Anophthalmia is a condition where an individual does not have an eye. This can be congenital (from birth) or acquired (through trauma, etc). Not only does missing an eye cause daily activities to be more difficult and functional issues, but it also creates a lot of emotional stress due to an “abnormal” appearance. What is the…
The Lessons I Have Learned With Endoscopic Brow Lifting
Endoscopic brow lifting is my preferred method of aesthetic brow reshaping. I use the word reshaping because the primary lesson I have learned from 20 years of brow lifting is that the procedure should focus on brow shape and contour more than height. This is the single most important caveat of brow lifting and will…
Long Term Results To Lower Blepharoplasty – What You Need To Know
Recently our fellow and I reviewed my long term data on results to lower lid blepharoplasty. I could not find such an extensive review of data with this case number in the literature. The surgical series is over a 10 year period and includes 640 cases. Important to consider is that I only perform transconjunctival…
How To Get the Best Ptosis Repair Results
Ptosis surgery is a procedure that lifts an upper eyelid that has dropped. It is surgery on the elevating muscles of the eyelid (Mueller’s muscle or the Levator muscle/aponeurosis). This is very different than blepharoplasty surgery which is the more simplistic removal of variable amounts of skin, muscle and fat from the upper lids (typical cosmetic…
Dr. Massry’s Dos and Don’ts After Eyelid Surgery
Dr. Massry tells all his patients that having any elective cosmetic surgery procedure is a big decision which requires a commitment of time, energy, and money. It is a decision that should not be taken lightly. This is especially true when it comes to eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). Eyelids Are Delicate Structures The eyelids are delicate facial…
How to Fix Hollow Temples
As we age, we can develop subtle (or not so subtle) hollows around the eyes and temple area. This happens as we lose volume or fat in our faces over time. Hollow or sunken temples, specifically, make he face appear much older. Luckily, there is a quick and instant fix for hollow temples! To restore…
