Sagging after lower eyelid surgery — is revision necessary?
Lower blepharoplasty is a procedure designed to improve bulging fat under the eyes and sagging skin that occurs with aging. However, even after surgery, the aging process continues, and over time the skin and fat under the eyes may begin to sag again. The eye area tends to show signs of aging earlier than other parts of the face, so depending on the degree of recurrence, revision surgery may be considered. Treatment options vary depending on the condition. If the tear trough becomes deeper or volume loss is noticeable, fat repositioning may be recommended. This involves redistributing fat to hollow areas to create a smoother under-eye contour. In such cases, the tissue is secured to the bone to help maintain long-lasting and stable results. If under-eye wrinkles are accompanied by mid-cheek or nasolabial folds, a midface lift may be performed together. This approach improves not only the under-eye area but also the mid-face region as a whole. Depending on the severity of saggin...