6 Signs Eye Plastic Surgery May Be a Fit for You

Your eyes are the storytellers of your face — or, according to the old phrase, “the windows of the soul.” But what if lately your eyes seem to tell a story of aging and tiredness — even if you still feel young and energetic? 

Probably not the driving narrative you’re looking for, right?

The good news is, you don’t have to be stuck with that story. Of course, none of us can change our actual age, genetics, or the skin type we were born with. But if you’re concerned about signs of aging and tiredness around your eyes, some popular cosmetic surgeries may be a great solution. Here at The Lucas Center, Dr. Lucas has helped many patients enjoy tighter, smoother skin around their eyes, resulting in a more refreshed, youthful, and alert look. 

Here are six signs that you may be an ideal candidate for plastic surgery around the eyes…

Sign #1 – Drooping Eyelids

As you age, it’s natural for your skin to lose some of its elasticity (the quality that keeps it tight and stretchy). Unfortunately, this often results in sagging or drooping eyelids, which can distract from the natural beauty and youthfulness of your eyes. 

Sign #2 – Extra Creasing in the Eyelid Area

Some people’s natural facial anatomy includes hooded eyes or hooded eyelids, meaning the skin below their eyebrows hangs loosely over the eyes, covering the upper eyelids at least partially.

Over time, this skin loosens and stretches even more and can form unwanted creases and folds around the eyes. Unfortunately, even those who did not originally have hooded eyelids can also develop excess skin and creasing above the eyes as they age. 

This leads us to the next sign you may be a good candidate for an eyelid lift…

Sign #3 – Difficulty Applying Makeup

Have you noticed yourself having a tough time applying eye shadow and mascara recently? Extra skin can make it tough to reach all the areas around your eyes and can cause frustrating mascara smudges and smears, particularly with drooping and creasing eyelids.

Sign #4 – Puffy Undereye Area

Sometimes, puffy eyes are due to temporary causes like crying, allergies, or a sleepless night. But if the area under your eyes is generally puffy or saggy due to aging, unfortunately, that’s not something that will resolve on its own.

Sign #5 – A Tired, Sleepy Look

Ever have one of those days where people keep telling you that you look tired? Unfortunately, skin laxity around the eyes due to aging can often give a person a perpetually tired or sleepy look. Drooping and sagging skin detracts from your eyes’ natural brightness and doesn’t do justice to your level of alertness and energy. 

Sign #6 – Obstructed Vision

For some people, drooping or sagging skin around the eyes can eventually interfere with their eyesight. If you continually feel like you need to open your eyes wider, this may be happening to you. (By the way, in this case, eye plastic surgery could have a lasting positive impact not only on aesthetics but also on your vision functionally — a huge win!)

A note about eye surgery for primarily functional reasons: If a functional issue like vision concerns is your main driver for surgery, start by talking to your primary care provider. They may be able to make a referral or help check on possible insurance coverage of a procedure. Because The Lucas Center specializes in elective cosmetic care, we tailor our eye surgery approach to each patient’s aesthetic priorities rather than medical or functional needs.

Understanding the Signs: Are You Ready for Eye Rejuvenation?

If one or more of the telltale signs above applies to you, you may be a great candidate for eye plastic surgery! Depending on your specific concerns, facial anatomy, and skin, one of the following surgeries may be a good fit: 

• Blepharoplasty (aka “eyelid rejuvenation”) 
• Eyebrow lift (sometimes called simply “brow lift”)

These two procedures, targeting slightly different concerns (but often performed in combination), can both have major positive effects on the eye area. You can learn more about the differences and benefits of these two procedures here.

Ultimately, however, the best way to decide whether you’re a candidate for any cosmetic surgery is to have a personalized consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. When you meet with Dr. Lucas, he takes the time to hear your concerns and goals, assess your health, and craft a customized surgical plan to achieve real, lasting confidence! Give us a call at (865) 218-6210 or schedule online today.