What is the difference between an Oculoplastic Surgeon and a Plastic Surgeon?
We all are more or less familiar with what a plastic surgeon does. This is someone whose specialty is to restore or reconstruct parts of the human body. But what about an oculoplastic surgeon? Let’s just say for starters that this specialist is all about eye surgery. What is an Oculoplastic Surgeon An Oculoplastic Surgeon performs…
Read MoreWhat Are the Benefits of Eyelid Surgery?
Aging eyes can make you look tired, obscure your vision, and have other unwanted consequences. Fortunately, there’s a safe and effective way to rejuvenate your eye area. Not only can eyelid surgery lift and tighten sagging skin, but it can also remove under-eye bags. Eyelid Surgery Benefits Eyelid surgery is a customizable procedure. It can be performed…
Read MoreHow Much Does Blepharoplasty Cost?
The area around the eyes can often look puffy, droopy, and wrinkly. We offer a blepharoplasty procedure, also known as eyelift surgery, to rejuvenate the appearance of the upper and lower eyelids. One important factor to consider when pursuing an eye lift procedure is the cost. There are many elements that determine the final price of…
Read MoreWhat Is An Oculoplastic Surgeon?
Oculoplastic surgery (also known as ophthalmic plastic surgery) is a specialized dynamic field of medicine that combines the microsurgery of ophthalmology with the cosmetic principles of plastic surgery. This branch of ophthalmology focuses on plastic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids, tear ducts, and orbit, along with cosmetic surgery of the eyelids and brows. Oculoplastic surgeons…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between oculoplastic and plastic surgery?
At SightMD we offer a wide variety of services to help you see and look your best. We offer safe surgical and non-surgical options to help address signs of aging in the forehead, eyebrows, upper eyelids, and lower eyelids. These services are commonly referred to as oculoplastic procedures. But what are oculoplastic procedures, and how are they different…
Read MoreHow Much Does Eyelid Surgery Cost?
Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought your eyelids look droopy, baggy, or puffy? Did you ever feel like you look tired even after a good night’s rest? Such impressions can lead you to consider cosmetic eyelid surgery. Upper eyelid surgery is a relatively straightforward procedure performed while you are under local anesthetic and…
Read MoreTop 5 Reasons to Explore Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Fortunately, Blepharoplasty (or “Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery”) offers a treatment option that can leave patients looking and feeling more confident. Let’s take a look at these 5 ways in which cosmetic eyelid surgery may benefit you: 1. Improved Appearance Blepharoplasty eliminates the appearance of excess fat, skin, and muscle from the eyelids. This procedure can also correct the…
Read MoreHow to Get Rid of Upper Eyelid Bags and Dark Circles
Eyelid Bags are common as we age and can be made worse by things like sun damage and genetic factors. Excess skin and fat can begin to droop and bulge making the eyelids feel and look heavy. Dark circles around the eyes can be a combination of bulging fat that casts a shadow or the…
Read MoreChoosing the Best Plastic Surgeon for Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
Oculoplastic surgery is a specialized branch of both ophthalmology and plastic surgery that combines the highly detail-oriented techniques of both fields. At SightMD our patients have many choices when selecting their cosmetic eyelid surgeon. Here are three main things to consider when selecting the best doctor to take care of your eyelids: Choosing the right…
Read MoreEyelid Surgery to Protect the Eye in Bell’s Palsy Patients
Bell’s Palsy can be a sudden and frightening occurrence that can leave a patient with a paralysis of one side of the face. Typically, there is a droop in the eyebrow, an inability to close the eye, a sagging of the lower eyelid, and a weakness of the corner of the mouth. When not connected…
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