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Michael McCracken, MD
Denver Oculoplastic surgeon
Recent answer posted by Michael McCracken, MD
Q: What does a blepharoplasty do? asked by Anonymous
A:
A blepharoplasty can -
- remove excess skin
- remove or reposition fat
A blepharoplasty cannot -
- compensate for weakness of the muscles that lift the eyelids or lift the eyebrows (although other surgeries can)
- change the color of the skin or improve fine wrinkles (although laser procedures can)
- restore facial volume that is lost in the aging process
Other procedures
Photofacial treatments can help to lighten pigmented skin or reduce broken blood vessels and red spots on the face.
MicroLaserPeels are minimally invasive peels that help to improve pigmentation, skin tone, and pore size.
Some preliminary work has been done with radiofrequency devices to tighten the lower lid skin. However, the results are modest at best and the procedure must be repeated several times.
| Board certification | |
| Professional memberships | American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) |
| Medical or professional license | CO |
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| Location | McCracken Eye and Face Institute 11960 Lioness Way 160 Parker, CO View map |