In an effort to prevent post-operative eyelid complications, lower blepharoplasty requires taut approximation of the lower lid to the globe. This is routinely accomplished with lid tightening procedures and/or canthal…
This article’s raison d’etre is simple: to deliver a decidedly lucid and sanguinely compelling description of a lower eyelid surgical rejuvenation strategy. By bestowing the surgeon greater control of the…
Successful lower blepharoplasties address patient-specific lower eyelid, canthal, and lid–cheek junction pathology. Various technical procedures have been described to address the lower eyelid lamellae and tarsoligamentous sling. The most appropriate…
The preoperative evaluation plays an important role in optimizing outcomes and minimizing morbidity for patients undergoing blepharoplasty. This article provides a detailed, systematic approach for the preoperative evaluation of patients…
Lower eyelid function and appearance depend on the complex anatomic relationship between the soft tissue lamellae, supportive tarsoligamentous sling, and bone. Aging in the lower lid area may be caused…
The Problem Being Treated Universally, nearly everyone has or will experience a scar at some point in their life. Irrespective of the cause of the scar, the wound-healing process may…
Background and Treatment Algorithm This chapter combines information and treatment pearls presented throughout this book to provide a practical framework for approaching the management of scars based on specific scar…
Introduction Acne is one of the most common dermatologic diagnoses. It is seen in up to 95% of adolescent boys and 85% of adolescent girls. Although acne is treatable, the…
INTRODUCTION TO SCAR FORMATION AND WOUND HEALING Civilians and wounded warriors all over the world struggle with functional and symptomatic issues due to hypertrophic and keloid scars. Scars belong to…
Introduction Millions of people across the globe suffer from disfiguring traumatic and burn scars with far-reaching physical, psychological, and social impacts. The scars may result in profound functional limitations, disfigurement,…
