Age-Related Upper and Lower Eyelid Surgery: Cosmetic Solutions for Drooping Eyes and Puffy Under-Eyes

When we see our parents after a long time, I see you aging each day unlike our children who are growing by leaps and bounds.

Mother and Father, why do you look so much older,

at an age that even hair dye can't hide,

I understand that feeling of disappointment doubling.

I carefully suggested Botox,

but you stubbornly refused, saying "Are you trying to make me a Miss Korea contestant at this age?"

Don't many of you have parents who reject such suggestions?

Yet these same parents struggle with drooping eyelids

and find it hard to live with puffy under-eyes.

Whether it's dimmed vision from age

or from drooping eyes, it's hard to tell—

this is what parents say, and it led you to research

age-related eyelid surgery and find this blog.

When older patients go under the surgical knife,

there are many more concerns to address.

We want both the patient to be most satisfied

and family members as guardians to be pleased—

so let me tell you about Gangnam Seoyeon's

age-related upper and lower eyelid procedures that deliver such results.

First, age-related upper eyelid surgery is, simply put,

surgery that lifts drooping eyes caused by aging.

After making an incision following the design,

excess wrinkled skin and unnecessary fat are removed,

and the levator muscle is repositioned to its younger location.

(*In older patients, the levator muscle often becomes loose

or separated from the tarsal plate, so surgery

repositions it properly.)

Then it is sutured along the original double eyelid line

to create youthful eyes.

Even with age, one doesn't want to give up on aesthetics.

While creating the most flattering eye appearance,

eyelash trichiasis, friction-related irritation, and narrowed vision are resolved

to help you live a healthier life.

So what about lower eyelid surgery,

which is commonly performed in older patients?

Lower eyelid surgery is for those concerned about

puffy under-eyes.

After making an incision following the design,

unnecessary skin and protruding fat under the eyes are repositioned,

the orbital septum is strengthened, and the mid-face is lifted.

During suturing, skin and muscle are also

pulled upward to create a taut appearance.

You might notice the difference between lower eyelid surgery

and undereye fat repositioning.

Undereye fat repositioning uses the conjunctival approach

to reposition only the fat, resulting in minimal scarring and

a simpler procedure, but it cannot lift the mid-face.

Lower eyelid surgery, on the other hand, not only repositions fat

but also lifts the mid-face to tighten wrinkled skin under the eyes more effectively.

That's why older patients often prefer

lower eyelid surgery over undereye fat repositioning.

If drooping eyelids are your concern, upper eyelid surgery is recommended;

if puffy under-eyes are your concern, lower eyelid surgery is recommended.

However, older patients often have both concerns:

drooping eyelids alongside puffy under-eyes occur together frequently,

so upper and lower eyelid surgery are often performed simultaneously.

Dr. Choi Dong-il at Gangnam Seoyeon Plastic Surgery

is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience

who delivers satisfying surgical results for patients of various ages

through exceptional surgical skill.

While natural aging is fine,

discomfort caused by aging should not have to be endured.

Today we explored how to reduce discomfort and

become more beautiful with Gangnam Seoyeon's

upper and lower eyelid procedures.

Do you have lingering questions about age-related eyelid surgery?

If you'd like a more customized solution,

we recommend scheduling a consultation.

Thank you for reading! :)

Gangnam Seoyeon Plastic Surgery Clinic complies with medical law. All photos in this post were taken under identical conditions and are images taken with prior patient consent. Additionally, bleeding, infection, inflammation, and other side effects may occur after cosmetic surgery and procedures depending on the individual, so caution is advised.

- Single board-certified plastic surgeon director system

- Accurate eye assessment /Recommending only necessary surgeries

- Operating room equipped with CCTV

Come in freely and receive a 1:1 consultation from a board-certified plastic surgeon. :)

For questions or to schedule a consultation,

leave a comment or contact Kakao Talk Plus Friend @GangnamSeoyeonSurgery

or call 02-535-8889 :)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is age-related upper eyelid surgery?

It is surgery that lifts drooping eyes caused by aging. After making an incision following the design, wrinkled skin and unnecessary fat are removed, and the levator muscle that has become loose or separated from the tarsal plate is repositioned to its youthful location, then sutured along the original double eyelid line to create youthful eyes.

How is lower eyelid surgery performed?

It is surgery for those concerned about puffy under-eyes. After making an incision following the design, unnecessary skin and protruding fat under the eyes are repositioned, the orbital septum is strengthened, and the mid-face is lifted. During suturing, skin and muscle are also pulled upward to create a taut appearance.

How do undereye fat repositioning and lower eyelid surgery differ?

Undereye fat repositioning uses the conjunctival approach to reposition only the fat, resulting in minimal scarring and a simpler procedure, but it cannot lift the mid-face. Lower eyelid surgery, on the other hand, not only repositions fat but also lifts the mid-face to tighten wrinkled skin under the eyes more effectively, which is why it is preferred by older patients.

Can upper and lower eyelid surgery be performed simultaneously?

Yes, simultaneous surgery is possible. Older patients often experience both drooping eyelids and puffy under-eyes together, so upper and lower eyelid surgery are frequently performed in the same session.

What discomforts are improved with upper eyelid surgery?

In addition to aesthetic improvement, health-related discomforts are also resolved. While creating the most flattering eye appearance, issues such as eyelash trichiasis, friction-related irritation, and narrowed vision are addressed to help you live a healthier life.

Are there side effects after surgery?

Bleeding, infection, inflammation, and other side effects may occur after the procedure depending on the individual, so caution is advised. We recommend scheduling a 1:1 consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon for accurate eye assessment and customized counseling.