Lower Blepharoplasty (Lower Blepharoplasty)
Under-eye skin stretched with age, wrinkles and prominent fat are refined together for a smoother under-eye. It is diagnosed as distinct from under-eye fat repositioning.
Lower Blepharoplasty, In short?
Lower blepharoplasty refines the under-eye of mature skin, where age has stretched the skin, brought wrinkles, and made the fat stand out and cast a tired-looking shadow. An incision along the lower lash line refines sagging skin and descended muscle, and the protruding fat is either removed or repositioned into hollow areas depending on the condition. Unlike under-eye fat repositioning, which handles only fat through the conjunctiva without cutting skin, it is considered mainly for those who also have skin and wrinkle laxity. The approach varies with the state of the under-eye, skin elasticity and fat volume. Results and the pace of recovery vary from person to person.
Source: SM Plastic Surgery Lee Mooyoung Director (board-certified plastic surgeon, clinical experience 24 years)
Key Facts
| Procedure time | About 1 hour |
|---|---|
| Anesthesia Method | Local / sedation |
| Return to daily life | After about 7 days |
| Suture Removal | After 5–7 days |
| Follow-up visits | 2–3 times |
Procedure Information
Treatment Area: Eyes
Procedure Type: Surgical procedure
Attending Physician: Director Lee Mooyoung
SM's approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How do lower blepharoplasty and under-eye fat repositioning differ?
Fat repositioning rearranges the under-eye fat through the conjunctiva; with no skin incision, it is considered mainly for younger people with little laxity. Lower blepharoplasty opens along the lower lash line and refines stretched skin and descended muscle as well, considered mainly for mature skin with laxity and wrinkles. Which suits varies with the under-eye, so the decision follows a detailed assessment.
From what age is lower blepharoplasty best considered?
It is judged less by age than by the degree of skin laxity, wrinkles and fat protrusion. Where elasticity remains and only the fat is the problem, repositioning is considered; where skin and muscle laxity is clear, lower blepharoplasty suits. The under-eye is assessed for each person and the necessary extent decided.
Is the lower blepharoplasty scar noticeable?
The incision follows the line just beneath the lower lashes so the scar hides in the lash line, becoming less noticeable with time. How well it heals varies with constitution and care, however, so it cannot be assumed there will be none at all.
If the under-eye fat is removed, will the area look hollow?
Rather than removing fat outright, it is repositioned into the hollow of the tear trough or the amount left is adjusted, aiming for a smooth curve. Removing too much can bring hollowing, so fat volume and the degree of hollowing are examined together. Results vary from person to person.
How long does recovery take after lower blepharoplasty?
It varies, but a return to daily life is generally possible from about 7 days after surgery, with sutures out after 5–7 days. It can take longer for swelling and bruising to subside fully and look natural. The pace of recovery varies with the skin and the extent of surgery.
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