Category Archives: Eyelid Surgery
Can I have upper eyelid surgery without looking like I have been operated on?
Published on September 3, 2012 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.This questions cuts both ways. What you are hoping for in having surgery is an improved look. What the question gets at is whether you will end up with the operated look. No one wants the surgical results of famous Read More…
Can I have upper eyelid surgery without looking like I’ve had surgery?
Published on July 22, 2012 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.You’ve decided that you want to improve your eyelid contour for a number of reasons – for better looks, more confidence, change in how others perceive you, and perhaps even increased functionality – and now consulting with a specializing oculoplastic Read More…
I had a midface lift at the time of my eyelid surgery, and now my eyes look different. Will canthal surgery correct my problem?
Published on December 9, 2011 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.The most critical issue here is to understand how your face has changed. You are absolutely correct to say that your eyes have changed. However, your analysis of the problem is not correct. I suspect that very few surgeons Read More…
Upper blepharoplasty made my eyelids heavier and the skin wrinkled. What is going on?
Published on October 27, 2011 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Dr. Steinsapir specializes in fixing unsatisfactory eyelid surgery. As a fellowship trained oculoplastic and cosmetic surgeon, and a board certified ophthalmologist, Dr. Steinsapir is experienced in working closely with his patients to create a personalized treatment plan. If you are Read More…
What are the treatment options for syringoma of the lower eyelid?
Published on October 15, 2011 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Syringomas on the lower eyelid are a common, benign growth. Although they tend to be seen more often in women, both men and women can begin noticing them around adolescence. Syringomas are derived from the eccrine sweat gland ducts and Read More…
I had eyelid surgery 8 days ago and I am certain that my surgeon made a mistake. What should I do?
Published on October 5, 2011 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Blepharoplasty is an invasive surgical procedure and by definition, requires time to heal. Eye surgery causes trauma to the tissue surrounding your eyes and it’s difficult to determine how your eyes will look, even after a week or more. In Read More…