Eye Cheek Bag Removal

This common aesthetic concern is caused by protrusion or herniation of fat that lies beneath the lower eyelid, something that occurs naturally with age. To make matters worse, your skin becomes less elastic as well, contributing to sagging. This is technically referred to as fatty orbital herniation. You’ve probably noticed that dark circles under your eyes have also appeared, something technically called arcus deformity. These are caused partially by a shadow created by the overhanging puffy eyelid.

A festoon, also called a malar mound, is not located right under the eyes and isn’t associated with undereye bags. It is actually swelling on the upper cheek just below the lower eyelid, usually in the shape of a crescent. They are caused by sagging skin, damaged by excessive sun exposure, aging, smoking and other poor lifestyle habits. Festoons cannot be removed during a blepharoplasty since they aren’t related to the eyelids. As a matter of fact, they can sometimes become more prominent after a lower eyelid lift, which is why it is important that you consult with Dr. Fialkov, our craniofacial plastic surgeon, for an accurate assessment of your concern.

FESTOON REMOVAL SURGERY