Results Last?
A lower eyelid lift is a long-lasting procedure that tends to resist signs of aging. Most people are happy with their results for a lifetime. You can maintain and boost the results of your lower blepharoplasty by using sun protection, applying medical-grade skincare products, and enjoying the benefits of non-surgical options like laser skin resurfacing.
Take The First Step – Request A Consultation
Ready to learn more about a lower eyelid lift? The first step is to come in for an in-person consultation with Dr. Lanfranchi. Please fill out the form on this page to request a consultation or call our office directly at (702 )929-3880 during normal business hours (please leave a message if we are unable to answer). The Lanfranchi Center serves the Las Vegas and Henderson, NV areas.