Revitalizing upper blepharoplasty: Preserving volume

Abstract

Blepharoplasty is a frequently performed aesthetic surgery today aimed at enhancing eyelid appearance and correcting age-related changes. The traditional method of subtraction blepharoplasty, which involved removing fat and excess skin, is now considered outdated. This letter explores Gorgy et al's commentary on Miotti et al's study, highlighting a shift in upper eyelid blepharoplasty towards a more conservative, volume-preserving approach. The study systematically reviewed 10 publications, including three retrospective studies, five comparative studies, and two clinical trials. It emphasizes the trend towards preserving the patient's natural anatomy and focusing on enhancement rather than alteration. However, the study's limitations, such as the lack of long-term comparative research, a relatively small sample size, and a single-center design, indicate that further research with extended follow-up is necessary to validate the safety and effectiveness of these techniques. The focus is increasingly on preserving and augmenting volume in upper blepharoplasty rather than removing tissue.

Keywords: Upper lid blepharoplasty; Volume preservation; Fat pad; Aesthetic longevity; Blepharoplasty

Core Tip: Adopting volume conservation and augmentation techniques, rather than traditional subtraction methods, can significantly enhance outcomes for patients undergoing upper blepharoplasty, emphasizing the importance of a conservative approach in managing these cases effectively.