HARRIS EYELID & FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY BLOG

Dr. Matheson Harris offers expert opinions on eyelid and facial plastic surgery, as well as new and upcoming treatments, the latest in facial rejuvenation, current topics in medicine, and tips on getting through your facial plastic surgical procedure safely and with the best outcome.

I interact with hundreds of patients a week, both in clinic and online. A certain group of patients stand out due to their seeking out treatment for flaws that neither I nor my staff can see. Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) has been well-reported on in the news over the past few years and I see […]

Browpexy and blepharoplasty

Browpexy: What is it? Browpexy has recently become much more commonly used by oculoplastic surgeons during eyelid surgery. Browpexy is done through the same eyelid crease incision made for a blepharoplasty (eyelid lift) or an eyelid ptosis repair (droopy lid repair). Once the skin is open, the surgeon dissects to the brow bone and then […]

trichiasis

This may sound harsh, but I think eyelashes are the cockroaches of our face. By this I mean, they can become endlessly annoying at times, and despite many treatments, won’t die easily. Most people, especially women, want full, thick eyelashes. They often pay large sums of money to enhance their lashes, either with topical treatments, such […]

Bleeding and bruising are a part of any eyelid surgery. Knowing what blood thinners to stop and when to stop them is important to minimize bleeding complications with eyelid surgery. Most people are started on blood thinners by their primary care doctor or their cardiologist. These medicines reduce the risk of blood clotting inside of […]

Lower eyelid blepharoplasty is commonly performed along with an upper eyelid blepharoplasty (eyelid lift). Lower eyelid blepharoplasty helps to remove baggy lower eyelids and take away the shadows that make your eyes look tired. Here are the most common questions, with answers, that we get from patients about the procedure. Question: How is lower eyelid […]