Dr. Kristin Egan M.D. FACS

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  • Botox® for Forehead Wrinkles

    Botox® for Forehead Wrinkles

    Botulinum A Toxin (Botox) is a medicinal protein derived from the C.Botulinum bacteria. It has been safely used for many years in the treatment of eyelid spasm, eye muscle spasm that causes crossed eyes, correction of facial muscle imbalance, and neck muscle spasm. When injected in small doses, it works to temporarily (months) paralyze the affected muscle, and thereby softens the facial imbalance or releases the spasm.

    More recently, BOTOX® Cosmetic is used to relax the active facial muscles that over time create seemingly indelible creases between the eyebrows, on the forehead and around the eyes. The same principles that make BOTOX® Cosmetic effective as a medical treatment make it effective as a cosmetic treatment. Injecting small amounts of BOTOX® Cosmetic into these active facial muscles results in localized paralysis and a smoother, more relaxed facial expression. Most commonly it is used in the upper face to eliminate frown lines and crow’s feet. You can expect the results from BOTOX® Cosmetic to last 3-5 months.

    Lunchtime Browlift

    BOTOX® can also be used to create a subtle lifting of the brow which can delay or eliminate the need for browlift surgery.

    Call for a consultation appointment today to learn more about BOTOX® Cosmetic

    Check out before & after pictures! Or upload your own picture and try it out!

     

  • Eyelid Rejuvenation Surgery

    Eyelid surgery is also known as blepharoplasty and involves removing and/or redistributing skin and fat in both the upper and lower eyelids.  Eyelid surgery improves the appearance of the upper eyelids, lower eyelids, or both, and gives a rejuvenated appearance to the upper face.

    Eyelid surgery is performed for both functional and aesthetic indications.  Many patients have areas of their visions blocked by the excess skin and fat of the upper eyelid.  Also, the lower eyelid can relax with age and fall away from the eyeball causing dryness and irritation.

    Commonly, eyelid surgery is combined with brow lift surgery in order to restore a more youthful appearance or to improve vision.  Patients can commonly go home the same day as the procedure and will be able to return to work within a week with minimal bruising and swelling.

    Eyelid surgery is frequently performed in both men and women because signs of aging around the eyes are often the first to be noticed by others as our eyes are “the window to our souls.”

    You can also watch an animation on Dr. Egan’s Academy website, choose blepharoplasty.

    Call today for a consultation with Dr. Kristin Egan to discuss how eyelid surgery can benefit you.