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Can a Brow Lift Change Your Facial Expressions?

Pursuing cosmetic enhancement through surgery involves weighing your goals against concerns about maintaining natural appearance and expression. A commonly occurring question regarding brow lift procedures is whether they can change how you form natural facial expressions. Modern oculoplastic surgery techniques address this issue by examining the relationship between brow position, muscle function, and expression mechanics. […]

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Can Nerve Damage Cause Ptosis?

Looking in the mirror and noticing one eyelid hanging a little lower than the other can cause feelings of concern. You may be wondering if something more serious is going on. This condition is formally known as ptosis. Aging or weak muscles can sometimes cause it, but for some, nerve damage is the driving force.

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Why Do Skin Tags Develop?

You’re getting ready in the morning and something in your reflection catches your eye. A small flap of skin hanging from your neck or maybe under your arm. Or maybe you’ve had them for years and have now taken the time to dive deeper into what they are, why they develop, and how to treat

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What Causes Facial Dystonia?

Involuntary, sustained, or intermittent muscle contractions in the face—such as twisting, abnormal postures, and other repetitive movements—can cause embarrassment and a decrease in self-confidence. These involuntary movements are manifestations or symptoms of a neurological condition called facial dystonia. These symptoms can affect the eyelids, the mouth, and the jaw, significantly impacting daily life by affecting

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Doctor of Medicine, 2000

Twenty-five years ago this month, I walked the stage at Lincoln Center with my classmates as we collectively became graduates of the (Icahn) Mount Sinai School of Medicine. A month later, I shipped my bags and two boxes and boarded the 9-hr flight to Honolulu HI for my PGY1 Prelim Medicine Year. Little did I know that

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Welcome to our blog! Within this feature of our practice website, we hope to provide visitors a helpful resource with practice news and information regarding the most recent technological advances and new treatments in Oculofacial Plastic Surgery and Facial Aesthetics. We believe that patient education and open communication with your doctor are the keys to

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