Inferior Scleral Show After Blepharoplasty
Why It Happens and How It Can Be Corrected
One of the most recognizable complications after lower eyelid surgery is inferior scleral show. Patients usually notice that the lower eyelid sits too low b...
How to Fix Lower Eyelid Retraction After Blepharoplasty
Lower eyelid retraction is one of the more difficult complications that can occur after cosmetic eyelid surgery. Patients usually notice that the lower eyelid sits too low, exposing the white of the eye beneath the iris. The eye may look rounde...
Double Eyelid Surgery for Asian Men: Cultural Trends, Monolid Pride, and What You Should Know
Double eyelid surgery—also known as Asian blepharoplasty—has gained significant popularity among men across East and Southeast Asia. Once primarily sought by women, this cosmetic procedure has become part of a broader trend of male aesthe...
Do I Need to Have a Forehead Lift with My Eyelid Surgery?
Published on November 22, 2024 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.
When considering eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, many patients are often presented with the option of a forehead lift (also known as a brow lift) as a complementary procedure o...
What is Canthoplasty?
Published on September 10, 2024 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.
Canthoplasty, often referred to as “cat-eye surgery” or “fox-eye surgery,” is a cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedure that stabilizes the insertion of the outer ...
Demystifying Hyaluronidase: Addressing Retained and Unwanted Hyaluronic Acid Fillers
Published on August 11, 2024 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.
Hyaluronic Acid Fillers: Enhancing Facial Features and Addressing Unwanted Volume
Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers are a popular choice for enhancing facial features, restoring volum...
Does Hyaluronidase Wreck the Skin?
Published on August 11, 2024 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.
Hyaluronidase is an enzyme that has garnered significant attention in the field of dermatology and aesthetic medicine. Its primary function is to break down hyaluronic acid, a natur...
Early Consultation for Revisional Eyelid Surgery
Published on July 22, 2024 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.
Experiencing a disappointing outcome from eyelid surgery can be emotionally challenging leaving many who are living with these complications feeling discouraged or even depressed. Oft...
Fixing Botched Double Fold Surgery
Published on April 3, 2024 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.
Repairing the outcomes of double fold surgery, especially when faced with issues like asymmetry, excessively high creases, or overly thick eyelids requires a nuanced understanding of ...
Lower eyelid post-blepharoplasty reconstruction.
Published on March 27, 2024 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.
Post-blepharoplasty lower eyelid reconstruction is an essential service when cosmetic lower eyelid surgery does not go as planned. These same reconstructive methods are also help...