Lower Blepharoplasty: Rejuvenating Tired Eyes

Welcome to our "Teach Me" series! Today we're exploring lower blepharoplasty and how it restores youthful eyes.

What Makes Eyes Look Aged?

Three key factors, in the lower eye, contribute to tired-looking eyes:

1. Lateral Canthal Descent

The outer corner of the eye droops over time, creating a downturned, tired appearance.

2. Excess Crepey Skin

The delicate under-eye skin loses elasticity, becoming thin and wrinkled.

3. Fat Herniation

Fat pads beneath the eyes push forward, creating prominent bags and a puffy appearance.

How We Fix It: Lower Blepharoplasty

Removing Excess Skin

We make an just 1 millimeter below the lash line—it heals virtually invisibly. Excess crepey skin is carefully removed for a smooth, refreshed look.

Addressing Fat Bags

Two options:

• Remove fat through the same skin incision
• Access fat from inside the eyelid (transconjunctival)—no visible scars!

Lifting the Outer Corner

We perform a lateral canthal tightening to restore the natural upward tilt of the outer eye, creating an alert, youthful appearance.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may benefit from lower blepharoplasty if you have:

✓ Under-eye bags or puffiness
✓ Loose, wrinkled lower eyelid skin
✓ A tired appearance even when well-rested
✓ Drooping outer eye corners

Recovery Timeline

Week 1-2: Swelling and bruising subside, sutures removed
Week 3-6: Resume all activities, continued improvement
3-6 Months: Final results visible, scars virtually invisible

Benefits

• Elimination of under-eye bags
• Smoother, tighter skin
• Restored youthful eye shape
• Alert, refreshed appearance

Minimal Scarring

Incisions are placed 1mm below the lash line or inside the eyelid. Most patients report scars are virtually invisible within months.

Why Choose Dr. Conlon?

Trained at Baylor College of Medicine and top medical centers, Dr. Conlon specializes in natural-looking eyelid rejuvenation with meticulous technique and minimal scarring.

Ready for Youthful Eyes?

Schedule a consultation to discuss your goals and determine if lower blepharoplasty is right for you.

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