Eyelid surgery can create a more rested, refreshed appearance by addressing excess skin and other age-related changes around the eyes. Because the procedure modifies the tissues contributing to these concerns, its results are generally long-lasting. However, eyelid surgery does not stop the natural aging process, and the upper and lower eyelids may change differently over time.
Dr. Dean Kleto is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has served patients in the Knoxville area for more than 25 years. His detailed surgical approach is tailored to your anatomy while preserving the natural character of your eyes.
Upper Eyelid Surgery Results
Upper eyelid surgery typically removes excess skin and, when appropriate, adjusts underlying fat. Results may last approximately five to ten years or longer. Some patients never choose to have another upper eyelid procedure.
The skin around your eyes will continue to lose elasticity as you age, so some laxity may eventually reappear. Genetics, skin quality, sun exposure, smoking, and other lifestyle factors can influence the longevity of your results.
Lower Eyelid Surgery Results
Lower eyelid surgery may address under-eye bags, displaced fat, and certain contour irregularities beneath the eyes. Because repositioned or removed fat generally does not return in the same way, lower eyelid results may last for many years and can be especially durable.
Normal aging may still lead to skin laxity or other changes around the eyes. New concerns that develop later do not necessarily mean that the original surgery has stopped working; they may reflect the continued aging of surrounding tissues.
Protecting Your Results
You cannot prevent aging, but several habits may help maintain skin quality and support longer-lasting results. Protect the eye area from ultraviolet exposure by wearing sunglasses and broad-spectrum sunscreen. Avoid smoking, follow an appropriate skincare routine, and maintain stable overall health.
Also follow Dr. Kleto’s recovery instructions. Protecting the incisions, attending follow-up visits, and allowing adequate time for healing can support the best possible surgical outcome.
Explore Eyelid Surgery in Knoxville
How long your results may last depends on your eyelid anatomy, the concerns being treated, and how your tissues change with age. Dr. Kleto can evaluate whether upper eyelid surgery, lower eyelid surgery, or a combination best suits your goals. Conveniently located in Sevierville to serve Knox, Sevier, Blount, & Jefferson Counties, his practice welcomes patients throughout the Knoxville area. Contact 865-524-2442 to schedule your personal consultation.