Rockville Eyelid Surgery doctors
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Michael Vincent, MD
Rockville Plastic Surgeon
9715 Medical Center Dr Suite 315, Rockville |
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Nia Banks, MD, PhD
Washington DC Plastic Surgeon
8116 Good Luck Road Suite 215, Lanham |
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Eric Chang, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
8860 Columbia 100 Parkway Suite 206, Columbia |
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Adam Tattelbaum, MD
Washington DC Plastic Surgeon
3203 Tower Oaks Blvd 2nd Fl, Rockville |
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Rondi Kathleen Walker, MD
Washington Plastic Surgeon
3301 New Mexico Avenue, N.W. Foxhall Square, Suite 252, Washington |
Recent Answers
I'm considering having lower and upper eyelid surgery, but from what I've read there is a chance of doublevision, blindness, scaring,abrasion. What can I do to lower or eliminate these risks when under the knife?
Any plastic surgery procedure carries risks. Upper and lower blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery is one of our most common operations, and the satisfaction rate is very high. The risks that you mentioned are possible, but most plastic surgeons have never even seen a case of blindness or double vision after eyelid surgery. Consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon and/or oculoplastic surgeon is very important. Choose a surgeon that has a great deal of experience and one that you relate to well, so consulting with several surgeons may be helpful. We perform eyelid surgery in our fully accredited OR in our office, and successful eyelid surgery can really make a difference for most people. Best wishes.
Michael Vincent, MD, FACS
Hi! I am 31 year old female and my upper eyelids have been getting lower. I could see the eyelids in pictures taken about 7 years ago but not anymore. I have been getting Botox for about 3 years now and don't know if this has weakened my forehead muscle causing them to droop more or if it is just my genetics.
My Dr who does my Botox is one of the best around but my brows only responded to a Botox brow lift slightly. Should I go for a tissue sparring upper Blepharoplasty (just skin no fat or muscle)?
The effects of Botox typically last 2-3 months for the initial treatment, and may last up to 6 months or so after 3 years of consistent treatment. You should wait at least 4-6 months after your last Botox treatment before you consult with a plastic surgeon who can help you to decide whether upper eyelid surgery is right for you.. While the Botox could always have a role, I suspect your issues do have a genetic component. It does seem in looking at your photo, that you could benefit from upper eyelid surgery. However, that determination would need to be made in person. Your surgeon would be best able to determine whether fat and/or some muscle should be removed at that same time. Best wishes.
Michael Vincent, MD, FACS
Hi, I'm 31 years old and feel that my upper eyelids are already sagging, making me look tired and old... It runs in my family - my mother has a similar problem, developed much further. Am I too young for eyelid surgery? If its genetic, will correcting it early be good - or should I too it as late in my life as possible? Many thanks!
There is no magic age for eyelid surgery. The time to consider plastic surgery is when something really bothers you. A consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon would be your first step. In fact, consulting with several surgeons may be worthwhile. They will give you an honest assessment, and discuss options. There may be nonsurgical options available such as Botox. Upper eyelid surgery is typically done on an outpatient basis, and it is generally best to take 7-10 days off to allow for your recovery. Best wishes.
Michael Vincent, MD, FACS
