Facial Plastic Surgery

The Myth About Cosmetic Treatments and Vanity

Myth About Plastic Surgery

One of the things that can keep people from seeking out cosmetic treatment is the notion that it’s somehow “vain” or “shallow” to have these procedures done. I am always saddened when I hear that and eager to reassure patients that this is a false stereotype. It’s true, unfortunately, that there is a stigma around cosmetic procedures, but it’s largely due to those cosmetic surgeons who’ve gotten it all wrong—those who have created exaggerated, unnatural-looking results based more on current beauty trends or patients’ extreme desires than on restoring a patient’s … [Read more...]

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Perfect Proportions®: The Meaning of the Boxes

Perfect Perportions

The logo above is associated with my practice and possesses a lot of meaning for me. It is a graphic representation of my practice philosophy of rejuvenation, which is based upon achieving powerful yet natural/subtle results for my patients through my specific methodology. Real beauty is timeless and has an instant connection with the deeper parts of our brain. When we think about beauty, we often assume it’s only subjective and based on the eye of the beholder. Although we all have different likes and dislikes, we also have a natural, hard-wired, objective affinity to certain … [Read more...]

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What Causes Dark Circles Under the Eyes?

What Causes Dark Circles?

As we age, we discover that one of the most noticeable changes to our appearance involves the eye area. Perhaps the most common complaint I receive as a specialist in cosmetic eyelid rejuvenation is that my patients have heard from others that they look sick or tired, even when they are feeling well and rested. The origin of such unwanted comments is typically the nonverbal messages the lower eyelid region sends as we age.  This area can be affected by many different factors which each contribute to the appearance of dark circles under the eyes—the first is the convexity or concavity of … [Read more...]

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Lower Eyelid Bags vs. Festoons

Festoons vs. Lower Eyelid Bags

What Is the Difference between Lower Eyelid Bags and Lower Eyelid Festoons? Many people who undergo lower eyelid surgery to improve the appearance of their lower lids are dissatisfied afterwards because of one factor which can complicate the results from lower eyelid surgery. This factor is lower eyelid/cheek festoons and malar mounds. Festoons are a medical condition in which the skin of the lower eyelid becomes significantly damaged, usually by the sun. This damaged skin can result in folds in the lower eyelids and can lead to swollen mounds on the cheeks. They often occur with age … [Read more...]

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How to Avoid Eyelid Surgery Nightmares

How to Avoid Eyelid Surgery Nightmares

How to Avoid Eyelid Surgery Nightmares: Woman Can’t Close Her Eyes After Botched Procedure I saw this Today Show news segment the other day: http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/42374009/ns/today-today_health I immediately recognized this story as being a good point of discussion for the readers of my blog. I’ve written before that the eyes are one of the most critical areas of our face, not only for vision purposes but also for communicating with others. Because we look at one another’s eyes so often during conversation, when our eyes and eyelids change, it can make a big … [Read more...]

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Eyelid Surgery: Cosmetic Procedure to Rejuvenate Eyes

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Our eyes are among the most expressive aspects of our face. They are the first feature on which people focus when conversing with one another. Sometimes with birth, and more often with aging, our eyes can change in ways that impact the way we are perceived by others. While some individuals are bothered by their nose and undergo my non-surgical rhinoplasty or a nose surgery, many others seek out my eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty—a cosmetic surgery to help rejuvenate their eyelids and overall appearance of the eyes. Eyelid surgery and eye lifts are the most common facial … [Read more...]

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