It can also correct drooping upper lids and puffy bags below your eyes. Eyelid surgery will not, however, remove crow s feet or other wrinkles, eliminate dark circles under your eyes or lift sagging eyebrows. The best candidates for eyelid surgery are men and women who are physically healthy.
Some medical conditions make blepharoplasty more risky.
A detached retina or glaucoma is also a reason for caution. Check with your ophthalmologist before having surgery. Your surgeon or nurse will test your vision and assess your tear production. You should also provide any relevant information from your ophthalmologist or the record of your most recent eye exam. If you wear glasses or contacts, be sure to bring them along.