I have uneven eyelids after ptosis surgery. Can anything be done?
A common goal in eyelid surgery is to seek symmetry between both eyes, particularly in the cases of ptosis where the initially presenting problems may include asymmetry along with issues like functionality and aesthetics. Ptosis is commonly understood as a “droopy” eye, and the presence of ptosis may differ between two eyes.
If you have already had eyelid surgery but find that you still have uneven eyelids even after ptosis surgery, you do have options. First it is important to understand the nature of your concern, which can only be accomplished with the help of an experienced oculoplastic surgeon. The goal with any eyelid surgery is improvement, and unfortunately the nature of ptosis often causes asymmetry, which is not always completely resolved but can be dramatically improved. At times a first surgery can yield great improvements, and a second surgery my be desired to make good results even better.
Unfortunately there are times when you may be dissatisfied with a surgery for reasons related disappointment that the surgery did not accomplish what was promised or what you understood was promised. This often occurs when the procedure is performed by a surgeon who does not specialize in offering eyelid ptosis surgery. Due to the nature of ptosis, a disappointing result can also occur in the hands of a specialist, even one who did everything right. Dr. Steinsapir specializes in both eyelid surgery as well as repairing dissatisfactory eyelid surgery, as it relates to the natural appearance and aesthetic of the whole face, and is widely respected for his ability to improve disappointing results.
Before traveling to see Dr. Steinsapir for a second opinion, understand you’re your original surgeon has recommended regarding you surgical result. Sometimes something as simple as healing more can make a big difference in the outcome. Occasionally things can transpire after surgery to take the shine off your relationship with your original surgeon. It can be very difficult if you do not feel you are being hear, or feel that you lack confidence in your surgeon. Under these circumstances it is appropriate to seek a second opinion.
Dr. Steinsapir helps many individuals who are concerned about a previous procedure by listening to their concerns, providing a detailed physical examination, and advising on a plan to move forward. Sometimes a fear amounts to just “nerves” or the anxiety of someone who is not allowing themselves enough time to heal, and other times there are concerns that warrant further care. In either case, it’s important that you have access to a doctor with whom you feel comfortable, and one who closely monitors your recovery. In many cases Dr. Steinsapir has helped to repair the relationship and restore communication with the original surgeon. In other cases when you need more specialized care, Dr. Steinsapir has provided exemplary corrective surgery for many, and will be happy to help you better understand your options.
Call us today to schedule a risk-free consultation in a friendly environment where you can feel comfortable discussing your situation, and where you can receive honest answers from a caring, world-renowned oculofacial surgeon. There is no reason to remain with your doubts when there is help available now.
About Dr. Steinsapir
Dr. Steinsapir is a board certified eye surgeon and fellowship-trained in oculoplastic surgery and cosmetic surgery in Los Angeles where he specializes in balanced facial cosmetic surgery for natural results, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, fast recovery time, and leadership in medical technology. Dr. Steinsapir has a private practice and also serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Contact us today to learn how Dr. Steinsapir’s experience and training make him an expert in cosmetic surgery, which can be a vital part of your evidence-based treatment plan.
Services described may be “off-label” and lack FDA approval. This article is informational and does not constitute an advertisement for off-label treatment. No services should be provided without a good faith examination by a licensed physician or surgeon and an informed consent with a discussion of risks, benefits, alternatives, and the likelihood of treatment success. Only you and your treating physician or surgeon can determine if a treatment is right for you.
Transconjunctival versus Transcutaneous Lower Eyelid Surgery
Transconjunctival and transcutaneous lower eyelid surgeries are each a type of lower blepharoplasty, a plastic eyelid surgery that can address a range of issues such as excess fat or “puffiness” around the lower eyelid, loose and wrinkled skin. For great results, your blepharoplasty must be carefully planned by your attending surgeon, who will consider the subtle details of your facial anatomy when determining which type of blepharoplasty is right for you, and details such as whether to remove any fat and where, how tight the eyelid skin should be, and how to achieve natural results for overall facial balance.
Lower eyelid blepharoplasty can be approached either through the skin, transcutaneously, or from behind the eyelid, transconjunctivally. There can be very specific reasons for choosing one approach over another. More commonly, surgeons use a particular approach, not due to inherent advatages of the approach but rather that was they way they were trained. For the most part, tranconjunctival surgery is performed by oculoplastic surgoens who by training are comfortable working near the eye. General plastic surgeons and others lack the specialized training in oculoplastic surgery. They prefer an approach to the eyelid that does not require they to work so close to the eye surface. This is unfortunate because the skin incision usually is made through the underlying muscle. This can damage the function of the underlying muscle, the orbicularis ocli muscle. After surgery, this muscle weakness account for the alteration of the lower eyelid contour that is routine associated with transcutaneous lower eyelid surgery.
Here is an overview of some important features of each surgery type:
Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty
• Incision made behind the lower eyelid
• Minimizes the risk of altering the contour of the eyelid margin after surgery
• Arcus marglinalis release can be performed through the same incision, wherein the eyelid fat is preserved and rotated into the hollow under eyes
Transcutaneous Blepharoplasty
• Incision made just below the lower eyelid lashes
• Can possibly damage the function of the orbicularis oculi muscle and affect the lower eyelid contour
• Permits the removal of excess skin
For some, removal of the lower eyelid fullness from behind the eyelid and removal of excess skin from the front is indicated, via a skin pinch technique or an infracillary incision just below the eyelashes that preserves the underlying muscle. Ultimately, the only way to know what treatment method is right for you is to consult with an experienced oculoplastic surgeon who will meet with you, discuss your concerns and treatment goals, perform a physical examination, and work with you to design an approach that addresses your specific anatomical features and overall facial balance. These are highly complex and specialized procedures that require a skilled and experienced hand, and can bring you many benefits both functional and aesthetic. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Steinsapir, a leading cosmetic eyelid surgeon who practices in Beverly Hills and at UCLA, please call us today.
About Dr. Steinsapir
Dr. Steinsapir is a board certified eye surgeon and fellowship-trained in oculoplastic surgery and cosmetic surgery in Los Angeles where he specializes in balanced facial cosmetic surgery for natural results, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, fast recovery time, and leadership in medical technology. Dr. Steinsapir has a private practice and also serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Contact us today to learn how Dr. Steinsapir’s experience and training make him an expert in cosmetic surgery, which can be a vital part of your evidence-based treatment plan.
Services described may be “off-label” and lack FDA approval. This article is informational and does not constitute an advertisement for off-label treatment. No services should be provided without a good faith examination by a licensed physician or surgeon and an informed consent with a discussion of risks, benefits, alternatives, and the likelihood of treatment success. Only you and your treating physician or surgeon can determine if a treatment is right for you.
My eyes are dry since my eyelid surgery. Is there any help?
Dry eye after a recent eyelid surgery is not necessarily cause for alarm, but certainly something you and your doctor should monitor together and take steps to relieve. Eyelid surgery is a complex procedure that has many rewards and is considered very safe, yet it’s not without risk. This is the case of every medical treatment or surgery. It is likely that your surgeon discussed with you the possibility of dry eye and included this among the possible issues after surgery in your surgery consent. Hearing about it pre-surgically and experiencing post-surgically are two very different realities.
At the beginning of your post-operative healing, dry eyes, swelling, and lids not closing properly are common experiences, but usually these are temporary and naturally resolve as the swelling goes down and you heal. Think of your eyelids as windshield wipers that move tears over the eye surface. With surgery, the eyelids swell and function less well as tear movers contributing to dry eye sensation. The swelling generally subside sufficiently in the ten days after surgery to make a noticeable difference in eye comfort. However, swelling is not the only reason the eyelids may not function well. Certain eyelid surgeries actually injure the motor nerves to the orbicularis oculi muscle close to the eyelid margin. These injuries can be temporary or permanent and also effect how well the eyelids move tears over the eye surface. It seems that some of these injuries do get better with time but some persist and can permanently contribute to dry eye. Symptoms that persist longer than 6 months tend to be permanent. Because of this, we can think of post-operative experiences as immediate (within the first six months) and long-term (thereafter).
The way to address a concern over dry eyes depends on when you are experiencing this issue, and the actual basis for the symptoms. This means that a detailed eye exam by a board certified ophthalmologist is needed to assess these symptoms. Normal post-operative dryness can usually be helped with over-the-counter eye drops. We also strongly recommend you talk to your surgeon openly about your healing process and remain in regular communication. Dr. Steinsapir closely follows his patients to monitor their progress, answer questions, and be available to address any complication in the unlikely case that they arise. As we said, no surgery is without risk, and a surgery can tip a compensated dry eye. For this reason, Dr. Steinsapir recommends that eyes be thoroughly assessed before surgery to look for evidence of dry eye. Knowledge of the dry eye status before surgery should influence the surgeon to perform more conservative eyelid surgery, prompt a referral to a cornea specialist when needed prior to surgery, and in rare cases, recommend against eyelid surgery in the most severe cases.
In communicating with your surgeon, if artificial eye drops do not seem adequate, he or she may prescribe ophthalmic ointment before bed. In some cases, tear drains can be temporarily closed to improve symptoms. If these do not work, there are additional mechanical treatment options such as taping of the eyelids at night or swimming goggles at night in the most extreme cases. Long term when these measures do not provide sufficient relief, careful assessment for eyelid reconstruction may be indicated. The solution will depend upon your symptom severity, and the timing and precise anatomic cause of the problem. A range of options are available to improve eyelid closure with blink, which helps spread tears over the surface of the cornea and contributes to eye comfort.
If you wish to seek a second opinion, Dr. Steinsapir is available to assess your particular situation. He provides compassionate care whether you live locally or find it necessary to fly to Los Angeles for his assessment and input. He regularly helps individuals who require reconstructive surgery and corrections, and he is also thoroughly knowledgable on what to expect as part of the normal healing process. Your reconstructive surgery, when necessary, can be performed in his state of the art office based surgery center or on an outpatient basis at the Ronald Regan UCLA Medical Center, where is on staff. We invite you to call us today to schedule a time to discuss your particular concerns and options.
About Dr. Steinsapir
Dr. Steinsapir is a board certified eye surgeon and fellowship-trained in oculoplastic surgery and cosmetic surgery in Los Angeles where he specializes in balanced facial cosmetic surgery for natural results, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, fast recovery time, and leadership in medical technology. Dr. Steinsapir has a private practice and also serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Contact us today to learn how Dr. Steinsapir’s experience and training make him an expert in cosmetic surgery, which can be a vital part of your evidence-based treatment plan.
Services described may be “off-label” and lack FDA approval. This article is informational and does not constitute an advertisement for off-label treatment. No services should be provided without a good faith examination by a licensed physician or surgeon and an informed consent with a discussion of risks, benefits, alternatives, and the likelihood of treatment success. Only you and your treating physician or surgeon can determine if a treatment is right for you.
Asian eyelid surgery is not about Westernizing the eyes!
We’ve said this before, but it’s worth repeating: Asian eyelid surgery is not about westernizing the eyes. In fact, there is no one standard approach to Asian eyelid surgeries such as blepharoplasty and double fold surgery, because there are no two people with identical sets of eyes. When we refer to “Asian eyelid surgery,” what we mean is that certain features more common in the shape and contours of Asian eyelids must be uniquely considered and comprehensively understood by an experienced oculofacial surgeon for optimal results.
All kinds of individuals seek cosmetic eyelid surgery in the form of blepharoplasty, lidlift, reconstructive surgery, double fold surgery, and other procedures designed to enhance the appearance and functionality of the human eyelid. Eyelid surgery is about improving your natural eyelid structure in a way that compliments your natural appearance. The end result is a bright appearance that seems fitting for you and does not look “surgical” or “westernized” at all.
Your specialized oculofacial surgeon’s attention to Asian eyelid surgery in fact means the opposite of westernization: your treatment should not be a cookie-cutter “one size fits all” approach, but rather one that takes your natural eyelid shape into account and seeks to enhance it rather than transform it. While Asian eyelid surgery does not aim to “westernize” one’s features, it calls for exacting and meticulous attention to detail, as well as experience with proven results. A common error that Dr. Steinsapir is often consulted for to provide a correction is double folds that are made too high. In almost all cases this is caused by a surgeon who fundamentally does not understand the surgery. The surgeon may be inexperienced or simply lack the necessary grasp of what is required to make a natural double fold. Sometimes the inexperienced surgeon is simply following the wrong textbook and intentionally makes the crease incision too high as a result. Asian eyelid creases need to be place low in order to create an natural appearing double fold.
We invite you to look through Dr. Steinsapir’s unretouched before and after photos of various Asian eyelid surgeries. You can judge for yourself, but we believe you’ll find the results to all be very natural and fitting for the individual. The key to Dr. Steinsapir’s success is years of experience in eyelid surgery that includes Asian eyelid surgery as a specialization, with multi-fellowship training, prestigious education, an artistic eye, and a prioritization of individually designed treatment to enhance each person’s unique features. Call us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Steinsapir and achieve natural results that enhance your personal attributes.
About Dr. Steinsapir
Dr. Steinsapir is a board certified eye surgeon and fellowship-trained in oculoplastic surgery and cosmetic surgery in Beverly Hills where he specializes in balanced facial cosmetic surgery for natural results, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, fast recovery time, and leadership in medical technology. Dr. Steinsapir has a private practice and also serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Contact us today to learn how Dr. Steinsapir’s experience and training make him an expert in cosmetic surgery, which can be a vital part of your evidence-based treatment plan.
Services described may be “off-label” and lack FDA approval. This article is informational and does not constitute an advertisement for off-label treatment. No services should be provided without a good faith examination by a licensed physician or surgeon and an informed consent with a discussion of risks, benefits, alternatives, and the likelihood of treatment success. Only you and your treating physician or surgeon can determine if a treatment is right for you.
What does Dr. Steinsapir think of the “Madonna Lift?”
For the last few years, the “Madonna Lift” — yes, named for the famed pop star — has received attention for purportedly dramatic results akin to an eyelid lift without the surgery. The procedure itself involves fractional CO2 laser resurfacing, with a goal to tighten the periocular skin in the eyelids and adjacent facial regions. Marketing claims for this procedure promise that it will give the effect of an eyelid lift through use of light columns to treat and tighten the skin. Claims include a diminishing of wrinkles, tightening of the skin, reduction of under eye circles, and elevation of the eyebrows. In essence, we are talking about the full benefits of an eyelid lift but without any surgery at all.
Does the Madonna Lift live up to the hype? Reasonably, the Madonna Lift can make a modest difference in your eyes’ brightness, but individuals undergoing the procedure might feel that it didn’t seem worthwhile. To get real results cosmetic procedure must address the root causes of your concerns. The best and most natural results come from addressing actual issues — which may include excess tissue or tissue deficiencies or both; stretched, sagging, and sun-damaged skin; ptosis; a drooping brow; or other concerns. Short cuts may help but they can also be disappointing because the lack the power to make a real difference.
Dr. Steinsapir is a leading advocate of minimally invasive facial cosmetic procedures, including nonsurgical procedures like under eye Restylane, the chemical peel, and Microdroplet BOTOX when indicated. There are many nonsurgical procedures with minimal downtime that can make a huge difference in your appearance. However, the key to satisfactory results is catering to your unique facial structure and goals, while choosing the best procedure to match your needs (whether surgical or not)–rather than setting your heart on a procedure full of promises but that may not be right for you.
The Madonna Lift is not a substitute for surgery if that is what you actually need. This is just another example of a modest procedure with a catchy name. For real results, we strongly encourage you to seek a personal consultation with a physician who is an eyelid specialist and can advise you on a personalized treatment plan. This may or may not include eyelid surgery, but the key is that your treatment will be based on your needs rather than a promise of a one-size-fits-all cure with a catchy name.
Dr. Steinsapir is an international leader in both eyelid surgery and minimally invasive, nonsurgical facial cosmetic procedures. Much of the appeal of the Madonna Lift is the absence of surgery, and it’s of course understandable that you may be hesitant to consider surgery. Dr. Steinsapir’s philosophy is that all treatments should be both individualized and minimally invasive. What does this mean? If surgery is not indicated, he will not recommend it. And when surgery is indicated to address the cause of your concerns, he opts for a treatment that is conservative and preserves as much of your natural tissue and eyelid contour as possible, enhancing your features, speeding up recovery time, and avoiding the “surgical look” famed by gossip magazines. Many people see phenomenal results from an upper eyelid blepharoplasty and related eyelid surgeries, and many also see incredible improvements from nonsurgical procedures like undereye Restylane and an individualized chemical peel. The bottom line is, you may or may not need surgery to get the results you desire — but for an outcome that meets your needs, you should never limit yourself to one procedure just because it was marketed to you. For the best results, consult with a leading oculoplastic surgeon to determine which treatment plan is right for you.
We invite you to consult with Dr. Steinsapir today, a pioneer in minimally invasive cosmetic facial procedures with particular attention to the eyelid and its balance with the rest of the face. Dr. Steinsapir has proven results for both surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic facial procedures; and his friendly, approachable, and honest demeanor will help you feel comfortable asking questions, receiving answers, and planning for the procedure(s) right for you.
About Dr. Steinsapir
Dr. Steinsapir is a board certified eye surgeon and fellowship-trained in oculoplastic surgery and cosmetic surgery in Los Angeles where he specializes in balanced facial cosmetic surgery for natural results, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, fast recovery time, and leadership in medical technology. Dr. Steinsapir has a private practice and also serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Contact us today to learn how Dr. Steinsapir’s experience and training make him an expert in cosmetic surgery, which can be a vital part of your evidence-based treatment plan.
Services described may be “off-label” and lack FDA approval. This article is informational and does not constitute an advertisement for off-label treatment. No services should be provided without a good faith examination by a licensed physician or surgeon and an informed consent with a discussion of risks, benefits, alternatives, and the likelihood of treatment success. Only you and your treating physician or surgeon can determine if a treatment is right for you.
Should I have a forehead lift or upper eyelid surgery?
Overview
Facial cosmetic surgery can do wonders in enhancing your appearance and confidence, giving you a brighter and more youthful appearance. Since a forehead lift and upper eyelid surgery can both lead to an alert and refreshed look around the eyes, you may wonder if either a forehead lift or an eyelid surgery is best for you. There are general indications for each procedure, and other times there may be indication you’ll benefit from both; but in short, the answer can only be determined through a private consultation and examination with your specialized cosmetic surgeon.
Indications
A forehead lift is also known as a browlift or eyebrow lift, and it helps many to achieve more youthful features by smoothing creases, reducing frown lines, and elevating the brow line to its appropriate position. The small incision forehead lift, as practiced by Dr. Steinsapir, has revolutionized the way we approach forehead lifts and the results achieved. A couple decades ago the “open forehead lift” was standard but offered less natural results, often a harsher look, and a lengthy recovery period; whereas today the endoscopic or “small incision” or “closed” forehead lift is regarded as one of the most important cosmetic surgeries.
In some cases, a forehead lift may be performed in combination with upper eyelid surgery, which is also called a “lidlift.” Combination surgery is not just for a more comprehensive improvement. Combination surgery is often performed to optimize the overall cosmetic appearance. This avoids having to push a single approach to the point where the results are less than ideal or natural.
Once upper eyelid surgery is commonly indicated when there is excess fat deposits and loose skin crowding around the eyes, weighing them down and creating a tired or drooping appearance. Now upper eyelid surgery is also used to correct small amounts of eyelid ptosis, strengthen the support for the eyelashes to address lash ptosis. The goal is preservation of upper eyelid volume with the retention of the upper eyelid fold. Skeletonization of the upper eyelid is still too common an outcome of upper eyelid surgery and Dr. Steinsapir advocates for the preservation of upper eyelid structure to avoid a surgical look.
An Individualized Approach
Both a heavy brow and forehead concerns, as well as this extra tissue around the eyes can detract from your appearance, it’s a very good question to ask whether you might benefit from a forehead lift or lidlift. The right approach for you will depend on the root cause of your concern, which an experienced oculofacial surgeon can help you determine. The importance of this individual consultation and physical examination is paramount, as a successful surgery with natural results comes from having a plan that is specifically designed for you.
Please call us today to schedule a no-risk consultation with Dr. Steinsapir, who is an international leader in minimally invasive cosmetic facial procedures–including the forehead lift, facelift, and eyelid surgery–with particular attention to how the entire face interacts with the eyes, our most expressive feature. By consulting with the best, you’ll receive answers and finally achieve the look you desire.
About Dr. Steinsapir
Dr. Steinsapir is a board certified eye surgeon and fellowship-trained in oculoplastic surgery and cosmetic surgery in Los Angeles where he specializes in balanced facial cosmetic surgery for natural results, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, fast recovery time, and leadership in medical technology. Dr. Steinsapir has a private practice and also serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Contact us today to learn how Dr. Steinsapir’s experience and training make him an expert in cosmetic surgery, which can be a vital part of your evidence-based treatment plan.
Services described may be “off-label” and lack FDA approval. This article is informational and does not constitute an advertisement for off-label treatment. No services should be provided without a good faith examination by a licensed physician or surgeon and an informed consent with a discussion of risks, benefits, alternatives, and the likelihood of treatment success. Only you and your treating physician or surgeon can determine if a treatment is right for you.
I am unhappy with my eyelid surgery. What are my options?
Eyelid surgery is one of the most popular cosmetic procedure today. It has the potential to provide extremely positive results that rejuvenate your appearance and make both an aesthetic and functional difference. Eyelid surgery can be very technical. Your surgeon may also be surprised by the disappointing outcome of your surgery. If you have had eyelid surgery in the past, such as an upper blepharoplasty or Asian eyelid surgery, but are dissatisfied with your results, help is available.
First, allow your eyelid surgery to heal. The initial healing after surgery can be a time of uncertainty. Recovery takes you out of your normal schedule and routine. Friends and family can make inappropriate comments that lead to second guessing and uncertainty. Please recognize that family members may be right but they are not eyelid experts. Surgical results that initially look rough because of swelling and bruising, often settle down and look remarkably better with time to heal. There are rare, immediate eye health concern, and these should prompt immediate attention from your surgeon. These included increasing pain, swelling, redness, and bruising, or changes in vision. When these occur in hours or days after eyelid surgery they can represent vision threatening issues such as bleeding behind the eye or infection. Immediate care by your surgeon is essential. If you are having this type of an issue and your surgeon is not immediately available, it is advisable to be seen in an emergency room where the emergency care of an ophthalmologist or plastic surgeon can be arranged.
Another set of urgent post-operative issues include difficulty opening or closing the eyelids, double vision, or other restrictions in eye or eyelid movement. Right after surgery, local anesthesia can account for some of these types of issues, but after 24 hours, the presence of this type of an issue, suggests a mechanical problem created by the surgery. In some cases, these issues require urgent surgical exploration. In all cases, you should be seen by your surgeon to assess what is going on. Recognize that non-eyelid surgery specialists often perform eyelid surgery. These surgeons lack the ability, skill, training, and equipment to properly examine your eye. Eye pain and light sensitivity can be caused by a corneal abrasion, corneal ulcer, or intraocular inflammation. Without a slit lamp and the necessary training, your surgeon cannot diagnosis these issues. Immediate consultation with an oculoplastic surgeon or general ophthalmologist may be necessary.
Once you get about a week out from surgery, the issues tend to be related to eyelid shape, surgical symmetry, visible scars, and eyelid malposition. Generally, these types of issues get better with time. However, problems that can persist are evident even this early after surgery. It can be difficult to determine which issues will settle down and resolve on their own to your personal satisfaction. It is important to discuss your concerns with your surgeon. Surgeons will sometimes attempt to minimize your concerns. This may be appropriate. It often comes down to a level of trust. If you feel like your trust and confidence in your surgeon is being abused, that is a significant warning sign. Patients are not often wrong. If you have a concern, your surgeon should also be able to see it and explain to you why or why it is not a concern, and what will need to be done about it. It may be as simple as “we will watch this.” When your feelings are not validated or your feel you are not being told the truth, there is often a break-down in the doctor-patient relationship. This is when a second opinion can be helpful.
It you have healed and surgery is in the past, this does not mean you have no options. A detailed personal consultation can establish precisely what is causing your issues and how best to correct the problems. This type of work requires considerable maturity and experience. It is often necessary to have unique solutions tailored to you personal situation. A cookie-cutter approach is not going to do it. Dr. Steinsapir takes the necessary time to define your problems and the best approach needed to help you achieve your goals.
Dr. Steinsapir provides attentive, comprehensive care to ensure you achieve the results you desire, and he always designs your care on an individual basis, making himself available to answer all your questions so you can feel confident both before and after treatment. He can take over your post-operative care if necessary or coordinate with your surgeon to provide input and suggestions to help speed your recovery. To learn more about fixing eyelid surgery, please call today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Steinsapir.
About Dr. Steinsapir
Dr. Steinsapir is a board certified eye surgeon and fellowship-trained in oculoplastic surgery and cosmetic surgery in Los Angeles where he specializes in balanced facial cosmetic surgery for natural results, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques, fast recovery time, and leadership in medical technology. Dr. Steinsapir has a private practice and also serves as an Associate Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Contact us today to learn how Dr. Steinsapir’s experience and training make him an expert in cosmetic surgery, which can be a vital part of your evidence-based treatment plan.
Services described may be “off-label” and lack FDA approval. This article is informational and does not constitute an advertisement for off-label treatment. No services should be provided without a good faith examination by a licensed physician or surgeon and an informed consent with a discussion of risks, benefits, alternatives, and the likelihood of treatment success. Only you and your treating physician or surgeon can determine if a treatment is right for you.
