Oculofacial Surgery Blog

Wondering if eyelid surgery is right for you? The only way to know for sure is to visit an experienced eyelid surgeon. Dr. Basil Pakeman will assess your eyelids and facial skin, and dedicate one-on-one time to you to discuss the changes you would like to see and your expectations of surgery. In the meantime, […]

If you are considering cosmetic surgery, you are probably wondering about the cost of the procedure you are interested in. Cost is a major consideration and decision-making factor for just about every cosmetic surgery patient. At , we want to make sure you understand all aspects of the procedure you are interested in before making […]

If you are preparing to meet with and choose a cosmetic surgeon in City, you are probably wondering how best to prepare for the consultation. Below we’ve listed a selection of questions you may want to ask the cosmetic surgeon: Are you certified by the Royal College of Surgeons or any American medical boards? If […]

Are you wondering if a browlift is the right way to rejuvenate the appearance of your face? If so, we encourage you to come to a consultation with experienced Manhattan cosmetic surgeon Dr. Basil Pakeman. We also invite you to view our browlift before & after photos to get an idea of results we have […]

Eyelid surgery can be performed on the upper eyelids and on the lower eyelids. Commonly referred to as eyelid surgery, blepharoplasty is a procedure that is often considered cosmetic because it promotes a more youthful appearance. However, eyelid surgery is also often completed for non-cosmetic reasons. For example, if a patient’s eyelids are interfering with his […]

A butt lift is a great way to get the attractive, shapely derriere you want. A curvaceous butt is one of today’s most coveted physical features, and has been made a hot commodity by female celebrities like Beyonce. With the Brazilian Butt Lift technique, you can have not only a beautiful butt shape but also […]

SmartLipo is an innovative fat preparation system that leads to a more efficient, less invasive liposuction procedure. SmartLipo is known as laser-assisted liposuction because it uses a laser to melt and liquefy fat cells prior to removal with suction. The device also coagulates blood vessels so that the procedure involves less bleeding, bruising and swelling. […]

BOTOX® Cosmetic can effectively soften lines on your face caused by the repeated action of certain muscles over the years. Whenever you smile, laugh, frown or make other facial express, the muscular contraction creates folds in your skin. Over time, the repeated folding of the skin can form deep lines that don’t go away when […]

Are you considering your options for rejuvenating your face? The fact is, there are a wide variety of options both surgical and non-surgical to enhance and restore the youthfulness of your face. Some of these treatments include: Facelift Eyelid surgery Brow lift BOTOX® Contour threads Cosmetic skin care These services can fulfill a wide range […]

In short, yes, eyelid surgery does leave scars, but these scars are virtually impossible to see. Please see our before-and-after gallery to see real-life results of some of Dr. Basil Pakeman’s eyelid surgery patients. The location of the scars depends on where the incisions are made to perform the blepharoplasty procedure: Upper eyelids: Incisions are […]