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A recent article released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons states that more men are turning to plastic surgery for a better body image and more confidence at any age.  Over 1.3 million cosmetic procedures were performed on men in 2017 alone as more men seek to enhance their appearance.  Over 100,000 of these… Read More »

Congenital ptosis is a condition whereby the eyelid lifting (levator) muscle is not developed properly resulting in a droopy eyelid at birth. This can be a sight threatening disorder if not addressed appropriately.  If a child is born with severe ptosis, the eyelid will not allow important visual stimulus from the eye to the brain,… Read More »

Don’t you love it when your toddler tells you the brutal truth? The ‘mom furrow’ our family likes to call it, smack in the middle of my eyebrows carries the weight of worries and to-do lists for all to see. Or, are you at the age when you look in the mirror, and with great… Read More »

When patients and friends ask me what I think is the one cosmetic procedure that will give you the biggest bang for the buck, hands down I think of blepharoplasty. The eyes are the communication and visual center of the face, often the first thing people will notice. The first signs of aging on the… Read More »

Since 1980, Botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) has been utilized for the treatment of eyelid and facial spasms and eye movement disorders (strabismus). Though more recently, Botulinum toxin A has gained popularity for the treatment of facial wrinkles.  However, dry eyes has become a known side effect when treating wrinkles around the eyes especially the… Read More »

A recent article released by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons states that more men are turning to plastic surgery for a better body image and more confidence at any age. Over 1.3 million cosmetic procedures were performed on men in 2017 alone as more men seek to enhance their appearance. Over 100,000 of these… Read More »

Botox (Botulinum Toxin type A) has been approved since 1989 to treat a variety of medical conditions involving muscular spasm for all ages. It was originally used on humans in the 1970’s by ophthalmologists in the form “oculinum” for the treatment of crossed eyes. More recently, the use botulinum toxin has been used by ophthalmologists… Read More »

Looking tired and saggy around the eyes? Bothered by deep forehead wrinkles? Office procedures including Botox, fillers, laser treatments and skin care can minimize these effects to a point. However, sometimes a brow or eyelid lift is needed and there are better options available today. Patients are now have the option of minimally invasive, yet… Read More »