As we age, the delicate skin around the eyes is often one of the first areas to show visible changes. Sagging skin, puffiness, and drooping eyelids can create a tired or heavy appearance, even when you feel well rested. Upper and lower eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to remove or reposition excess skin and fat around the eyes, restoring a more refreshed and rested look.
By addressing concerns such as loose upper eyelid skin or under-eye bags, blepharoplasty helps brighten the eye area while preserving your natural expression. When thoughtfully planned, the results are subtle, balanced, and long-lasting.
Why the Eyes Change Over Time
The skin around the eyes is thinner and more delicate than anywhere else on the face, which makes it especially vulnerable to aging. Over time, this skin gradually loses elasticity, and fat that once created smooth contours can shift or bulge forward. Gravity also plays a role, allowing tissues to descend. In the upper eyelids, these changes may result in excess skin that folds over the lash line, sometimes making the eyes feel heavy by the end of the day. Brow position can also influence how full or droopy the upper lids appear. In the lower eyelids, aging often leads to puffiness, hollows, fine wrinkles, or a combination of these concerns. Genetics also plays a role, as some individuals notice these changes earlier than others.
What Are the Benefits of Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty?
One of the most noticeable benefits of upper eyelid blepharoplasty is a more alert and open appearance because the procedure removes excess skin and, when appropriate, small amounts of fat or muscle. Patients frequently comment that they appear less tired or strained, even when they were unaware of how much heaviness their eyelids had developed.
In some cases, upper eyelid surgery also provides functional benefits. When excess skin interferes with peripheral vision or causes a persistent feeling of weight on the lids, blepharoplasty can improve comfort while also enhancing facial aesthetics.
6 Months After Upper Blepharoplasty
What Are the Benefits of Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty?
Lower eyelid blepharoplasty is designed to address under-eye bags, excess skin, and contour irregularities along the lower eyelid. Modern surgical techniques often emphasize fat repositioning rather than simple removal, helping to smooth the transition between the lower lid and the cheek.
This approach enables surgeons to restore a softer, more youthful contour without creating a hollowed or “overdone” appearance. The result is a rested look that reduces the impression of chronic fatigue or stress. Many patients share that friends or colleagues notice they look refreshed without realizing surgery was involved. You may also benefit from “tear trough” fillers.
In select cases, eyelid surgery may be combined with localized laser resurfacing. Patients with significant crepey skin or fine textural changes may benefit from laser treatment alone or as a complement to blepharoplasty, depending on their anatomy and goals.
6 Months After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty
6 Months After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty
1 Year After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty
A Natural, Rejuvenated Look
One of the defining advantages of eyelid surgery is that the results can be remarkably understated. The goal is not to change how you look, but to restore a version of yourself that appears rested, awake, and refreshed. When performed with attention to balance and proportion, the eyes remain expressive and natural.
Plastic surgeons make incisions within natural eyelid creases or along the lower eyelid lash line, where they heal discreetly. Over time, scars typically fade and become less noticeable.
Long-Lasting Results with High Patient Satisfaction
While eyelid surgery does not stop the aging process, blepharoplasty offers long-lasting improvement. Many patients enjoy their results for years, making it a more definitive solution than most nonsurgical treatments for excess eyelid skin or under-eye bags.
Recovery is generally straightforward. Most patients return to normal daily activities within one to two weeks. Temporary swelling or bruising is expected and typically resolves gradually as the healing process progresses.
Is Blepharoplasty Right for You?
Ideal candidates are individuals in good overall health who are bothered by drooping upper eyelids, under-eye bags, or a persistently tired appearance around the eyes. During a personalized consultation, Dr. Kenkel evaluates eyelid anatomy, skin quality, and overall facial balance to determine whether upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery, or a combined approach is most appropriate.
A Small Change with a Meaningful Impact
Upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty can make a noticeable difference in how refreshed and balanced the face appears. By restoring brightness to the eyes, this procedure helps your appearance better reflect how you feel—alert, confident, and engaged.
Request a Consultation Today
If you’re considering upper or lower blepharoplasty, please contact one of my offices in Dallas or Frisco, TX. You can easily request a consultation using the online form or call (214) 645-3112 (Dallas) or (469) 604-9120 (Frisco) to schedule your appointment.
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