Preparing for Recovery After Blepharoplasty Posted on October 30, 2017 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Knowing what to expect and being well-prepared helps blepharoplasty patients at my Chicago practice feel more confident about their eyelid surgery and the recovery process. Many cosmetic surgery patients express more concern about the recovery than the actual procedure, which is why I provide detailed post-op instructions and several tips before the operation. I've spent … Read More
Should You Combine Upper Blepharoplasty With a Brow Lift? Posted on April 6, 2017 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Eyelid surgery, also called blepharoplasty, is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries performed year in and year out. When any patient is considering considering upper eyelid surgery at my Chicago practice, almost invariably, the same question comes up: "Should I combine the procedure with a brow lift?" In some cases, I will recommend combining … Read More
Help for Hollows With Blepharoplasty Posted on March 17, 2014 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe One of the first signs of aging is hollowing out under the eyes. Patients often ask about having fillers injected to make the tear troughs appear plumper. Although injectable fillers are a wonderful tool to enhance a patient's appearance for many areas of the face, they don't always yield the best results when used under … Read More