When creams, sleep, or concealer no longer help, lower eyelid blepharoplasty with Dr. Michael Veber offers a subtle reset for the under-eye: deflate the bulge, soften the shadow, refine the skin. Using a discreet approach — inside the eyelid to address fat and contour, or just under the lashes only when a fine skin refinement is needed — he reshapes the lid–cheek junction with gentle tissue handling and a tailored plan. The aim is simple: a smoother, brighter under-eyeand a refreshed gaze that preserves your natural character, with recovery measured in days, not months.

What this surgery improves

• Persistent under-eye bags/puffiness (fat pockets)

• Dark circles and hollowing (tear trough) caused by shadowing

• Fine lines and lax skin that make eyes look tired

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How it’s done (tailored to your anatomy)

Duration: ~1 to 1.5 hours · Anaesthesia: local with sedation or light general

• Transconjunctival approach (inside the eyelid): removes or repositions fat without a skin incision.

• Subciliary approach (just under the lashes): for small excess skin; allows a fine skin resection to smooth the eyelid.

• When indicated: fat preservation/repositioning to reduce hollowing; canthopexy (Cat Eyes) for added support.

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Outpatient care

• Same-day discharge. You return home shortly after surgery.​

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Recovery timeline (what to expect)

• Days 1–3: swelling/bruise most noticeable; cool compresses and head elevation help.

• Days 4–7: swelling/bruise fade; many patients feel comfortable with sunglasses.

• Work/social: usually 7–14 days.

• Sports: 4–6 weeks.

• Makeup/contacts: typically after 7–10 days (when advised).

• Final result: 2–3 months as tissues settle.

Aftercare & comfort

• Lubricating drops/ointment as directed

• Sleep with head elevated for the first week

• Avoid heavy lifting and intense screen time early on

• Strict sun protection (sunglasses, SPF) to protect healing skin

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Results

• Flatter lower lids, less bulging

• Softer transition from eyelid to cheek, fewer shadows

• Eyes look rested and natural, not “operated”

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Who is a good candidate?

• Visible bags or lax skin despite creams or lifestyle changes

• Good eye health and realistic goals

• Seeking long-lasting correction rather than temporary cover-ups

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Complementary options (when helpful)

• Skin quality: light laser/peel around the eyelids for crepey skin

• Hollows: micro-fat transfer or hyaluronic acid (tear trough) when appropriate

• Support: canthopexy if eyelid tone is weak

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Safety & limitations (brief)

Temporary dryness, light sensitivity, asymmetry, or prolonged swelling can occur; more serious issues are uncommon when performed by an experienced surgeon and with proper aftercare.

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Why Dr. Veber recommends this procedure

Lower blepharoplasty is a sophisticated yet subtle surgery. With careful planning and gentle tissue handling, it refreshes the eyes without changing who you are.