Can Eyelid Surgery Help Men Look Younger?

Plastic surgery for men extends far beyond just body contouring procedures like liposuction and gynecomastia surgery. In fact, certain cosmetic surgery procedures for the face have become very popular with male patients in recent years. None more so than eyelid surgery. Male eyelid surgery provides men of all ages with a tried and true way to turn back the clock and shave years off of their appearance. Today, our board-certified plastic surgeons wanted to discuss specifically how eyelid surgery can help men look younger and more refreshed.

We thought it would be informative to begin with some statistics to demonstrate just how common eyelid surgery for men has become. These stats were collected by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). According to the numbers, over 15,000 men underwent eyelid surgery procedures last year alone in the US. That marked a 12% increase from the previous year. Eyelid surgery was the third most common plastic surgery procedure for men, behind just liposuction and male breast reduction to treat gynecomastia.

Common issues that can make a man look significantly older than his age include loose skin on the upper eyelids, bags under the eyes, and fat deposits that can make the eyelids look puffy or inflamed. Eyelid surgery can help by removing excess skin and fat and recontouring the eyelids. The result is a more rested and youthful appearance, that is subtle but powerful.

For any men who are concerned about looking too feminine after undergoing eyelid surgery, we always reassure our patients that this will not be the case. In fact, our expert surgeons have specific procedure methods that are used to help accentuate and preserve a guy’s more masculine facial characteristics. During eyelid surgery consultations in our office, we always make time to discuss the specific aesthetic preferences of each patient, and show examples of other male patients we have helped in the past, to set a realistic and achievable baseline of post-surgery expectations.

We understand that considering eyelid surgery is an important decision, and that any men that are interested in the procedure will have their own questions and concerns. That’s why we are always happy to discuss our procedures and all the available options patients have during consultation appointments in our office. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consult, please contact Atlanta Plastic Surgery at one of our Atlanta, Cumming, or Canton area locations. You can also follow along with us on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, photos, and much more.