Eyelid Surgery: Q&A
Ask a QuestionFor Eyelid Surgery is It Better to Go to a Dr Who is a Member of ASOPRS to Be Certain of Good Results?
Been researching eyelid surgery for years. I'm sure I have festoons and I do have very bad hooded eyes. I've read all the horror stories which is why I'm hesitant to pic a dr, and afraid becasue of the possible festoon problem, whether or not a regular qualified PS is enough or the best choice to address this since each doctor approaches this problem differently and not sure which is best or correct way? I'm 55 live in SF & most drs listed near r reg PS & I Can't afford to travel further away.
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mistsfca
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Who to go to for eyelid surgery
It is best to got to someone who is qualified and experienced in this work. It maybe someone from ASPS, AAFPRS, ASOPS, etc. Get referrals from several sources, friends, etc. and see more than one in consultation.
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Loaded question...
This is a loaded question that will certainly get blood pressures rising in surgeons. The truth of the matter is that when you evaluated a specific surgeon, you should look at the depth of their experience and the their specific results. So there are Oculoplastics and Facial Plastis and General Plastics surgeons that will give you excellent results.
But in general, ASOPRS trained Oculoplastics surgeons have a wider breadth of training and more experience in cosmetic and...
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Choosing a surgeon to do your eyes
There are many good plastic surgeons, facial ENT surgeons, and oculoplastic surgeons that can probably help you. Good luck in your search!
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There is no question that ASOPRS fellows are the most extensively trained eyelid surgeons, period.
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Festoons and eyelid surgery
Get at least 3 opinions from physicians of any cosmetic specialty who have done your type of eyelid. You should view photographic results of such cases.
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For Eyelid Surgery is It Better to Go to a Dr Who is a Member of ASOPRS to Be Certain of Good Results?
Plastic, Facial Plastic, and Oculoplastic surgeons all have training in correcting your problem. You just want to be sure the surgeon you choose is skillful and experienced. I have seen good and bad results from all of the above. It is not the degree the doctor holds but his skill, experience, and artistic vision that will get the results you need.
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