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Browlift Vs Blepharoplasty - Which is Best for Sagging Eyelids?

Is a brow lift (forehead lift) better to raise sagging eyelids than a blepharoplasty?

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Traditional Blepharoplasty Vs Laser Blepharoplasty for Eye Bags?

I am turning 50 next month and want to have an undereye procedure to remove the bags under my eyes. I've seen two plastic surgeons. One suggested...

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Blepharoplasty Vs. Laser Resurfacing for Under Eye Lines?

I am a 31 year old female who has under eye bags and fine wrinkles . I recently seen a surgeon who recommended between 2 ways of doing the Lower eye...

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Syringoma or Milia?

I have white bumps under my eyes and after a long research I have found out that it could either Milia or Syringoma. The problem is I have no idea...

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Candidate For Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty or Restylane Filler?

I am 27 years old and suffer from under-eye puffiness. I'm in dire need to correct this situation in order to restore my youth and happiness and...

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How Does the Recovery for Eyelid Ptosis Compare to That of Blepharoplasty?

I've had upper and lower blepharoplasty, so I'm somewhat familiar with that recovery period. How does repair of ptosis for one eye only,...

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Scar Reduction and Canthoplasty, SOOF Lift and Fillers, or Tarsal Strips?

After travelling for consultations with three oculoplastic surgeons in Seattle to correct undereye laxity & hollowness, I need advice as to which...

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Should I Have a Blepharoplasty Instead of Restylane?

I am 48 with lax under eye skin, hollowness and herniated fat. I was told by one PA that I needed lower blepharoplasty and another said that I needed...

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I Want Bigger Eyes - Should I Get Lateral Canthoplasty or Epicanthoplasty?

I really want bigger eyes, like the pretty girl below. What kind of surgery did she get? The first picture is of me. My eyes are kind of closed i took...

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Subcillary Incision vs. Lower Lid Bleph - Pros and Cons?

Dear all, I went to see 2 opthalmic surgeons regarding my lower eyelids which are hollowed and have dark shadows. One advised that I have a marked...

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Restylane Under Eyes vs. Lower Eyelid Surgery

I am a male in my late 40's considering Restayne under the eyes to address the puffiness under my eyes before it gets too bad. I have an...

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Candidate For Transconjunctival Blepharoplasty or Restylane Filler?

I am 24 years old and suffer from under-eye puffiness. I'm in dire need to correct this situation in order to restore my youth and happiness and...

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Eyelids Hooding Too Soon, Need Advice on Which To Choose

See photos. I'm 32 and my skin is otherwise in great condition with no permanent wrinkles yet. I am wondering which would be right for me (and my...

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Transcutaneous vs. Transconjunctival? (photo)

I am a 63 year old woman with fairly good skin tone but I am developing bags under my eyes. I went for two consults and got two opinions. The first dr...

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Is It Uncomfortable to Have Upper Eyelid Surgery with Just Local Pain Medication?

I will be taking one hydrocodone/apap 7.5/500mg tablet and one diazepam 10 mg 1/2 hour prior to the surgery and given a local numbing injection. Do...

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Brow Lift or Laser/Traditional Blepharoplasty?

I went to two different doctors to discuss my angry looking appearance. One suggested an endoscopic brow lift and the other suggested traditional...

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Age 56, Hollow Under Eyes - Eyelid Surgery or Fillers?

I Am 56 Yrs Old and Have Noticed "Hollows" Under my Eye Area Do I Need Lower Eye Surgery? should I have lower eye surgery to take away the...

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What is More Invasive..a Browlift or Upper Blephroplasty?

Which is more invasive...a browlift or upp blephroplasty? Thanks!

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How Much Physical Discomfort is Felt Immediately After Eyelid Surgery?  

My eyelids will be lifted out of my field of vision. Is that a pretty painful correction? Will the pain be similar to the pain of an irritated boil?

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What Eyelid Surgery Technique Doesn't Require Stitches at All?

What is the reliability of such techniques compared to the ones that require stitches?

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Do I Nead Lower Eyelid Surgery or am I Losing Cheek Volume?

Hello to all:)' I have a kind bumps or shadow in my under eyelid in both of my eyes.When im tiread you can see better or when i have makeup on..I...

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Lower Blepharoplasty vs Fillers for lower lid/cheek bony look

I have been to 2 plastic surgeons and 1 oculoplastic surgeon for opinions. There was no consensus of opinion. I have a narrow face with almost not...

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When to Seek a Oculoplastic Surgeon As Opposed to a Facial Surgeon?

I have had two different surgeries on my lower eyes. Neither worked. Where should I go fo the best eye surgery?

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Lower Blepharoplasty or Hyaluronic Acid/Restylane For Puffiness and Prominent Tear Troughs? (photo)

Hi, I'm 24 years old but I've had quite prominent puffiness and tear troughs around the eyes for about 2 years (they are much worse in the...

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Lower Eyes: Should I Get Fat Removed?

Some doctors say it is not wise to remove the fat pads unfer the eyes as it will give a person a hollow look.rather pull the excess skin and go with...

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Fat/tissue Sparing Blepharoplasty

Orbital hollowness is frequently a complication with traditional blepharoplasty. Fat sparing blepharoplasty addresses this issue by tightening the...

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Ice Vs Heat Post-blepharoplasty or Fat Transfer?

What is the evidence, if any, on when and how to use ice or heat after a blepharoplasty and fat tranfer?

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Gash Under Eye After Blepharoplasty: It Best to Excise and Resuture Scar or Laser?

After lower blepharoplasty during the post-op, in a state of anxiety I dabbed(stupid)briefly boiled water to stop infection. Anyway, one side has...

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Is There a Difference Between a Double Eyelid Surgery and Blepharoplasty Surgery?

Hi I'm asian and I was wondering if there's a difference between the two and what would you recommend for my eyes. And is there a price...

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What is surgical procedure on eyelids for someone with thyroid disease?

Will the eyelid surgery for fixing eyelids that won't fully close take longer than other eyelid surgeries?

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Most Effective Treatment Ultherapy or Surgery for Droopy Eyes?

I am a 57 year old male with droopy eye lids. I can provide a photo. He extent of the droop increases as the day goes on making me feel very tired....

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What Am I a Better Canidate For? Blepharoplasty or Double Eyelid?

I'm 17 years old and i plan on getting eye surgery when i get 18 to give my eyes a "bigger" look. I'm hispanic but i get mistaken...

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