Lower Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)

A common concern with a transformative solution — under-eye bags and puffiness are among the issues Dr. Morrin hears about most often. When puffiness, sagging skin, or hollowing beneath the eyes makes you look tired, stressed, or older than you feel, a lower eyelid lift can restore a brighter, smoother, and more rested appearance. This procedure offers dramatic improvement with relatively minimal downtime, making it one of the most impactful ways to refresh the face.

What Happens During a Lower Eyelid Lift?

Lower blepharoplasty is a straightforward outpatient surgery performed in the operating room under mild sedation or general anesthesia.

Depending on your needs, Dr. Morrin will use one of two approaches:

• Transconjunctival incision (inside the lower lid) to remove or reposition fat without visible scars
• Subciliary incision (just below the lash line) to address fat, skin, and muscle for a smoother contour

Fat may be repositioned to soften hollowing or removed to reduce puffiness, while skin and muscle can be tightened for a refined, natural look.

Lower eyelid surgery is often performed in conjunction with other procedures such as:

• Upper eyelid lift, facelift, or brow lift for complete periorbital rejuvenation
• Laser resurfacing or chemical peel to tighten and smooth fine lines in the delicate lower eyelid skin
• Fat transfer to restore volume and create a seamless transition from lower eyelid to cheek

Is a Lower Eyelid Lift Right for Me?

You may be a candidate if you have:

• Bags or puffiness under the eyes
• Wrinkled, loose, or sagging lower eyelid skin
• Hollowing, dark circles, or shadows that make you look tired
• Good skin elasticity and general health

During consultation, Dr. Morrin will assess your anatomy, discuss your goals, and recommend the approach that will best restore balance and freshness to your under-eye area.

Recovery

Most patients find recovery to be surprisingly easy:

• Days 1–3: Swelling and bruising peak; cold compresses help reduce discomfort
• Day 4–5: If external sutures are used, they are removed
• 1 Week: Most patients are ready to return to work and light activities
• 2–3 Weeks: Bruising fades; swelling continues to improve
• 6–8 Weeks: Final contour and smoothness become apparent

Pain is typically minimal, and careful aftercare ensures a smooth healing process.

Results

A lower eyelid lift can dramatically refresh your appearance — smoothing bags, softening wrinkles, and brightening the eyes. When combined with skin resurfacing and/or fat transfer, results are enhanced with tighter skin and restored youthful volume. Many patients find that the results allow them to delay more extensive facial surgery for years. The results are long-lasting, though the natural aging process will continue over time.