Questions & answers
FAQ
25 questions
General
- When will I be able to go out in public after a surgery?
- How can I heal faster after a brow lift or blepharoplasty?
- Do I need general anesthesia for brow lift or eyelid surgery?
- Can I still undergo eyelid surgery if I have dry eyes?
- I prefer wearing contacts, how long do I need to wait after eyelid surgery before I can wear them again?
- I’m traveling from out of town–when can I fly back home after surgery?
- I don’t live in the Los Angeles area, so I’d prefer a virtual consultation but is it better to do it in person?
- What is the best age to undergo eyelid or brow lift surgery?
- How long do the results of eyelid and brow lift surgery last?
- How will eyelid scars look after surgery?
- How do I hide eyelid scars?
- What is Oculoplastic Surgery?
- Why should I seek consultation for my eyelids and/or eye socket with Dr. Zoumalan?
- Does Dr. Zoumalan also perform non-surgical cosmetic procedures?
- What should I expect at my preoperative visit for my upcoming surgery?
- What should I expect on the day of my surgery?
- What should I expect after undergoing surgery in terms of recovery and pain control?
- What are the risks and complications to my surgery?
- What are blunt-tipped microcannulas and when are they used?
- For non-surgical cosmetic procedures (fillers, etc): Is the procedure painful and should I expect bruising?
- For non-surgical cosmetic procedures: If I’m not happy with the results, is the procedure reversible?
- What are the risks associated with non-surgical cosmetic procedures?
- When can I resume my activities and what are general post care instructions for my non-surgical cosmetic procedures?
- What are the risks and complications to cosmetic eye surgery?
- Does insurance cover my procedures?
6 questions
Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty FAQs
- What causes hooded eyelids and how does upper eyelid blepharoplasty help?
- Will my eye shape change after an eyelid lift?
- My eyes are uneven, will an upper eyelid blepharoplasty make them symmetrical?
- Do scars result from an upper lid blepharoplasty procedure?
- What can I do to heal scars from an upper lid blepharoplasty procedure?
- Where is the incision in the upper eyelids performed for upper eyelid blepharoplasty?
3 questions
Lower Lid Blepharoplasty FAQS
2 questions
Ptosis Surgery FAQS
About Dr. Zoumalan
Dr. Christopher Zoumalan is a board-certified ophthalmologist and ASOPRS fellowship-trained oculoplastic surgeon in Beverly Hills, specializing in aesthetic and reconstructive oculoplastic surgery. Dr. Zoumalan is passionate about helping patients reach their ideal aesthetic and restore functionality with the leading cosmetic eyelid surgery, reconstructive eyelid surgery, and non-surgical cosmetic procedures. Dr. Zoumalan has been featured on several television shows and has traveled the world as a trusted oculoplastic specialist.