Category Archives: Dr. Steinsapir
What does Dr. Steinsapir think of tear trough implants for under eye hollows?
Published on March 28, 2013 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Background of Tear Trough Implants Tear trough implants are a surgery where an implant is placed in the under eye hollow area just below the orbital rim on the facial skeleton. It provides more volume in this hollow area. The Read More…
Transconjunctival versus Transcutaneous Lower Eyelid Surgery
Published on February 10, 2013 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Transconjunctival and transcutaneous lower eyelid surgeries are each a type of lower blepharoplasty, a plastic eyelid surgery that can address a range of issues such as excess fat or “puffiness” around the lower eyelid, loose and wrinkled skin. For great Read More…
Will fotofacial treatments affect my Restylane service?
Published on August 4, 2012 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Minimally invasive procedures have become a very popular way of improving one’s appearance. Several different treatments can be performed at one time minimizing downtime. Photo facial and facial filling with Restylane and Restylane Lyft® is a very common combination of Read More…
My lower eyelid is sagging after eyelid surgery-what should I do?
Published on January 29, 2012 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.First take a deep breath. Things happen after eyelid surgery. Many things fix themselves with a little time. Before surgery, your surgeon went through a lengthy list of things that might happen with surgery. Of course it is human nature Read More…
Even the Wall Street Journal fails to understand how cosmetic surgeons are trained!
Published on November 1, 2011 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.The message that one should only go to a board certified plastic surgeon is the public relations message of general plastic surgeons. While there are many excellent skills that general plastic surgeons offer, it is essential to understand that very Read More…
What are the treatment options for syringoma of the lower eyelid?
Published on October 15, 2011 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Syringomas on the lower eyelid are a common, benign growth. Although they tend to be seen more often in women, both men and women can begin noticing them around adolescence. Syringomas are derived from the eccrine sweat gland ducts and Read More…
I Hate my Cheek Implants. What are my Options?
Published on October 7, 2011 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Even if there is nothing wrong with the implants―they haven’t drifted, caused complications, or caused pain―if you are unhappy with your appearance, that is reason enough to seek an adjustment. A surgeon who doesn’t listen to your concerns about your Read More…
Can Dr. Steinsapir dissolve the liquid silicone that was injected in my face in Mexico?
Published on October 6, 2011 by Kenneth D. Steinsapir, M.D.Silicone oil has only one FDA-approved indication for use―repairing complex retinal detachments. Liquid silicone, also called silicone oil, finds its way into off-label use as a medical-grade facial filler. However, silicone oil has a number of side effects and it Read More…