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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.


How to Choose the Best Eyelid Plastic Surgeon in San Diego
If you’re searching for the best oculofacial plastic surgeon in San Diego, here’s what to look for.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Mar 154 min read
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How Botox Smooths Wrinkles: A Guide to Facial Muscles and Aging
Botox works by temporarily relaxing targeted facial muscles, thereby reducing the appearance of dynamic wrinkles formed by muscle movements.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Feb 95 min read
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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.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Jan 274 min read
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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.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Nov 14, 20242 min read
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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.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Oct 29, 20243 min read
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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?
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Sep 8, 20242 min read
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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.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Aug 8, 20243 min read
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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.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Jun 26, 20243 min read
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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...
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Aug 28, 20233 min read
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Why Choose an ASOPRS Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon for your Eyelid Surgery?
When it comes to eyelid surgery, choosing the right surgeon is crucial for ensuring the best possible results. While there are many...
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Feb 1, 20232 min read
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What is Cosmetic Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty?
Cosmetic upper eyelid blepharoplasty is a common procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the upper eyelids to improve the...
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Jan 29, 20232 min read
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Almond Eye Procedure and Lower Eyelid Lift (Lateral Canthoplasty and Lower Retraction Repair)
The attractive youthful eye typically has an almond-shaped appearance. The lateral canthus (the outer corner of the eye) is normally...
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Nov 25, 20222 min read
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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.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Oct 29, 20201 min read
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How to Treat a Stye: Incision and Drainage of a Chalazion
Treatment of styes is initiated with frequent warm compresses and/or topical medications. Non-resolving styes can be treated surgically.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Oct 10, 20202 min read
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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...
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Oct 3, 20203 min read
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You are my Patient; you are not my Client
When Dr. Abboud founded Oculofacial Surgical Arts, he founded it with the central philosophy that the services and the treatments we provide
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Oct 1, 20201 min read
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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.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Jul 30, 20202 min read
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The American Oculofacial Plastic Surgery Family Tree
All oculoplastic surgeons who have ever had a fellowship training in America can trace their lineage to 4 original giants in the field.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
Mar 23, 20201 min read
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