Category Archives: revisional eyelid surgery
“Do I have enough skin to fix my upper eyelids?”
Published on June 18, 2018 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.This was asked in the first email from one of my patients. She wanted to share her experience but maintain her privacy. The photos are of other patients so she would not be identified. However, I very much appreciate this Read More…
Revison Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) Before & After Photos
Published on August 25, 2015 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Untouched Before and After Photos of Actual Revision Eyelid Lift Patients It is often said that “beauty is in the eye of the beholder”, and this is never more true than when considering the results of a cosmetic surgery Read More…
When should I consider getting a second opinion after eyelid surgery complications?
Published on December 16, 2013 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.As you recover from an eyelid surgery, you’ll likely have a sense pretty quickly of how your recovery is going. You will most likely know if you are experiencing a complication. After going over what to expect with your doctor Read More…
How to Decide If a Surgeon is Right for Your Eyelid Surgery.
Published on September 3, 2013 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.You’re considering eyelid surgery, but how do you know which surgeon to choose? You can feel confident going into oculoplastic surgery given that you’ve done your homework, have open and complete communication with your surgeon, and settle for nothing but Read More…
I had lower eyelid surgery that has pulled my eye down. Can this be improved or fixed with Restylane?
Published on July 8, 2013 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Achieving the Best Results First, please let us say we are very sorry for the negative experience you have had. While cosmetic eyelid surgery is usually a very positive experience yielding great results and tremendous aesthetic improvement, as with any Read More…
I have uneven eyelids after ptosis surgery. Can anything be done?
Published on March 28, 2013 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.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 Read More…
I have had a heavy upper eyelid since childhood. What are my options?
Published on September 9, 2012 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.There is often confusion regarding what part of the eyelid is heavy. Eyelid surgeons draw an important distinction between a full upper eyelid fold (which is actually part of the eyebrow just below the eyebrow hair) and a heavy or Read More…
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…
My lower eyelid is sagging after eyelid surgery-what should I do?
Published on January 29, 2012 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.First take a deep breath. Things happen after eyelid surgery. Many things fix themselves with a little time. Before surgery, your surgeon went through a lengthy list of things that might happen with surgery. Of course it is human nature Read More…