Facelifts and blepharoplasty are often combined because they are two procedures that help address facial aging and sagging skin.
Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty aims to open up the eyes by operating on the upper eyelids, the lower eyelids, or both. The surgeon can also remove under-eye bags and, in some cases, improve dark circles. The eyes are a key feature of the face, and when they are hidden by drooping eyelids, this can create a tired or sad appearance and may also cause functional problems. If the eyelids significantly obstruct vision, the procedure may be covered by social security.
Facelift
Over the years, sun exposure and everyday wear and tear cause facial skin to lose elasticity. As a result, the skin can sag and deepen wrinkles and folds. This can sometimes make the face look older than the person’s actual age. A facelift involves tightening the skin and underlying tissues of the face and neck.
Facelift and Blepharoplasty
The benefits of combining a facelift and blepharoplasty depend on each patient’s situation. The surgeon will determine whether it makes sense to perform both procedures together. They are often linked because eyelid skin laxity is related to the laxity of the skin in the rest of the face. Some people experience sagging much faster than others, due to genetics and many other factors such as sun exposure, work demands, fatigue, and medical history.
