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What to Expect After Oculoplastic Surgery

What is the recovery process like after Oculoplastic Surgery? Undergoing oculoplastic surgery is a significant decision that can improve both the function and appearance of the eyes and surrounding structures. Whether you’ve opted for eyelid surgery, tear duct surgery,...

April 02, 2024
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Oculoplastic Surgery for Under-Eye Bags and Puffiness

Can Oculoplastic Surgery help with under-eye bags and puffiness? The eyes are often considered the windows to the soul, but sometimes, they can also reveal signs of aging and fatigue. Under-eye bags and puffiness are common concerns that can...

January 17, 2024
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How long should you rest after eyelid surgery?

Unfortunately, there is nothing “quick” about recovering from eyelid surgery (or “blepharoplasty,” as we professionals call it). As we noted above, any eye-related operation requires care and attention on the part of the ophthalmologists – and a lot of patience from...

August 21, 2023
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How long does recovery take for Eyelid Surgery?

Eyelid surgery, otherwise known as blepharoplasty, is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures on the market. This is because the delicate skin around the eyes is so thin that the eyelids are one of the first places to...

March 20, 2023
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What Are the Pros and Cons of Blepharoplasty Eyelid Surgery?

Do you or someone you know have a condition where there is excess skin on the upper and lower eyelids? If so, there is a surgical procedure called “blepharoplasty” that involves removing this excess skin. While this operation can...

February 20, 2023
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How can I fix my droopy eyelids?

A lot has been written about drooping eyelids. Cases of this condition vary, ranging from results of the natural aging process to medical diagnosis of ptosis. What are the treatment options for drooping eyelids? Or, more to the point, can...

February 06, 2023
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How Do You Fix Drooping Eyelids?

Yes, you’re reading that title correctly. The condition of the term “drooping eyelids”or, to use the medical term—ptosis does indeed exist. Drooping eyelids can make you look tired and older, regardless of your energy level. Many people want to keep...

January 17, 2023
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What is an ideal age for a Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery is a procedure that helps repair droopy eyelids. This procedure may involve the removal of excess fat, skin, and muscle causing your eyelids to droop. The aging process affects every part of the face, including the...

December 22, 2022
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How are Blepharoplasty and Eyelid Surgery different?

As if conditions related to the eye were not intricate enough, even some of the terminology that’s related to vision care is complicated. Take for example, a real tongue twister of a word known as “blepharoplasty,” which is defined...

December 05, 2022
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How Long Does a Blepharoplasty Last?

The term “blepharoplasty” refers to a specialized type of surgery that removes excess skin from the eyelids. People may choose to have this operation for either cosmetic reasons, or to improve their vision. This surgery is frequently performed on...

October 14, 2022
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