When you hear a term like lacrimal disease, you may think of one singular problem and collection of symptoms. Instead, lacrimal disease refers to a disruption to the lacrimal system of the eye, the area responsible for tear production and draining. Here, we discuss what conditions may be referred to as a type of lacrimal […]
Many people who are interested in managing their signs of aging want to do so as naturally as possible. Facial and eye rejuvenation surgeries may not be the path that you want to take, and you may have been hesitant about injectable treatments, too. That may be about to change. Recently, a new group of […]
Chemical peels have long been regarded as a top treatment to sustain healthy skin. The customized treatment is improved to improve the look and feel of the skin by encouraging the release of dead and damaged cellular debris. Just one peel can leave the skin smoother and more radiant. Repeat treatments can help promote collagen […]
As we age, our skin and connective tissues that support facial contours begin to loosen. This is a natural consequence of lower levels of collagen and elastin that they hold. Around the eyes, tissue degradation can be exacerbated by smoking, rubbing the eyes a lot, sleeping on one side, trauma, or eye surgery. Sometimes, the […]
Eyelid rejuvenation is not a cookie-cutter type of treatment because no two people experience the same signs of aging around the eyes. Sure, the vast majority of us will develop some fine lines and crepe-like skin on the upper and lower eyelids. However, heaviness and drooping can affect only one or the other areas, or […]
The symptoms of thyroid eye disease or Graves’ disease can occur quickly and without notice. The onset of these symptoms, including proptosis, or eye-bulging, can create a great deal of concern. Thyroid eye disease results from an autoimmune disorder that makes the body believe the thyroid gland is a foreign invader and something to attack. […]
The physicians at Ophthalmic Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery, Inc. are respected facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons who help patients prepare for all aspects of surgical procedures. We have learned from working with patients for so many years that those who are well-informed and well-prepared are in the best position to enjoy exceptional results. Here, we […]
Facial fillers account for a large percentage of the cosmetic treatments that are performed today. As advantageous as they are, traditional dermal fillers have the downside of being temporary. As we’ve grown accustomed to the improvements that injectable solutions can achieve, we’ve moved to more permanent solutions. Facial fat transfer is one that is quickly […]
Facial rejuvenation is a common goal shared by the vast majority of our patients. The availability of nonsurgical modalities and treatments like injectable wrinkle reducers and dermal fillers has added ease and accessibility that simply didn’t exist before. As a result, patients often lean away from the idea of facelift surgery. The thing is, there […]
There is nothing like getting out into the fresh, summertime air. For millions of Americans, this summer has felt like a reemergence of sorts. We have come through a trying year and now want to reconnect with those we love, as well as with the great outdoors. This can pose challenges for the skin. As […]