What Is the Right Age for Lower Eyelid Surgery?

Having lower eyelid surgery or a lower blepharoplasty can allow patients to dramatically enhance their facial aesthetic. Lower blepharoplasty remains one of the longest-lasting plastic surgeries. But for many, choosing the best time to have a lower blepharoplasty can be confusing. So what is the right age for lower eyelid surgery? Read on to learn more!

What to Know First

While lower blepharoplasty can address signs of aging, lower eyelid bags can be genetic eye bags which are present from birth. Other factors that can contribute to lower eyelid bags are, chronic dehydration, smoking, alcohol-use, stress, poorer sleep, and certain medical conditions.

What Is the Right Age for Lower Eyelid Surgery?

At Raleigh Eye and Face, as long as you are over 18, there is no wrong age for lower blepharoplasty.

The goal with a lower blepharoplasty or any cosmetic surgery is always to help patients look and feel like their best selves. Whatever you age, some signs it is the right time for lower eyelid surgery include:

• Having persistent cosmetic concerns under the eye such as puffiness, eye bags, wrinkles, and dark circles

• Being in good health

• Not currently smoking

• Being ready to commitment to following a pre and post operative routine with 1-2 weeks of downtime

Schedule a Consultation with Raleigh Eye and Face Surgery

No matter your age, Dr. Mettu works with the delicate structures of your eyelids and face to ensure a skillful and balanced result to your lower blepharoplasty. Schedule a consultation with us to learn more about how a lower blepharoplasty can benefit you.