When Fillers Aren’t Enough: When to Consider a Facelift or Blepharoplasty in Montréal
Injectables have transformed aesthetic medicine — but they are not a miracle for every concern. Many Montréal patients begin with fillers, Botox, or skin tightening treatments, only to realize at some point that the improvements are no longer enough.
A facelift or blepharoplasty becomes the next logical step when structural changes outweigh what injectables can fix.
Why Fillers Eventually Hit Their Limit
Fillers work beautifully for:
- Mild volume loss
- Fine lines
- Subtle contouring
- Hydration and luminosity
But fillers cannot correct:
- Skin laxity
- Muscle drooping
- Jowls
- Deep sagging
- Significant under-eye bags
- Neck laxity
Trying to fix structural aging with fillers leads to the “overfilled” look — something Montréal patients strongly avoid.
Signs It’s Time to Move Beyond Injectables
You may be ready for surgery if:
- Your jawline disappears despite filler
- You notice sagging instead of volume loss
- Fillers no longer last as long
- You feel overfilled when trying to correct jowls
- Your under eyes look worse with filler
- You feel your injections “float” rather than lift
This shift is natural — it simply means your facial support structures need repositioning, not filling.
Facelift vs Blepharoplasty: Choosing the Right Solution
Facelift (Deep Plane)
Best for:
- Jowls
- Sagging cheeks
- Lost midface volume
- Loose jawline
- Neck laxity (when combined with neck lift)
Upper Blepharoplasty
Best for:
- Hooded eyelids
- Heavy or tired-looking eyes
- Droopy upper lids
Lower Blepharoplasty
Best for:
- Bags
- Hollowness
- Wrinkled lower lid skin
Often, Montréal patients choose both facial and eyelid surgery for a unified rejuvenation.
Why Choose Dr. Yalon Dolev
Dr. Dolev offers:
- A natural, not “frozen” aesthetic
- Structural lifting
- Subtle refinement
- Preservation of identity
His philosophy: treat the cause, not overfill the symptoms.
