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San Diego oculofacial plastic surgeon, Dr. Jean-Paul Abboud, shares his insights and expertise on topics related to oculoplastic surgery, cosmetic facial plastic surgery, eyelid lifts, blepharoplasty, facial aesthetics, Botox and fillers, and looking your best. He also offers tips on getting through your facial and eyelid plastic surgical procedure safely and with the best outcome.


Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Jan 274 min read
The Art and Science of Internal/Transblepharoplasty Browpexy
A browpexy is a minimally invasive surgical technique that stabilizes & repositions the brow through the same incision as a blepharoplasty.
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Nov 14, 20242 min read
How to Get Rid of Under Eye Bags Part I: Managing the Fat
These are the 3 main ways fat can be managed during lower eyelid blepharoplasty to get rid of under eye bags.
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Oct 29, 20243 min read
Why Dissolving Under Eye Fillers Is Essential Before Eyelid Surgery
If you’re contemplating eyelid surgery and have had under eye fillers, dissolving them beforehand can make a meaning difference.
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Sep 8, 20242 min read
Wrinkles Around the Eyes: The Most Common Types and How to Treat Them
What are these wrinkles around my eyes and how can I treat them?
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Aug 8, 20243 min read
Understanding Festoons: Causes, Treatments, and Success Stories
Festoons (malar mounds) are swollen, bag-like formations on the lower eyelids and upper cheeks that can give the face a tired appearance.
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Jun 26, 20243 min read
The Power of 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) in Aesthetic Medicine: Reducing Scar Tissue for Improved Outcomes
In aesthetic medicine, 5-FU has been used for treating hypertrophic scars, keloids, and other problematic scars.
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Oct 4, 20231 min read
San Diego's Most Inspiring Stories: Interview in SDVoyager Magazine
I am beyond thrilled to announce that I've been interviewed by SDVoyager Magazine and featured among San Diego's Most Inspiring Stories!
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Aug 28, 20233 min read
How to Get Rid of Under Eye Bags: Causes and Effective Solutions
Are you tired of those pesky under-eye bags that seem to have taken up permanent residence? Don't worry, you're not alone. Under-eye bags...
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Oct 29, 20201 min read
What is an Epiblepharon? And how do I Repair Them?
Epiblepharon is a condition in which an eyelid muscle and an extra roll of skin push the eyelashes upwards toward the eye.
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Oct 3, 20203 min read
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery Revision: Why you Should Trust your Eyelids to an Oculoplastic Surgeon
There is a good number of patients I see in my practice who seek my expertise to revise poor outcomes of previous eyelid surgery and...
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Jul 30, 20202 min read
Skin Marking in Cosmetic Upper Blepharoplasty
Marking of the eyelid skin for excision is arguably the most important step in cosmetic eyelid surgery and blepharoplasty.
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Mar 22, 20203 min read
What causes the appearance of a droopy upper eyelid?
A droopy upper eyelid is due to either excess upper eyelid skin (dermatochalasis) often with herniation of eyelid fat (steatoblepharon); des
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Dec 7, 20194 min read
"Are you a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon?"
Dr. Abboud discusses his qualifications and board certification as an oculofacial plastic surgeon.
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Jean-Paul Abboud, M.D., Ph.D.
Oct 15, 20185 min read
10 things you need to know before considering cosmetic lower eyelid blepharoplasty
10 things you need to know before considering cosmetic lower eyelid blepharoplasty (aka under eye bag surgery).
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Jean-Paul Abboud, M.D., Ph.D.
Sep 25, 20181 min read
What is Male Blepharoplasty?
Male blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery for men) is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures for men.
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Jean-Paul Abboud, M.D., Ph.D.
Aug 30, 20185 min read
10 things you need to know before considering cosmetic upper eyelid blepharoplasty
10 things you need to know before considering cosmetic upper eyelid blepharoplasty (aka eye lift or eyelid lift surgery).
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