Drooping, overhung upper lids and sagging lower lids can happen to anyone. Eyelid problems often are one of the first signs of aging, but even young people can be affected. Chronic allergies can cause the eyelids to swell, speeding the development of overhanging upper lids or bags under the eyes. Sun exposure, excess squinting and habitual eye-rubbing can promote sagginess. Heredity also plays a part.

Fortunately, eyelid problems can be treated very effectively through blepharoplasty, a relatively simple procedure that removes excess skin, muscle and fatty tissue. It often is combined with other facial plastic surgery procedures, such as browlift, facelift or skin resurfacing.

If your eyes make you seem droopy, sad or tired, blepharoplasty can open them up dramatically and give you a fresher, brighter, more youthful appearance.