Washington DC Eyelid Surgery doctors

	Chris Thiagarajah, MD Washington DC Oculoplastic Surgeon 110 Irving St NW Suite 1A-01 301-277-4844, Washington		86 answers
	Houtan Chaboki, MD Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon 2021 K Street NW #206, Washington D.C.		80 answers
	Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD Chevy Chase Facial Plastic Surgeon 5454 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1625, Chevy Chase		21 answers
	Theda C. Kontis, MD Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon 1838 Greene Tree Rd Suite 370, Baltimore		12 answers
	C. Coleman Brown, MD Bethesda Plastic Surgeon 5454 Wisconsin Ave. Suite 1250, Chevy Chase		3 answers
	Vineet Mehan, MD Washington DC Plastic Surgeon 3289 Woodburn Rd Suite 245, Annandale		2 answers

Recent Answers

Filler or Lower Blepharoplasty for Lower Lids? (photo) I am 40 and have genetic under-eye hollowness. It has become markedly worse over the past few years. I really want to do something more on the permanent side, but am now thoroughly confused: An oculoplastic doctor has said that I am not a candidate for a lower bleph/that it wouldn't make me look good. I have, however, seen that it gives amazing results on plenty of people with similar appearances. So - do I add or remove? Advice welcome! Thank you.

A: Lower Eyelid Bag Treatment with Filler or Surgery

Thank you for your question.

Lower eyelid bag treatment is a common request for plastic surgeons. Generally, two options are available: injections or cosmetic surgery. For most younger patients, facial injections with a hyaluronic acid filler such as Restylane help rejuvenate the area. Traditionally for older patients, cosmetic surgery to help reduce fat bulges and excess skin is required. Age alone, however, does not determine the best option.

Only after a comprehensive evaluation by an eyelid specialist can he/she help determine appropriate options for you. The best option for you may not be the best option for another person. As you can see from these forums, eyelid plastic surgeons will offer various opinions. Your cosmetic surgeon and you should come to an agreement together.

Best of luck.

Dr. Chaboki

Houtan Chaboki, MD

Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon

Am I a Good Candidate for Blepharoplasty? I would like almond shaped eyes but I've been told that canthoplasty is a bad idea for me. I would like to know if I am a candidate for blepharoplasty? If I am not, are there any suggestions as to how I can get almond shaped eyes? Thank you.

A: Please don't have surgery!!

I think the surgeon told you not to have a canthoplasty bacause they didn't think you were a candidate for any surgical procedure. You are a beautiful young woman with beautiful eyes. Please don't have a surgical procedure to change your eyelids!

Theda C. Kontis, MD

Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

What is the Best Treatment for an Eyelid Burn Victim? Cosmetic surgery would be necessary to repair my eyelids and make it possible for me to properly close my eyes. What kind of procedure would this be and how involved is it?

A: burn victim treatment by DC oculoplastic surgeon

I would say that you need to see an eyelid specialist. The amount of function and skin that you have in the eyelid needs to be determined from an examination before one of us can intelligiently answer that question. If the muscle in the eyelid is damaged that is difficult to repair and more complex than just putting in flaps of skin. As you probably realize, the eyelid has function. Replacing those muscles are just as important as replacing lost skin so a simple answer of skin grafts DOES NOT apply to all burn victims. See an oculoplastic surgeon.

Chris Thiagarajah, MD

Washington DC Oculoplastic Surgeon

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	“Devastated After Lower Eyelid...” I went to PS for a consult on upper eyelids that were slightly drooping onto eyelashes. PS pointed out my tired look and showed me how he could also correct my bags under my eyes with a simple procedure to remove a little excess skin. I did not have a problem with the way I looked but he made me feel like I did have a problem. He made the correction seem so simple and convinced me to do it,... more
	“Happy with Results - McLean, VA” I have always had excess eyelid skin and bags under the eyes for many years. My optician recommended I look into surgery. I also wanted the excess skin under my chin removed, as I hated it more than the eyes. I interviewed four Plastic Surgeons (make sure they are board certified PS) - highly recommend everyone does this. Also, call the references they provide – very helpful in... more
	“Under Eye Circles Removed, Look Like...” At first I freaked out because of all the swelling. Additionally, my left eye healed rapidly fast with virtually no scarring. The right eye, however, got infected and needed antibiotic treatment. I truly believed I was going to be disfigured for life. But the right eye eventually caught up and now my eyes look absolutely beautiful and natural. Seriously, he removed the perfect amount of fat.... more
	“How Much Swelling Should I Have...” Had an upper bleph done two weeks ago, and although the recovery was rapid, I still feel as though there is some extra puffy skin where fat/tissue may have been removed. How much of this puffiness should I expect to go away over the next few months? It looks almost as if there should have been a little more skin removed, but it could just be minor swelling. Any input is appreciated. more
	“I Had Eyelid Surgery 5 Months Ago...” I had bags under my eyes.I always looked tired and I hated it. Five months ago, I finally had them removed. I absolutely love the result!Very little pain, some bruising and swelling under my eyes for about a week. I still see a little swelling under my left eye especially when I have a cold. But over all, I look much better than before I had the surgery. more
	“Lower Bleph Done and I Am Not Sure...” I need your help. I got a lower transconjunctival bleph done about 3 1/2 weeks ago. My dr. said that this is what he thought was best for me. That he would only take out a very small amount of fat that was causing the bags. I beleive he did, however, my eyes look extrememly hollow now and the circles are even worse than before. Mind you, my eyes were hollow before all of this, but nearly as... more
	“I Look my Best Ever...and Nobody Can...” Based on a recommendation by a friend of ours, my wife went to see {edited - provider info is shown above the review for registered users} to discuss a possible Botox treatment; I went with her to keep her company. At the end of the consult, I asked Dr R, half jokingly, if he could make me look 10 years younger without my family and friends knowing that I had plastic surgery. He more
	“Asian Eyelid Surgery - Prolonged...” I had a suture procedure for asian eyelids about two weeks ago. I thought the recovery would only take 7-10 days, but has taken much longer. After two weeks, both eyes are still swollen and one eye looks as swollen as the day of the surgery.I iced the eye every 15 min for the first 3 days (excluding a few hours at night) and have applied a heat pack to my eyes for a couple of hours each day... more
	“Upper Eyelid Surgery for Sagging:...” I had my upper blephs done due to my eylids were resting on my eyelashes. I would put on eyeliner and it would end up on my brow bone when I would open my eye. Also getting headaches after being on the computer during the day.It was the best thing I did. I feel younger my eyes are open and headaches have reduced. more
	“My Lopsided Face” An eyelift 5 years ago caused internal bleeding trickling down alongside of my nose and settling in my chin area. I was bruised for several weeks. I think he sucked out a blood vessel along with the fat. The tops were okay and my eyes opened up but appeared to be pushed closer together which another surgeon corrected, but it left scarring.The entire experience was devasting and I was never... more
	“Still Recovering, but See Improvement” I have had a "bump" under one eye that was pointed out to me about 10 years ago at a party. I went to the doctor and was told it was a bag. I was mortified, as I was only 40. I am now almost going to turn 50 and this bump has continued to make me self conscious and the entire under eye has turned into one big bag, especially when I smile or squint. The other... more