I’ve always had problems with dry eyes
Question:I’ve always had problems with dry eyes. Will this affect my ability to get an eyelid lift? Answer:One of the questions that I always ask my patients prior to undertaking any eyelid surgery is whether they have a history of dry eyes. A history of dry eyes does not necessarily prevent an individual from having […]
I am 33 years old and have bags under my eyes
Question: I am 33 years old and have bags under my eyes. I don’t think they necessarily make me look older. I just don’t like them. How long is this surgical procedure? Are the bags made of fat that is removed, or do you have to fill in the area? How long afterwards will my […]
Is blepharoplasty the only solution for droopy eyes?
Question:Is blepharoplasty the only solution for droopy eyes? I am 66 years old and the skin over my eyes droops down too far. Aren’t there any non-invasive techniques that could tighten up the skin in this area? Answer:So far, nothing works as well as an upper eyelid surgery to get rid of excess skin of […]
I have just the beginnings of hooding of my upper eyes.
Question:I have just the beginnings of hooding of my upper eyes. If I get upper lid blepharoplasty now, will that skin continue to droop as I age? Would I need this surgery redone some years down the road? Answer:Upper lid blepharoplasty sounds like just the procedure that you will need in order to get rid […]
Why is blepharoplasty so often paired with a forehead lift
Question: Why is blepharoplasty so often paired with a forehead lift? Answer: The reason that a blepharoplasty is often times paired with a forehead lift is because although there may be excess skin of the upper lid that needs to be excised in order to rejuvenate the eyes, it is also fairly common to have […]
I make presentations to others as part of my job
Question:I make presentations to others as part of my job. I have heard people comment under their breath that I look pretty haggard when I am not even tired. I want to improve my appearance so I can look like the professional woman that I feel I am. My eyes are the problem. I would […]
I would like upper and lower lid blepharoplasty
Question:I would like upper and lower lid blepharoplasty. I have very sparse eyelashes. Will the incisions affect my eyelashes? How long after the surgery can I wear eye makeup, especially mascara? Answer:The incisions that I use for either upper or lower lid blepharoplasty should not affect your eyelashes. The upper lid incision for blepharoplasty is […]
I have sunken areas beneath my eyes.
Question:I have sunken areas beneath my eyes. It looks like these circles need to be filled in. Would blepharoplasty or a facial fat transfer be the best option here? Answer:You are asking a very good question with regards to your eyes. The question of whether fat transfer or blepharoplasty is the best procedure can only […]
have some frown lines on my forehead and between my eyebrows
Question: I’m 38. I have some frown lines on my forehead and between my eyebrows, though I don’t feel that they’re yet that horrible that I need to consider surgery. However, what I would really like to have fixed is one of my eyes, as the eyebrow has becoming increasingly more droopy over the years. […]
I am 52 years old and look tired all of the time
Question: I am 52 years old and look tired all of the time due to the dark bags under my eyes. It feels like fatty tissue. I would like the fat removed. Can this be accomplished with gentle liposuction or is blepharoplasty necessary? Answer: A great deal goes on in the lower eyelids that contribute […]
