Why Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) Is Worth Considering

Our eyes are typically the first feature that captures people's attention, significantly influencing both our appearance and our self-perception. 

Over time, factors like aging, sun exposure, and even genetics can cause the skin around our eyes to droop or sag. This can make us look tired or older, or even affect our vision. 

If you've been considering ways to refresh your appearance and restore a more alert, youthful appearance, eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, might be a great option.

What is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty, often called eyelid surgery or an eye lift, is a precise procedure to correct problems like sagging skin, puffiness, and wrinkles around the eyes. It can address both the upper and lower eyelids. 

Blepharoplasty aims to rejuvenate your eyes, making them appear more open, refreshed, and youthful, without looking "done."

Why Eyelid Surgery is Beneficial

Eyelid surgery offers several benefits beyond just cosmetic improvement. For many, it can:

• Improve Vision: Excess skin on the upper eyelids can sometimes hang over the lash line, blocking your field of vision. Removing this skin can significantly improve your sight.

• Reduce a Tired Appearance: Puffy lower eyelids or droopy upper eyelids can make you feel chronically fatigued, even when well-rested. Blepharoplasty can help you look more awake and vibrant.

• Boost Confidence: Feeling better about your appearance can increase self-confidence in all aspects of your life.

• Provide Long-Lasting Results: The results of eyelid surgery can last for many years, improving your facial appearance.

What Sets FacePLUS+ Apart in Eyelid Surgery

At FacePLUS+ Plastic Surgery Institute, Dr. Boonipat approaches eyelid surgery focusing on natural-looking, long-lasting results that enhance appearance and function.

For the upper eyelid, we use the tarsal fixation method. This technique is different from simply removing skin. It involves carefully securing the eyelid's crease to a deeper structure. This ensures a lasting result and allows your eyes to open naturally and dynamically. 

Additionally, we take great care to avoid the stretched or thin look that can sometimes happen with other techniques. This method helps prevent the recurrence of "excess" skin that is just stretched-out skin.

We often combine upper blepharoplasty with procedures like fat grafting and brow ptosis correction. Fat grafting helps to restore lost volume around the eyes, creating a softer, more youthful contour. Brow ptosis correction addresses sagging brows, which can also contribute to a tired appearance. 

For the lower eyelid, we primarily use a transconjunctival approach. This means that for most patients, any incision is made on the inside of the eyelid, so there's no visible incision on your lower eyelid skin. (Only if excess skin needs to be removed would a small external incision be considered.) 

We frequently combine this with fat grafting to the cheek and lower lid area. This helps to sculpt the area smoothly, address hollows, and create a more harmonious transition between the lower eyelid and the cheek.

Schedule Your Eyelid Surgery Consultation with Dr. Boonipat in Lubbock, TX

At FacePLUS+ Plastic Surgery Institute, we believe your appearance should reflect how vibrant you feel inside. Whether seeking a subtle refresh or relief from heavy, aging eyelids, eyelid surgery can be a safe, effective way to restore confidence.

Dr. Thanapoom (Mo) Boonipat brings advanced training, surgical precision, and a patient-first approach to every procedure. Based in Lubbock, TX, he tailors each treatment to your unique goals, ensuring natural results that are not overdone.

Request a consultation today and take the next step toward a brighter, more confident you.