How To Fix Drooping Eyelids

As part of the aging process, gravity takes its toll on the delicate skin around our eyes. At the same time, skin loses collagen and elastin as it ages, making it thinner and causing it to lose shape. The result, for some people, is eyelids that droop down over the eyes. An eyelid lift can correct these drooping eyelids

*Individual results may vary

What is an Eyelid Lift?

An eyelid lift removes excess skin and fat from above the eye and lifts the skin to remove the appearance of drooping. Dr. Vitolo can perform versions of his Scar Less procedures on the upper and lower eyelids. An eyelid lift makes the eyes appear younger and more refreshed. Since the eyes show signs of aging before other parts of the face, people choosing this procedure often feel like their eyes make them look older than they are. 

What is the Difference Between an Upper and Lower Eyelid Lift?

Both the upper and lower eyelids show signs of drooping and sagging skin. In addition, fat becomes deposited in both eyelids, forming bags under the eyes and giving an overhanging appearance to the upper eyelids. 

An upper eyelid lift removes excess loose skin and fat, then lifts the remaining skin, so the eyes look brighter and more alert. Dr. Vitolo can hide incision lines in the folds of eyelid skin. He can also use techniques such as laser treatment to tighten eyelid skin with no surgery and no scars. 

lower eyelid lift removes the fat pads that form the appearance of bags under the eyes. It also removes loose skin to restore a more youthful shape. Dr. Vitolo uses a Scar Less procedure on the lower eyelids to remove fat pads through a very fine incision inside  the lower eyelid so there are no visible scars, there are no stitches to be removed.

For many people there is even a better way to improve the appearance of droopy eyelid skin with Dr Vitolo’s Endoscopic brow lift and as a bonus get a younger looking upper face with a more youthful look.  As you age, you don’t actually get more eyelid skin, your brow begins to droop creating the lines on your forehead and causing the excess eyelid skin to appear.  

The Endoscopic brow lift actually corrects the cause of droopy eyelid skin by repositioning the brow back to where it was when you were younger, leaving no visible scars that would result from a traditional skin excision. [You can learn more about the Endoscopic brow lift  on Dr Vitolo’s website]

Many people who think they need a facelift may only need an Endoscopic brow lift because this procedure also rejuvenates the upper face in addition to correcting droopy eyelid skin.

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What is Recovery Like From an Eyelid Lift?

Recovery time for an eyelid lift or Dr.Vitolo’s Scar Less methods should have most people back to work within a day. For a more involved procedure, like an upper eyelid lift with loose skin to remove, or the Endoscopic brow lift it may take 2 to 3 days to return to work. Dr. Vitolo chooses Scar Less options whenever possible to have patients feeling good and back to their regular routine as quickly as possible. 

Am I a Good Candidate for an Eyelid Lift?

If you have drooping skin on your upper or lower eyelids, or if accumulated fat in your eyelids bothers you, you may be a good candidate for an eyelid lift. A consultation with Dr. Vitolo will help determine what type of procedure will give you the best results with minimal to no scarring or discomfort. 

“It has been one year since I made the decision to have liposuction. From beginning to end Dr. Vitolo and his staff were accommodating and professional. Everyone made me feel very comfortable and took the time to answer all of my questions. I was thinking about the procedure for awhile but after talking with Dr. Vitolo, the decision was easy. I’m an active health conscious person, but was unable to get the results I wanted with just diet and exercise. Dr. Vitolo shaped my torso and I’m very happy with results. Recovery was as expected! I think it’s important for people to know that for the best results, you really need to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle.” *

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Take the Next Step

Want to learn more about eyelid lifts?

Schedule a consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Robert Vitolo at his plastic surgery practice by filling out the consultation form on this page or by calling 718-619-8869 to get more information or to make an appointment at one of his 3 offices. 

During this difficult time of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic we have taken precautions to protect our patients and staff from danger. Dr. Vitolo is offering complimentary Virtual Consultations on your computer,smartphone or tablet for all procedures. To request a consultation with Dr. Vitolo call 718-619-8869.

Dr. Vitolo serves the greater New York Metropolitan area including Manhattan, Staten Island, Brooklyn, and New Jersey.

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