A quick Google search on Festoons treatment— how to get rid of them — can quickly lead you down a rabbit hole of suggestions. But beware. There are plenty of sites trying to sell you on misleading myths that they can be fixed using topical treatments, non-surgical festoons treatment options, or even exercise as an […]
There are plenty of practitioners promising quick fixes for Festoons and malar mounds, but beware of the hype. The only effective and lasting solution is the RESET ® Festoons procedure. To understand why radiofrequency and other non-surgical skin-tightening technologies won’t remove these swollen mounds that look like they’re filled with fluid, you need to start […]
While Festoons and malar mounds are often linked to aging, they’re more influenced by genetics and environmental factors. Before discussing their causes, let’s clarify the differences between festoons, malar mounds, and lower lid eye bags. What is the difference between lower lid eye bags, malar mounds, and Festoons? First, let’s look at lower lid eye […]
There’s a difference between having bags under your eyes and having malar mounds, Festoon or Festoons. Festoons and malar mounds differ from under-eye bags, and you may have both. It’s important to understand how they differ from under-eye bags. People pursue cosmetic surgery for many straightforward reasons: refining the nose, smoothing wrinkles, and correcting drooping […]
After years of investigation and research, I’m excited to announce: The Better Blepharoplasty. As a laser eyelid and facial cosmetic surgeon, I’ve spent years perfecting surgical techniques to help my patients achieve the best possible outcomes. The Better Blepharoplasty ™ represents a significant advancement over conventional methods, offering remarkable improvements and setting it apart from […]
I was recently approached by a reporter with a thought-provoking question: He asked whether people should divulge their eyelid cosmetic surgery or whether it’s better to keep the information to themselves. The journalist’s purpose was to have “an honest conversation about our relationship with aging” – a topic that’s much too big for a simple […]
What Causes Festoons Below the Eyes? No doubt you’re familiar with dark circles or bags beneath your eyes. Even young people can get them after a few nights without sleep. But some people developed bulges that go beyond puffiness and look like swelling on your upper cheeks. If you have those, you may be looking […]
I count myself incredibly fortunate to have spent much of my medical training under the tutelage of Dr. Sterling Baker, the pioneer of Laser Eyelid Surgery. I learned so much about treating eyelid festoons and malar mounds from Dr. Baker, and then spent years perfecting the techniques that he taught me. Today I’m recognized for […]
As we age, changes occur, especially in the areas around our eyes. Sun damage and gravity work against us, creating fullness in both the upper and lower eyelids that make us look tired, sick, or old. What we see in the mirror doesn’t reflect the way we feel. People ask whether we’re tired, or sick. […]
Aging changes us, for better and for worse. With experience, we gain wisdom, but we’re also affected by gravity, stress, and the sun. Our appearance changes, especially the areas around our eyes. We develop upper lid fullness, wrinkled eyelid skin, festoons, and bags under our eyes. All of these make us look tired, sick, or […]
Our eyes are one of the most expressive parts of our face. They are also one of the first areas people assess when they see one another. Youthful eyes are bright with clear tight skin on the upper lid and lower lids. Usually as we age, the lids begin to change. Heavy upper lid skin […]
NYC is home to some of the best physicians in the country. But even these top physicians get it wrong when it comes to fillers under the eyes. Fillers should only be used under the eyes in very rare situations for a small subset of younger individuals who have hollowing in the tear trough (near […]
