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 […]
It’s inevitable. We will all eventually notice the impact of aging on the face. In the past year of mask-wearing, we were reminded of the impact of our eyes. This led thousands of people to seek eyelid rejuvenation through blepharoplasty. The increase in interest for eyelid surgery is noticeable, but it’s really nothing new. Adults […]
A brow lift or forehead lift is a plastic surgery procedure that can refresh the upper face. It does so by restoring contour to the brow line. In addition to achieving outstanding cosmetic results in the forehead and area above the eyes, a brow lift can also improve the functionality of the upper eyelids by […]
Historically, the signs of facial aging have been corrected with facelift surgery. Then, after injectables were developed, consumers leaned strongly toward the nonsurgical side of the aisle. At the same time, plastic surgery was undergoing some massive advancements that brought about multiple smaller procedures that focused on particular areas of the face. The mid face […]
Natural tears are an essential component of healthy eyes. The tear film is ever-present. It washes away debris and also keeps the eyes lubricated so they do not feel dry and irritated. People with tearing problems often go between feeling the symptoms of dry eye to tearing excessively. They may also experience irritation, burning, and […]
Millions of adults have some degree of under eye puffiness. Though not medically concerning, under eye bags can cause a lot of emotional upset. Adults of any age can develop puffiness because this condition has more than one contributing factor. More than understanding the cause, though, we realize that our patients are looking for solutions. […]