Benefits of an Upper Eyelid Lifts

Dr. Lawton identifies several benefits of upper eyelid lifts, including: 

• Less puffiness around the eyes: Aging and excess tissue around the eyes can make them appear puffy. Blepharoplasty removes the offending skin, fat, and muscle in a way that makes them look less swollen. 
• Less fatigued look: Drooping skin around the eyes can also make you look fatigued, even if you sleep well. Blepharoplasty stops the eyes from drooping, making you look bright-eyed and well-rested. 
• Enhanced field of vision: Severe eyelid drooping can impede your field of vision. Blepharoplasty and ptosis remove unwanted tissue occluding the light traveling to your eyes. 
• Enhanced confidence: Living with drooping eyelids can harm your confidence, especially in social situations. Blepharoplasty changes the appearance of your eyes and helps make them look brighter and more open. 

Am I a Candidate for an Eyelid Lift?

Eyelid surgery primarily deals with the effects of aging and gravity. It helps to reverse that “tired” appearance that many patients get as they get older. 

Good candidates for this procedure typically have excess skin around their upper eyelids that appears to fold over itself, distorting the natural, youthful shape of the eye. Please note, though, that blepharoplasty cannot deal with other causes of tired-looking eyes, such as sunken eyes or pigmentation.