Ptosis results from an abnormality or weakness in the muscle that elevates or opens the eye. This causes the upper eyelid to sag and droop. This condition is different than having excess overhanging skin (dermatochalasis). Ptosis can be congenital (present at birth) or acquired (developed later in life) and may affect one or both eyes. The severity of ptosis can…

Hairline lowering, also known as forehead reduction surgery, is a cosmetic procedure aimed at reducing the height or length of the forehead and lowering the hairline. This surgical procedure is typically sought by patients who feel their forehead is too high and wish to achieve a more balanced facial appearance. Most times, it is performed on patients who are born…

A hair transplant is a surgical procedure that involves moving hair follicles from one part of the body, known as the donor site, to a balding part of the body, known as the recipient site. The most common type of hair transplant is called follicular unit transplantation (FUT) or follicular unit extraction (FUE). In FUT, a strip of skin with…

Liposuction of the face and neck is a cosmetic procedure designed to remove excess fat deposits along the jawline, face, and neck.  By removing excess fat, the lower face may appear slimmer, and the jawline will have improved definition and contour. In the neck, liposuction will address concerns about a double chin, jowls, and overall fullness of the neck region.…

Many consider lips to be the most sensual part of the face. An upper lip lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to enhance the appearance of the upper lip by shortening the distance between the lip vermilion and the base of the nose. Patients who are good candidates present with a long upper lip or do not show any…

Facial implants are used in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery to provide balance and fullness to the face as a result of volume loss due to aging or congenital facial imbalance. These materials are typically made of biocompatible materials like silicone or porous polyethylene. They are used in the face to provide a more balanced, harmonious, or youthful appearance to the…

Blepharoplasty is a type of surgery that removes excess skin from the eyelids. With age, eyelids stretch, and the muscles supporting them weaken. As a result, excess skin and fat can gather above and below your eyelids. Lower Eyelid Surgery: The goal of lower blepharoplasty surgery is to correct undereye bags with the removal or repositioning of the redundant fat.…

Lower Jaw Also known as mandibular osteotomy or orthognathic surgery, is a surgical procedure that involves repositioning the lower jaw or mandible to correct various jaw-related issues. There are 3 main mandibular osteotomy patterns: sagittal split osteotomy, vertical ramus osteotomy, and inverted L osteotomy.  This type of surgery is typically performed by oral and maxillofacial surgeons in collaboration with orthodontists. …

Rhinoplasty, commonly known as a “nose job” is a surgical procedure that involves changing the appearance of the nose. Some patients may have a functional problem breathing through their nose and this can be addressed at the same time as the cosmetic problem. Some surgeons prefer to perform an “open” rhinoplasty where a small incision is made across the columella…

Also referred to as sliding mandibular osteotomy, this surgical procedure is performed to reshape the chin’s contours, either by reducing or enhancing its size using the patient’s natural bone. The procedure involves creating an incision on the inner side of the lower lip to access the mandible. A thin saw is then utilized to separate the lower portion of the…