Festoons and Malar Bags Treatment

What Are Festoon and Malar Bags?

Festoons and malar bags are common signs of aging that can leave you feeling self-conscious about the appearance around your eyes. There is difference between these two conditions:

Festoons

Think of these as folds or puffy pouches that form below your lower eyelid, extending down towards your cheekbone. As people age, their skin naturally loses collagen, a protein that provides elasticity and structure. This loss of collagen contributes to sagging skin. In the under-eye area, it can cause the fat pads that support the cheeks to migrate downwards. Additionally, the muscles and ligaments that hold these fat pads in place can weaken over time. This combined effect leads to the formation of festoons, creating a tired and droopy appearance.

Malar Bags

These appear as noticeable swellings or bulges specifically under the eyes. They are primarily caused by the weakening of muscles and ligaments in the lower eyelid area. As these supportive structures lose their strength, the fat pads beneath the eyes begin to protrude, creating the appearance of malar bags. This can cast unwanted shadows and contribute to a perpetually tired look.

While both festoons and malar bags are associated with aging, they can also be influenced by other factors such as genetics, sun damage, and lifestyle habits like smoking or dehydration.

Contributing Factors Behind Festoons and Malar Bags

Several factors may lead to the development of festoons and malar bags:

• Aging: As we age, our skin naturally loses elasticity and collagen, this leads to sagging and the formation of under-eye shadows.

• Genetics: Some people are more predisposed to these concerns due to their genetic makeup.

• Sun Exposure: Sun damage significantly accelerates collagen breakdown. This contributes to a loss of skin firmness which leads to the worsening of festoons and malar bags.

• Lifestyle Factors: Smoking, dehydration, and a poor diet can accelerate the appearance of these under-eye concerns.

Treatment Options in Kelowna

At C.D. Bakala MD Inc., we understand that a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work when it comes to facial rejuvenation. Dr. Bakala and his experienced team offers a personalized treatment plan for each patient. Here’s a look at some of our most effective options:

Mid-Facelift with Blepharoplasty

For more comprehensive rejuvenation addressing concerns beyond the under-eye area, a facelift can be a powerful option. This surgical procedure lifts and tightens sagging facial skin and tissues, restores a more defined jawline, and smooths wrinkles throughout the face and neck. In some cases, a facelift can also be combined with other procedures like blepharoplasty to achieve a more dramatic and holistic transformation.

Blepharoplasty

This surgical procedure may be used to address both upper and lower eyelid concerns, effectively removing excess skin and fat deposits to restore a brighter, more youthful appearance. Lower blepharoplasty is often considered the gold standard for addressing festoons and malar bags, offering long-lasting results.

Laser Resurfacing

This advanced technique utilizes lasers to precisely target the under-eye area, stimulating collagen production and promoting skin tightening, which can improve the appearance of festoons and malar bags.

Skin Tightening with Secret RF

This innovative radiofrequency treatment delivers energy deep into the skin, promoting collagen regeneration and tightening. The Secret RF device uses a specially designed handpiece with fine microneedles. These microneedles penetrate the skin at controlled depths, delivering the RF energy directly to the areas where it’s most needed.

Schedule a Consultation with Dr. Bakala

Festoon and malar bags are treatable using our advanced procedures. At C.D. Bakala MD Inc. in Kelowna, Dr. Bakala and his team are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals. Schedule a consultation today to discuss your concerns and discover the best treatment option to restore a youthful, rejuvenated look to your eyes.