This is a fantastic case study of a young man who was born with droopy eyelids. He was bothered by his constantly tired appearance. Even after a good night’s sleep, his droopy eyelids still made him look tired which was affecting his work. It began to bother him more recently with the constant Zoom calls…
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Case Study – Ptosis
This is a wonderful case study of a 53-year-old woman who suffered from ptosis of both upper eyelids. She came to my office bothered by her droopy upper eyelids. The lids were so low that they were interfering with her daily activities. It became hard to read or work at a computer for extended periods…
Congenital Ptosis- Case Study
Congenital ptosis is a condition in which a child is born with one or both eyelids that droop. If the droop is severe and affects visual development, then the droop is always repaired early in childhood. For less severe ptosis, or where visual development is not affected, the droop is often not surgically repaired until…
Cosmetic Surgery in the Era of COVID
I have many patients and friends asking me, “Is it safe to have cosmetic eyelid surgery, Botox and filler in COVID times?” My universal answer is, Yes! Now is a great time to have cosmetic eyelid surgery. In fact, I have seen an increase in patients coming in to discuss improving the appearance of their…
What Is Ocular Rosacea?
Ocular rosacea is chronic inflammation that causes redness, burning and itching of the eyes. It often develops in people who have rosacea, a chronic skin condition that affects the face. Rosacea on the face can cause your cheeks to flush. You may also develop what looks like acne on your nose, cheeks, chin or forehead….
Ptosis – Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ptosis and does it affect vision? Ptosis is a condition when the eyelid drops down and covers part of the eye. If the eyelid drops far enough to cover some of the pupil then it may affect the peripheral vision. Ptosis can be present at birth or it can develop later in life….
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery In Men
Cosmetic eyelid rejuvenation for men has always been a part of my surgical practice. I see men of all ages who want to optimize the appearance of their eyes and upper face. In this blog I will go by age group and describe the most common procedures and how they are tailored for the male…
How to achieve natural results with cosmetic eyelid surgery
The modern aesthetic for eyelid lifts is a natural look. Patients want to appear refreshed after surgery, not pulled and tucked. The biggest concern I hear from my patients is that they will look “done.” So how can you be assured that your result will be just right? First it’s important to find a surgeon…
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery FAQs
I thought it would be helpful to list some of the most asked questions I get on a day to day basis when consulting with new patients about cosmetic eyelid surgery. Here are a few and more to follow in future blog posts: How long does it take to recover from an upper eyelid blepharoplasty?…
The Guide to Natural Looking “Botox”
Wrinkle-smoothing botulinum toxin type A injections are the most common non-invasive aesthetic procedure in the U.S. While they are commonly called “Botox,” there are actually four different injectables. The four neurotoxins FDA-approved for cosmetic use are Botox®, Dysport®, Jeuveau®, and Xeomin®. While each neurotoxin is slightly different, some patients respond better to one over the…
