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Are You a Candidate for Asian Eyelid Surgery?

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Asian eyelid surgery, also known as double eyelid surgery, can help to enhance the already beautiful aspects of the Asian eye through contouring and shaping the natural features that make these elements great. It’s why the procedure has become so popular internationally over the past several years. Below, we look at if you are a … Read more

Is Revision Eyelid Surgery More Painful Than the First Time?

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You may have had eyelid surgery in the past but you are unsatisfied with your results. Or, perhaps you are someone who has suffered an injury and you are now dealing with drooping lids. Whatever your reason for needing revision eyelid surgery, it is imperative to make sure the job gets done right. So, is … Read more

Can I Drive Home After Eyelid Surgery?

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Eyelid surgery offers cosmetic improvements to parts of the face damaged by aging skin and ailing health. If your upper eyelids are starting to droop, or your lower eyelids are getting puffy with excess skin, then this might be a recommended procedure for you. Eyelid surgery in Denver offers your face a total refresh, tightening … Read more

Top Myths About Treating Dark Circles

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The skin right above and below your eyes is one of the most sensitive areas on the body, with paper-thin skin cells providing a small layer of protection between your eyes and the rest of your face. As you age, the skin around your eyes is the first to experience signs like wrinkling, sagging, and … Read more

How Old Should Asian Eyelid Patients Be?

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Dr. McCracken offers several specialty surgeries for patients looking to reduce the sagging skin on their eyelids. Those with a monolid are typically good candidates for Asian blepharoplasty, which adds a natural crease to the eyelid and creates a refreshing and youthful look. While each session of Asian eyelid surgery looks completely different for each … Read more

Top Reasons For Eyelid Revision Surgery

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Below, we cover the top reasons for eyelid revision surgery our patients report. An eyelid revision surgery is a type of surgery that a patient undergoes in order to correct or revise the results from a previous eyelid surgery. There are many reasons that a patient might choose to do this. Most have to do … Read more

What Do Blepharoplasty Scars Look Like?

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Eyelid surgery is a type of surgery that’s aimed towards correcting abnormalities in the eyes, whether those are aesthetic or of a more serious medical nature. Like any serious procedure, they are prone to leaving some kind of scar in their wake. Although, for this procedure, they tend to be quite mild. So below, we … Read more

Cosmetic Uses For Botulinum Toxin in Oculoplastics

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Botulinum Toxin is a substance that is found in fillers to a minute degree. In these aforementioned fillers, it typically is present only in very small amounts. When utilized in this minute form, the toxin actually has a wide range of utilizations in the plastic medical sciences. This is true as well in Oculoplastics. Below … Read more

Can Nerve Damage Lead to Ptosis?

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Ptosis is a condition of the eyes in which the upper eyelid begins to droop down. Typically caused by a weakness of the muscles that lift the eyelid, the condition can be compromised aesthetically. Below we look at if nerve damage can lead to ptosis. Can Nerve Damage Lead to Ptosis? One of the most … Read more

Tips For Improving Your Brow Lift Results

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When undergoing any complex surgery, it gives one peace of mind to feel like the results of whatever procedure is taking place are going to last for quite some time. Below we cover top tips for improving your brow lift results. Tips For Improving Your Brow Lift Results This is no different for endoscopic brow … Read more