Subbrow Lift and Lower Blepharoplasty

* Basic Information

# Female in her 50s

# Current Condition

- Habit of raising eyebrows due to sagging skin on the upper eyelids

- Tired appearance caused by bulging fat under the eyes

* Consultation

# The patient visited the clinic planning for surgery due to significant sagging of the upper eyelid skin, as well as bulging and wrinkles under the eyes.

# Caution is required if performing ‘Upper Blepharoplasty only’ (a method of removing sagging skin while creating a double eyelid fold), as it can make the puffiness of the upper eyelid more prominent and result in a tacky or fierce-looking double eyelid.

# We decided to address the sagging skin by lifting it from beneath the eyebrows.

# For the under-eye area, it is crucial to reposition the bulging fat pockets and perform orbicularis oculi muscle suspension to prevent ectropion and ensure long-lasting results.

* Plan

# Subbrow Lift

# Lower Blepharoplasty

* Post-operative Progress

# We aimed to resolve the sagging as much as possible through a subbrow lift. After lifting the sagging skin, the hidden double eyelid lines have been revealed!

# When performing a subbrow lift, it is important not just to excise the skin but also to perform periosteal fixation to prevent re-sagging and ensure the effects last a long time.

# In the case of lower blepharoplasty, the orbicularis oculi muscle suspension must be performed securely to prevent complications like ectropion or easy recurrence.

# We also did not forget to create a natural ‘aegyo-sal’ (love band) during the lower blepharoplasty. If the under-eye area is too flat, it can actually make one look older.

Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!

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Dr. Young Moon Yoo, Representative Director of VIBE Plastic Surgery

Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur after surgery depending on the individual, and caution is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

In what cases is a sub-brow lift necessary?

A sub-brow lift is necessary when there is significant eyelid skin sagging, leading to a habit of raising the eyebrows, or when upper eyelid surgery might emphasize the puffiness of the upper eyelid. It helps resolve sagging skin by lifting it from below the eyebrow.

What are the important considerations for lower eyelid surgery?

For lower eyelid surgery, it is important to reposition bulging fat pockets, prevent ectropion through orbicularis oculi muscle suspension fixation, and ensure long-lasting surgical results. Creating natural aegyo-sal (under-eye fat rolls) is also a consideration.

How long do the effects of a sub-brow lift last?

It is explained that for a sub-brow lift, it is important not just to excise skin but also to perform periosteal fixation to prevent re-sagging, thereby ensuring the effects last for a long time.

Why choose a sub-brow lift instead of upper eyelid surgery?

If only upper eyelid surgery is performed, the puffiness of the upper eyelid might become more prominent, potentially creating an unnatural or fierce-looking double eyelid. To prevent this and achieve natural results, a sub-brow lift can be chosen.

What side effects can occur after surgery?

Various complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry can occur after surgery, and these may vary depending on the individual, so caution is required.

Can aegyo-sal also be created with lower eyelid surgery?

Yes, during lower eyelid surgery, natural aegyo-sal can be created. This is because if the under-eye area is too flat, it can make one look older.