Some of the most visible signs of aging can be seen on the face. Sagging skin, fine lines and wrinkles are commonly associated with older age. Several changes are also taking place around the eyes. The upper eyelids can droop or become puffy. The fat pads underlying the upper cheeks lose volume. The skin around the upper and lower eyelids loses its elasticity and stretches. In addition, the supporting tissues around the eye weaken and are pulled down by gravity. That causes the natural pocket of fat under the eye to bulge or protrude, leading to the appearance of sunken eyes and lower bags.
Eyelid Surgery
The procedure to fix droopy or sagging, puffy eyelids is called blepharoplasty. It can be done on the upper and/or lower eyelids. Blepharoplasty is the third most common cosmetic surgical procedure in this country. According to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 231,467 blepharoplasties were performed in the U.S. in 2005. More than 85 percent of patients are women. It's most commonly done in patients 51 to 64.
Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty
The traditional surgery for fixing lower eyelids uses an incision made just below the lower eyelashes. Working through the opening, doctors remove excess fat and skin. Muscle may be tightened. Sometimes the under-eye fat is redistributed to restore a more natural appearance. Then, the incision is closed.
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