As the figurative fountain of youth for many middle-aged men and women, Botox is a filler used to help reduce the appearance of fine line and wrinkles. However, this anti-aging solution isn’t just used for beauty. From helping with migraines to upper limb spasticity, Botox injections can be used to help with an array of […]
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Whether it’s removal of loose, excess skin in the upper eyelids or fat repositioning in the lower eyelids, there is no doubt that eyelid surgery can subtly rejuvenate the eye area and make a person look years younger. If you’ve been thinking of having eyelid surgery but are still uncertain about it, here are answers
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According to recent statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, eyelid surgery is the third most frequently performed cosmetic surgery in the country. At Dr. Tresley’s practice in Northbrook, we are not surprised at all by these findings, as the eyes are one of the first areas to reveal the signs of aging.
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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” While that adage may be true there are certain universally accepted opinions about what features make one woman’s eyelids more attractive than another. A highly visible crease in the upper eyelids is perceived as attractive. It makes the eyes look bigger, which in most cultures is interpreted
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A tear trough refers to the inherent semi-circular depression that runs below the eyes from the innermost corners of the eyelids to the outermost corner of each eye. In the worst cases, this depression can extend into the upper cheek region. The natural process of aging tends to alter the appearance of tear troughs resulting
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When people think of ways plastic surgery can help people look younger, one of the first things to come to mind is a face lift. However, another procedure, often performed at the same time as a face lift, can be just as important to rejuvenating your look: the brow lift. Types of Procedures There are
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In ideal conditions, the eyes are regularly lubricated by a thin film of tears that are continuously produced by the lacrimal glands. These tears are consequently drained towards the corners of the eyes via the puncta. From here, the tears travel to the lacrimal sac, then to the nasolacrimal duct, nose, and finally, the throat
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The length of time it takes to recover from an endoscopic brow lift varies from one patient to another. Certain factors come into play such as the person’s general health, skin elasticity, and lifestyle habits like smoking. An endoscopic brow lift offers the advantage of quicker recovery than traditional brow lift surgery. Normally, the dressings
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Much has been said and written about how crucial it is to protect your skin from ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The eyes are often overlooked. It’s just as important to shield your eyes from intense sun exposure as it is to protect the skin. Several studies have found a link between accumulated sun exposure and an
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Under eye bags are usually associated with a lack of sleep. Yet there’s more to eye bags than that. The downward pull of gravity is a major factor in the appearance of under eye bags. With age, the muscles surrounding the eyes weaken with gravity. Due to this lack of support, the skin starts to
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