Lower Blepharoplasty
In Houston
Banish Under-Eye Bags
Why Choose Athré Facial Plastics for Lower Blepharoplasty in Houston, TX?
Dr. Athre is a double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon known for his meticulous technique and his natural results with Lower Blepharoplasty in Houston. Remove bags and excess skin below your eyes for a dramatically more youthful and refreshed appearance. Dr. Athre’s approach is to tailor the surgery for each patient’s individual anatomy to achieve the best results with the least risk of complications.
Lower Blepharoplasty at a Glance
- Rejuvenate the under-eye area: Address puffiness, under-eye bags, and wrinkles for a refreshed and brighter appearance.
- Minimally invasive procedure: Lower blepharoplasty is performed on an outpatient basis with a relatively quick recovery.
- Long-lasting results: Enjoy a more youthful and well-rested look for years to come.
- Natural-looking enhancements: Dr. Athré prioritizes techniques that achieve subtle improvements, harmonizing with your facial features.
- Improved self-confidence: Look and feel your best with a brighter and more youthful under-eye area.
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Eyelid Surgery Before & Afters
Beyond Concealer
What is a lower blepharoplasty?
Aging causes the breakdown of key structural proteins in the skin and connective tissues. The lower eyelid structure is very similar to a hammock. With aging and the loss of structural proteins, the lower eyelid loses its snap and begins to sag. The fat layer underneath the skin pushes outward, creating eye bags, and the skin becomes loose. These issues can be corrected via our Houston lower blepharoplasty procedure. Lower blepharoplasty, also known as under-eye surgery, is a cosmetic procedure designed to rejuvenate the under-eye area.
Rested and Refreshed
What concerns does lower blepharoplasty treat?
Lower blepharoplasty is surgery for the lower eyelids to address the functional and cosmetic concerns of the lower eyelid area. The signs of aging of the lower eyelid region include:
- Excess skin of the lower eyelid, and/or
- Eye bags or fat bags of the lower eyelid
- Fine lines and wrinkles under the eyes
Lower blepharoplasty surgery addresses both of these issues. The ultimate goal of lower blepharoplasty is to restore a refreshed and youthful appearance eye area. By addressing puffiness, wrinkles, and under-eye bags, lower blepharoplasty can create a brighter, more rested look that enhances your overall facial harmony and boosts your confidence.
I Woke Up Like This
What are the benefits of lower blepharoplasty?
With lower blepharoplasty Houston patients are offered a transformative solution for under-eye wrinkles, bags, and sagging, restoring a brighter and more youthful appearance. But the benefits extend far beyond aesthetics. Here's a closer look at how lower blepharoplasty can enhance your look and your well-being:
Restore a youthful and refreshed look: The under-eye area plays a significant role in shaping our overall perception of age. Puffiness, wrinkles, and under-eye bags can create a tired or aged appearance. Lower blepharoplasty addresses these concerns, restoring a smoother and more youthful under-eye contour. This can significantly brighten your entire face and create a more rested and approachable look.
Boost your confidence: Looking your best can significantly impact how you feel. When you feel confident in your appearance, it shows! Lower blepharoplasty addresses visible signs of aging that can contribute to feelings of self-consciousness about your eyes. By restoring a more youthful and energetic look, lower blepharoplasty can boost your confidence and help you feel empowered in your everyday life.
Long-lasting results: Modern lower blepharoplasty techniques offer long-lasting results. While individual results may vary, the effects of a successful lower blepharoplasty can be enjoyed for several years. This allows you to experience the confidence and joy of a more youthful appearance for an extended period.
Minimally invasive options for a faster recovery: Lower blepharoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure with a relatively quick recovery. Dr. Athré utilizes advanced techniques to minimize downtime and discomfort. This allows you to return to your daily routine faster and with less disruption to your life.
Natural-looking enhancements for a harmonious appearance: At Athré Facial Plastics, achieving natural-looking results is paramount. Dr. Athré prioritizes techniques that subtly address under-eye concerns, ensuring the final outcome complements your unique facial features and maintains a balanced and harmonious appearance.
Who should get a lower eyelid blepharoplasty?
Am I a candidate for lower blepharoplasty?
A consultation with Dr. Athré is the best way to determine candidacy. However, here's a general guide:
Good Candidates for Lower Blepharoplasty:
- Individuals with visible signs of aging in the under-eye area, such as puffiness, under-eye bags, or wrinkles.
- People who feel self-conscious about their appearance due to these concerns.
- Generally healthy individuals with realistic expectations about the outcome.
- Those who want a minimally invasive procedure with a relatively quick recovery.
People Who Might Want to Consider Other Options:
- Individuals with certain medical conditions (discuss these with Dr. Athré during your consultation).
- People with severe tear trough deformity (may require additional procedures).
- Those with significant sagging skin in the lower face (may benefit from a facelift).
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Say Goodbye to Tired Eyes
Lower Blepharoplasty Recovery
The swelling and bruising after a lower blepharoplasty surgery or after combined upper and lower blepharoplasty surgery is slightly more than after isolated upper blepharoplasty surgery. Patients usually have bruising and swelling for approximately five days. By seven days after surgery, most patients are able to return to work with makeup to cover up mild bruising.
Minimally Invasive, Lasting Results
Lower Blepharoplasty Results
The final results of lower blepharoplasty can be appreciated within 4-6 months once any residual swelling has completely resolved and the healing process is complete. One of the significant benefits of lower blepharoplasty is the long-lasting nature of the results. By addressing excess fat and loose skin, lower blepharoplasty can create a rejuvenated under-eye area that you can enjoy for years to come. Studies suggest that successful lower blepharoplasty results can last for 10-15 years or even longer, depending on various factors such as your individual anatomy, lifestyle habits, and sun exposure.
Maintaining Your Results:
While lower blepharoplasty offers long-lasting improvements, certain lifestyle factors can influence the longevity of your results. Maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding excessive sun exposure, and following a good skincare routine can all contribute to preserving your youthful under-eye appearance.
Lower Blepharoplasty
Frequently Asked Questions
The average cost of eyelid surgery is $3,339 (Based on American Society of Plastic Surgeons). The cost of a blepharoplasty near you may be different due to geographic factors and the above cost estimates do not include operating room fees and anesthesia fees. The average cost of eyelid surgery in Texas is $2,235-4,475. Lower blepharoplasty eyelid surgery costs start at $3,250. If upper and lower eyelid surgery are being performed together, the starting price at our office is $5,750. These fees assume local anesthesia.
The risks are:
- Dry eyes
- Blurry vision (usually temporary for 2-3 days)
- Ectropion (scar tissue caused by excessive skin resection that pulls the eyelid down)
- Need for additional surgery
- Infection or granuloma formation
- Change in color of eyelid skin
These risks are extremely rare in Dr. Athre’s patients.
The most common procedures done with a lower eyelid blepharoplasty are:
Laser Resurfacing or Chemical Peel
The lower eyelid is connected to the cheek and to the crow’s feet region. The lower eyelid skin tends to lose thickness, become very thin, and have a crepe-like appearance. This also happens to the skin that intersects the lower eyelid-cheek junction and to the skin in the crow’s feet region. This thinning can be reversed with a skin resurfacing procedure like laser resurfacing or a chemical peel.
Tear Trough Volume
As the lower eyelid ages, the cheek also tends to fall. This creates a groove of volume loss between the cheek and the lower eyelid called a tear trough. Adding volume into this area via fat transfer or dermal fillers (Ocu Rx) can help re-volumize and rejuvenate the lower eyelid complex.
Upper Blepharoplasty
“Four-eyelid surgery” or combined upper and lower eyelid surgery is a common procedure to rejuvenate the entire eye complex. The upper and lower eyelids tend to age as a unit, and patients who need upper eyelid surgery usually also benefit from lower blepharoplasty. Both procedures can be performed in under 2.5 hours under local anesthesia with oral sedation.
