Most light-to-medium skin-toned adults are eligible for the RESET Procedures. Unfortunately, deep laser skin resurfacing is not available for patients with dark skin tones at this time, though they may be candidates for Halo and other treatments.

To better understand how skin type impacts treatment options, we encourage you to explore the Fitzpatrick Skin Type Scale.

This resource explains how different skin types respond to various treatments and highlights the importance of a personalized consultation. 

Patients whose medical conditions make anesthesia a health risk may also be excluded from the surgery. If you have previously had cosmetic surgery, Dr. Scheiner will evaluate you to determine whether the RESET Procedures are a good fit for you.

Note: While RESET resurfacing is only available for light to medium skin colors, Laser Upper Lid Blepharoplasty is available for all skin types.

All of the RESET procedures require general or tumescent anesthesia to ensure the patient stays asleep for the entire surgery.

Healing takes time, and every individual’s recovery is different. It will take approximately 10-14 days to regrow fresh “baby” skin.  This new skin is very delicate and can be pink for six months to a year. 

During the initial healing period, it is essential that you meticulously follow Dr. Scheiner’s proprietary healing protocol. This will keep your fresh new skin moist and free from bacteria.  We will schedule multiple post-op visits during this interval for Dr. Scheiner to monitor your progress.

Dr. Scheiner’s two decades of experience with deep resurfacing led to him inventing the RESET Upper Lids procedure. He is the only physician in the world to offer it.

Most patients experience minimal pain and those who do, generally only need over-the-counter medication to alleviate discomfort.

Upper lid laser blepharoplasty surgery removes excess skin and fat and eliminates heaviness or hooding. It also creates slight tightening because extra skin has been removed, but the upper eyelid can still appear wrinkled or crepey. 

By contrast, RESET Upper Lids is laser skin resurfacing of the delicate upper eyelid skin. This renews the skin, providing remarkable improvement. When combined with a laser upper eyelid surgery, RESET patients will see complete rejuvenation of the upper lid.

Dr. Scheiner’s practice is strictly self-pay.  This procedure does provide health benefits but is not covered by insurance.

The price of the RESET Procedures varies by patient and is comparable to the cost of a facelift by a top-tier cosmetic surgery expert with experience similar to Dr. Scheiner’s.  For more specific information, request an appointment with a Patient Care Consultant to learn if this is a recommended procedure for you.

Speak to one of our Surgical Consultants for a complimentary Discovery Call either virtually or meet in-office.

Dr. Scheiner calls every patient the day of their surgery and sees most patients the next day, depending on the procedure.  Additional questions may be asked during post-op appointments or by emailing the medical technician team. 

Oculoplastic Surgeons have a high level understanding of the structure of the eye, eyelids and facial region around the eyes in preparation for surgery in this very delicate area.They go through special training to provide the precise and careful touch required for performing eyelid and facial plastic surgery. Dr. Scheiner believes plastic surgeons do a fine job on other areas of the face, but that oculoplastic training is best for eyelid surgery.