Blog | Flora Levin MD

17

Jan

The Best Eyelid Wrinkles Treatments

Because the eye area is expressive and susceptible to early aging and sun damage, it is also prone to expression lines and wrinkles. But fear not! Here are the five signs of aging around the eyes and some of the best eyelid wrinkles treatment options.The five signs of eye area a...

12

Dec

Is Sculptra Better Than Fillers?

Like other dermal fillers, Sculptra can transform your face by addressing sagging and loose facial skin. However, Sculptra is unique because it offers multiple anti-aging benefits, unlike most other fillers. Let’s look at the similarities and differences between Sculptra an...

15

Nov

What Is Preventative Self-Care?

It's no secret that the view of plastic surgery is beginning to change, especially among the younger generation. Many people misunderstand the origin of the term "plastic surgery." The meaning of the word "plastic" within this term refers to the Greek word plastikos, which means...

27

Sep

What’s An Oculoplastic Surgeon?

Dr. Flora Levin is a board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon, and her experience, having performed thousands of eyelid surgeries, sets her apart from general cosmetic surgeons.But what is an oculoplastic surgeon? An oculoplastic surgeon is an eye doctor with specialized trai...

31

Aug

Under-Eye Bags - Is Filler Really the Best Option?

Under-eye bags are a common problem that can be troublesome for people, both young and old. Younger people with under-eye bags generally have them due to genetics, lack of sleep, dehydration, or lifestyle factors, while older people may develop them as a natural part of the aging...

23

Aug

Top Benefits of Laser Hair Removal

Many people have hair on their bodies that they wish they could get rid of. Whether it’s on the legs, the face, or other parts of the body, people spend hours of their lives removing unwanted hair through shaving and waxing. Luckily, there is an easier way to maintain a hai...

26

Jul

Lasers – So Many Choices, Which One is Right for Me?

If you are considering skin rejuvenation with a laser treatment, it can get confusing! If you have trouble figuring out which laser treatment is best for your skin condition, let’s sort it out with some simple explanations.Ablative laser treatments“Ablative” l...

22

Jul

Periorbital Vein Laser

(POV Laser)Responsible for carrying blood to the heart, veins play a vital role in the overall health of the body. Nonetheless, having visible veins can have an impact on your aesthetic appeal. This is especially true for the area of delicate skin near and around the eyes.Perio...

13

Jun

Microneedling - What Are The Benefits?

If you’re noticing the signs of age appearing on your skin, including wrinkles and fine lines, discoloration, skin laxity and so on, you may have wondered about what microneedling can do for you.Microneedling is a highly effective, minimally-invasive anti-aging skin treatm...

23

May

Eyelid Surgery – Questions to Ask Your Surgeon

Eyelid surgery has been performed on patients for more than 100 years – but the surgery has made significant advances in recent years. Originally, the procedure was performed simply, the surgeon removing a section of skin, muscle, and fat. Surprisingly, some surgeons still...