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I have just read about a less invasive midface lift

Question: I have just read about a less invasive midface lift technique called a midface suspension. Could you tell me more about this and who would make a good candidate? Answer: Midface suspension is a proceedure that elevates the fat of the mid face through a small incision in the temple region, the malar region,… [Read More]

I’m looking to undergo some type of facelift procedure

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I’m looking to undergo some type of facelift procedure. There seem to be so many different type out there that I’m not sure which procedure would most benefit me. What I’m wondering, though, is what type of anesthesia is generally used for the facelift and if different types are used for different techniques? Answer:… [Read More]

I have malar bags and would like to know…

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I have malar bags and would like to know if this is something that can be improved with a facelift. Answer: Malar bags are not addressed with a facelift, but can be improved with a lower lid blepharoplasty. Posted by Dr. Philip Schoenfeld

I am a 48 year old male

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I have sagging jowls and as I get older the worse they get. I am a 48 year old male and would like to have this taken care of. Could you please explain if I would need a full, a “mini” or a “standard” facelift and what is the difference? I really feel that… [Read More]

Will your practice be performing this soon

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I just read about a new alternative to the brow lift that combines ultrasound imaging with focused ultrasound therapy to provide a non-invasive lifting of the skin. Will your practice be performing this soon, and is it very effective? Answer: Our practice will unlikely be performing ultrasound assisted brow lifts. A successful brow lift… [Read More]

Is there a chance that it could give me an infection?

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I wear a lot of heavy make up for my job. How long after my eyelid surgery will I be able to wear my eyeshadow and eyeliner? Is there a chance that it could give me an infection? Answer: I prefer to have my patients not apply makeup to their eyes until about a… [Read More]

I am interested in having a brow lift

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I am interested in having a brow lift. Although it is a much more invasive surgery, I am particularly interested in a coronal brow lift because I have read that the results are long lasting. How long is the recovery time for a coronal browlift? Answer: The coronal brow lift is a very effective… [Read More]

I’m in my late 70’s

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I’m in my late 70’s and would really like blepharoplasty surgery. Am I too old? Answer: I do not feel that you are too old for blepharoplasty in your late 70’s. Many people undergo blepharoplasty in their 70’s for therapeutic reasons so I see no reason why it should not be performed for cosmetic… [Read More]

I am very fair skinned and tend to bruise easily

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I am very fair skinned and tend to bruise easily. I’d like to get an estimate on the length of time that the bruising lasts for after blepharoplasty surgery. Are there any supplements that can be taken to help the bruising heal? Answer: Fair skin individuals tend to bruise easily. Bruising following eyelid surgery… [Read More]

Would you recommend that I get another procedure done?

Posted by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question: I had a blepharoplasty surgery several years ago and was amazed at how much it brightened up my face. Recently though I’ve begun to notice some sagging around my eyes again. Would you recommend that I get another procedure done? Answer: It really is impressive how much more refreshed a face and eyes look… [Read More]