Upper Eyelid Upper eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, requires the removal of fat and redundant skin and is the most common of cosmetic eye surgeries. Although sometimes performed for cosmetic reasons, this surgery may be considered medically necessary when excess skin and fat interfere with normal vision. Removal of redundant skin folds and fat from the upper lids creates a smoother; better defined eyelid surface.

Upper Eyelid

Lower Eyelid Removal of excessive skin and fat in the lower eyelids is one of the more common facial cosmetic surgical procedures. Baggy eyelids, or circles under the eye, often result from fat behind the eyelid and the stretching of skin that comes with aging. When excess fat under the eyelid is removed or repositioned and excess skin is removed, a smoother skin tone and more youthful appearance can be achieved.

Lower Eyelid

Companion Surgery

Droopy Brows and Eyelids Elevation of droopy eyebrows is often performed in conjunction with the removal of excess skin and fat from the eyelids. By removing excess skin either above the brow or on the scalp, the surgeon can lift the brow and eyelids. This surgery aims to create a more vibrant, alert appearance. Droopy eyelids, which often interfere with one's field of vision, can be corrected through a simple tightening of the muscles. Known as the "Muller's Muscle Resection", this surgery is performed to correct the problem of obstructed vision due to droopy eyelids.

Droopy Brows and Eyelids

Mid-Face Cheek Lift One of the earliest signs of aging occurs in the cheek, or mid-face. All of our faces are built with the skin on the exterior, muscles underneath, strategically positioned natural fat pads, and then bone. It is the minimal amount of "droop" to our cheek fat pad that produces the common cheek mid-face descent. The effects of gravity on this area also exaggerate the prominent deep wrinkles between the edge of the nose and corner of the mouth. This condition is of common concern to patients seeking aesthetic facial rejuvenation. This cheek lift surgery not only can restore the cheek to a more normal position, but also smooth out the folds that occur on the sides of the nose while decreasing the hollowing appearance at the top of the cheek. This surgery is often performed in conjunction with the lower eyelid blepharoplasty.

Mid-Face Cheek Lift

Injection Therapies

Botox and other Therapies Not all wrinkles are alike. Some known as dynamic wrinkles, are caused by repeated muscular contractions such as frowning, squinting and brow furrowing. Botox Cosmetic and other injectable therapies can reduce dynamic wrinkles by preventing the muscles from contracting. Other therapies can fill in wrinkles to create a smoother skin surface.

Laser Facial Resurfacing

Laser facial resurfacing is a technique that removes the upper layers of the facial skin using a laser. It is a way of improving the look of the skin without having full cosmetic surgery. It can be effective for reducing mild scarring, or the effects of sun damage, such as fine wrinkles.

What you should know about cosmetic surgery

While aesthetic cosmetic surgery is not for everyone, the surgeries outlined above are designed to improve a patient's physical appearance and how they feel about themselves. We want for you to be comfortable and confident with how your surgery may affect your future appearance. In your initial screening or consultation with Dr. Shields, we will discuss any questions or concerns you may have regarding the procedure you are considering. During this consultation, a thorough medical evaluation will be performed to ensure that you are a suitable candidate for surgery and your motivations and expectations will be discussed.