Consumer Guide to Cosmetic
Eye Surgery
Aimee Surtenich
This collection of articles contains unbiased, doctor-reviewed information, including the pros, cons and cost of the most popular cosmetic eye procedures and treatments.
Table of Contents
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Learn how an "eye lift" can remove excess skin from your eyelids for a more youthful appearance.
Botox Injections
Botox Cosmetic was developed to improve those frown lines that appear between the eyebrows. Here's complete information on how long it lasts, plus Botox side effects and cost.
Cosmetic Eye Surgery FAQ
Answers to frequently asked questions about blepharoplasty and other cosmetic eye surgery.
Considering Latisse for Longer Eyelashes?
Complete report on Latisse side effects, cost, the results you can expect and where to buy Latisse.
Puffy Eyes and Dark Circles
Puffy, swollen eyes can have many causes. Is it possible to get rid of unsightly bags under your eyes?
Do Your Eyes Reveal Your Age?
Eyes may be "windows to the soul," but they also reveal a lot about your age and vitality, according to university research published in Ophthalmology in February 2009.
When 47 younger volunteers evaluated faces of older people in photographs, they were asked to look specifically for signs of aging and fatigue. Eye-tracking technology then was used to monitor which facial features were most scrutinized during assessments.
The study found that almost half of scrutiny time was spent looking at the eye area. The nose was the next most scrutinized feature, followed by the forehead and area between the eyebrows.
Researchers say information garnered from such studies can help cosmetic surgeons and potential patients assess which facial features might need to be addressed in a procedure. — M.H.
[Page updated May 2013]
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