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Jul 24

Many types of scars can form on the skin. Patients in and around New York City may be faced with scarring on the face or body that can make them feel self-conscious. When problems such as this occur due to scars, it is important for patients to learn about effective scar treatments that can reduce […]

Jul 24

It is common for Dr. Edmund Kwan, MD to see children or adult patients who are struggling with scars and are seeking surgery to help them remove them or reduce their appearance. Patients in NY have seen the team at Dr. Edmund Kwan, M.D. to educate themselves about the treatments available for reducing or eliminating […]

Jul 24

Scars may be the result of a wound, surgical procedure, or an injury. Depending on the way the wound heals, it may develop into a very unsightly scar. Some can become extremely obvious and unsightly, especially when they develop on areas of the skin that are exposed. This affects the appearance and self-confidence of those […]

Jul 24

Scar revision consists of a precise surgical procedure that will reduce the appearance of a scar or scars. Scar revision may be performed on most scars, located on any part of the body. A scar may be reduced in appearance or removed altogether using advanced techniques that preserve the condition of the skin as much […]

Jul 24

A common complaint of patients of Asian descent or those who are dealing with the signs of aging is upper eyelid ptosis. Dr. Edmund Kwan, MD of NYC sees many patients with drooping upper eyelids who want to reduce the obstruction of their vision. In most cases, patients can have a surgical procedure in which […]

Jul 24

Patients dealing with a drooping upper eyelid may be diagnosed with ptosis of the eyelid. Dr. Edmund Kwan, MD of NYC is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon who provides a way to address a drooping eyelid to improve the appearance of the face and vision. It can have a dramatic effect on the way patients […]

Jul 24

When patients are dealing with a drooping upper eyelid, they may be suffering from a condition known as eyelid ptosis. What is eyelid ptosis? Eyelid ptosis is the medical term for excess skin and dropping of the upper eyelid that can affect the vision as well as one’s aesthetic appearance. It may be bothersome in […]

Jul 24

Eyelid drooping is a condition that can result in sagging skin of the eyelid that may even obstruct one’s vision. This droopy eyelid is often caused by the levator muscle that may reduce and limit control. This condition is often seen in Asian patients but can occur to anyone, especially aging individuals who are experiencing […]

Jul 24

Blepharoplasty, an eyelid surgery, is generally performed on patients who are well into their 30s or even in their 40s. However, in a technical sense, this surgery can be performed at any age. There are no specific age restrictions for undergoing blepharoplasty. In rare cases, five or six year old kids may also need to […]

Jul 24

Men and women affected by the effects of time and age may find that their eyes are no longer as bright and vibrant as they once were. This is often due to the loosening of skin and muscle around the eye, which then allows small fatty deposits beneath the skin to become highly visible. Some […]

Jul 24

Blepharoplasty is a surgery involving the eyelid area. The area around the eyes is among the earliest portions of the face to show signs of aging. Crow’s feet or bags under the eyes and saggy upper eyelids are the typical conditions that make the face appear older. Skin on the eyelids is one of the […]

Jul 24

A patient who chooses the blepharoplasty procedure should have a clear idea that the eyes are the most delicate and perhaps the most precious external organ of the human body. Any surgery that is carried out around the eyes is inherently a highly sensitive surgery. Therefore, it must be performed only by a very experienced […]