Our practice offers cosmetic and reconstructive procedures of the eyelids and upper face. We offer upper and lower blepharoplasties, browlifts, and eyelid revision surgeries. Additionally, we offer cosmetic procedures such as Botox injections and filler. Because our surgeons are fellowship-trained specifically in oculofacial surgery, we specialize in the delicate anatomy around the eyes and face, balancing aesthetic enhancement with protection of vision and eyelid function. The goal is natural, refreshed results that help you look like yourself, well-rested and confident, not overdone. We cannot give you an estimate on what that may be, as every patient is unique. Cosmetic consultations are $75 with our doctors. This will be applied to any future procedure you would have. We’re able to keep our pricing competitive by performing cosmetic procedures in-office, eliminating additional expenses associated with surgery centers, including anesthesia costs. Please call the office and we would be happy to get you scheduled.

After checking in and filling out the “new patient” forms at the front desk, a nurse will escort you to an exam room and start collecting your history and checking your vision (not a full refraction/vision exam.) After the nurse finishes, one of our doctors will come in and perform a detailed examination. Your doctor typically begins with a discussion of your concerns, goals, and medical history, followed by a detailed examination of your eyelids and surrounding structures. If needed, photographs and measurements are taken to evaluate function and determine insurance eligibility. Your doctor will review your treatment options, expected recovery, and realistic outcomes so you leave with a clear, personalized plan and confidence in your next steps. In some cases, we can do a minor procedure that same day. Expect to be here for about an hour for your first appointment.

If you have insurance, please bring your insurance card, so that we can find out your level of benefits. If you have any CT scans or lab tests, please bring those. If you use reading glasses, please bring those with you. Also, if you received our new patient packet beforehand, please bring any completed paperwork that you have filled out. If not, don’t worry. You can fill out all the necessary paperwork when you get here. Please make sure you have your medication list if you need to fill out the paperwork in office, we can make a copy if that’s easier.

Quality care takes time. Delivery of health care is an inherently difficult thing to schedule. Patients often book appointments for “small” problems that turn out to be much more complex and complicated than they thought; other doctors and emergency rooms refer patients that need immediate attention; some patients have a long list of questions that they need answered, etc. Our doctors take pride in trying to give each patient the time that they need to get their problem addressed. We apologize for any longer-than-expected wait but please know that when it is your turn, our doctors will spend as much time with you as you need to get your problem addressed. Most new patient visits require you to be in the office for 1-2 hours depending on the issue.

This depends. Insurance may cover eyelid surgery when it is medically necessary such as when drooping eyelids significantly block vision. A consultation with formal measurements and visual field testing can determine whether insurance criteria are met. Cosmetic procedures such as lower lid blepharoplasties performed to primarily to improve appearance are not covered by insurance. We do cosmetic consultations for $75 and that money goes towards any procedure you may have.