The eyes are often the first facial feature to show signs of aging like drooping upper lids or puffy undereyes. These subtle changes can make you appear tired, stressed, or older than you feel. Eyelid surgery – also known as blepharoplasty – is a highly effective solution. But should you choose upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery, or both?
Dr. Yash Avashia takes time to walk his patients through the differences between upper and lower eyelid surgery, which concerns they address, and how to choose the appropriate solution.
What Does Upper Eyelid Surgery Treat?
Over time, your upper eyelids can develop excess skin and fat that may change your facial symmetry and interfere with your vision. Upper eyelid surgery lifts and reshapes the skin and tissue above the eyes.
You may be a candidate for upper blepharoplasty if you experience:
- Sagging or hooded skin over the eyes
- Heaviness that makes it difficult to apply makeup
- Reduced upper visual field due to excess tissue
- A permanently fatigued or sad appearance
During the procedure, Dr. Yash will remove extra skin and reposition or remove fat as needed, creating a more refreshed and youthful upper eyelid contour.
What Does Lower Eyelid Surgery Address?
Lower eyelid surgery focuses on the undereye area. It targets puffiness, bulging fat pads, and loose or wrinkled skin that can make you look older than you’d like.
You may benefit from lower eyelid surgery if you notice:
- Undereye bags that don’t improve with sleep or skincare
- Hollowing or volume loss in your tear troughs
- Crepey or wrinkled skin under the eyes
- A shadowed or sunken appearance
Depending on your needs, Dr. Yash can use a fat repositioning technique to smooth the transition between your lower eyelids and cheeks for a natural, rejuvenated result.
Combining Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty
Many of Dr. Yash’s patients choose to have upper and lower blepharoplasty done simultaneously to achieve a refreshed, naturally balanced look. Addressing both eyelids in a single procedure enhances symmetry, softens tired expressions, and restores a more youthful gaze.
Combining procedures can also streamline recovery – just one healing period for a comprehensive transformation.
How Do I Know Which One I Need?
The best way to determine whether you need upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery, or both is to schedule a private consultation. Dr. Yash will carefully evaluate your facial anatomy, eyelid function, and aesthetic goals before recommending a tailored approach.
Factors he will consider include:
- The amount and location of excess skin
- Fat distribution around your eyes
- Your eyelid crease position and symmetry
- How your eyelids affect your vision, expression, and confidence
What’s Recovery Like?
Recovery from eyelid surgery is generally mild and straightforward. Most patients return to social activities within a week to 10 days. Swelling, bruising, and eye irritation will soon subside with proper care. While you heal, wear glasses instead of contact lenses and avoid activities that could cause eye strain, like reading or working on a computer.
Dr. Yash will provide detailed aftercare instructions, and his team will follow up to ensure a smooth healing process. Scars are discreet and typically hidden in the eyelid’s natural creases or lash line.
The Most Natural Results Come From Precision
A successful blepharoplasty will enhance your expressions, balance, and beauty without overcorrection. Dr. Yash is a fellowship-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in facial rejuvenation. With extensive experience in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid procedures, he delivers precise, stunning outcomes that preserve your unique features while reversing signs of aging.
Dr. Yash’s artistic surgical approach comes from years of advanced facial training. He makes every incision, fat pad adjustment, and closure technique with your long-term results and satisfaction in mind.
His practice is within the Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute, one of the nation’s most renowned cosmetic surgery centers. Patients appreciate his attentive consultations, personalized care plans, and commitment to subtle, sophisticated enhancement.
Get Ready to Restore a Brighter, Younger Gaze
Eyelid surgery can make a remarkable difference if you have sagging upper lids or prominent puffiness under your eyes. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Yash today by calling (469) 249-9615 or filling out our online contact form. Our team is here to answer your questions and put you at ease.