Surgical

Upper Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

This 76 year-old man saw Dr. Marc Polacco with concerns of upper eyelid hooding. He felt that he appeared tired, even when was not tired at all. Dr. Polacco performed an upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) in order to reduce the amount of upper lid skin, giving him a more rested yet natural appearance. Male blepharoplasty must be conservative to avoid feminizing
the patient or instilling a “surprised” look. Post-operative photographs were obtained 4 weeks after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Ear Correction Surgery (Otoplasty)

This is a 26 year-old woman who was concerned about the prominence of her ears. She had been self-conscious her whole life about them, but with her wedding only a few months away, she wanted explore her options. She saw Dr. Marc Polacco who performed an otoplasty or ear pinning procedure. Using an incision hidden behind the ear, Dr. Polacco pinned back her ear with sutures, creating an antihelical fold that is normally present, but often absent or inadequately formed in individuals with prominent ears. Post-operative photograph was taken 6 weeks after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Lower Blepharoplasty

This 65 year-old woman presented to Dr. Polacco wanting the bags under her eyes removed. Using an incision on the inside of the lower eyelid, the fat pads were reduced in size, creating less puffiness. A careful amount of skin excess was also removed, with the incision camouflaged along the eyelashes. Post-operative photograph was taken one month after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Upper Blepharoplasty

This 55 year-old woman presented to Dr. Polacco frustrated that excess skin of her upper eyelids made her appear tired. Moreover, she was frustrated that mascara would often smear on the upper eyelid skin. Dr. Polacco performed an upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) to remove excess skin, but also keep a natural appearance. Post-operative photograph was taken two months after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Upper Blepharoplasty

A 52 year-old woman presented with upper eyelid hooding and was frustrated that it made her appear tired or even upset. Dr. Polacco performed an upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), which softened her appearance. She is planning to undergo a brow lift as a second stage procedure, although we often combine them in appropriate candidates. Post-operative photograph was taken 4 weeks after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Upper Blepharoplasty

This 37 year-old nurse had tried addressing a “tired look” around her eyes with various eye creams and botox since she was in her 20s. After her consultation, it was decided that surgery would be needed to give the brighter appearance she was aiming for. In about an hour, using only local numbing, Dr. Polacco performed an upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). Post-operative photograph was taken 2 months after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Lower Blepharoplasty

This 42 year-old woman presented with a concern of lower eyelid hollowing and shadowing. Dr. Polacco performed a lower blepharoplasty with fat transposition, as well as midface fat grafting to account for volume loss. Post-operative photograph was taken 5 weeks after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Temporal Brow Lift

This 80 year-old wanted a solution to help lift her brows. She wanted a dramatic peak laterally, and thus a temporal brow lift was decided upon during her consultation. This surgery not only lifts the eyebrows, but also will help distribute excess upper eyelid skin as well. Post-operative photograph was taken 4 weeks after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Facelift

This 50 year-old patient wanted a treatment that would address her lower face and neck. Non-invasive treatments were discussed, but ultimately, she wanted to move forward with a face and neck lift. We were able to obtain a result that appears refreshed but also non-operated. Post-operative photograph was taken 6 weeks after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

 

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Facelift

This 81 year-old patient underwent a facelift, upper blepharoplasty, and laser resurfacing with Dr. Polacco. This combination often can dial the clock back 10 – 20 years by addressing tissue descent and texture. Post-operative photographs were taken 2 weeks after surgery. Redness of incisions and the face are secondary to being early in the healing process. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Open Rhinoplasty

This 20 year-old patient presented to Dr. Polacco for a cosmetic rhinoplasty. Having a slender, athletic frame, she felt that her nose was not proportionate. Her main goals were a smaller nose with a “cute tip.” Using an open approach, Dr. Polacco reduced the dorsum, deprojected the nose, and rotated the tip. Post-operative photographs were taken 3 weeks after surgery, and the tip is expected to drop, as well as swelling continue to resolve. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Open Rhinoplasty

This 40 year-old patient presented to Dr. Polacco for a cosmetic and functional revision rhinoplasty. He had a septorhinoplasty a year prior, but he felt that his nose had an irregular contour, and his ability to breathe through his nose worsened. Using an open approach with cartilage grafts from his remaining septum, Dr. Polacco was able to give his nose a smoother aesthetic, as well as improve his ability to breathe. Post-operative photographs were taken 4 weeks after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Revision Rhinoplasty

This 39 year-old patient presented to Dr. Polacco for a cosmetic and functional revision rhinoplasty. She had undergone a rhinoplasty about a year prior in order to remove some of her dorsal bump, however she was left with a twisted nasal tip, a pocket of retracted skin inside the nose, and severe nasal obstruction. Using cartilage remaining from her septum, Dr. Polacco was able to straighten her nose, refine the profile, and greatly improve airflow. Post-operative photos were obtained 1 month following surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Revision Rhinoplasty

This 34 year-old patient presented to Dr. Polacco for a cosmetic and functional revision rhinoplasty. She had undergone a rhinoplasty about a year prior but developed complications of nasal obstruction, as well as tip ptosis and a saddle nose deformity. Due to the severity of scarring and cartilage weakness present, Dr. Polacco used a small section of the cartilaginous part of one of her ribs to help reconstruct the nose. This achieved not only a better cosmetic appearance, but also greatly enhanced her breathing ability. Post-operative photos were obtained 2 months following surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Necklift

A 68 year-old woman presented to Dr. Polacco wanting to address heaviness in her neck. She explained that she had always had a full neck, but that over time skin began to sag more. She underwent a neck lift which improved definition. Post-operative photographs were obtained 8 weeks after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Necklift

A 68 year-old woman presented to Dr. Polacco wanting to address heaviness in her neck. She explained that she had always had a full neck, but that over time skin began to sag more. She underwent a neck lift which improved definition. Post-operative photographs were obtained 8 weeks after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD

Revision Lip Lift

This 53 year-old patient presented to Dr. Polacco for a revision lip lift. She had had a lift about 5 years prior, but felt that she didn’t quite get enough lift and tooth show. Using an incision camouflaged under the nose, her lip was shortened, resulting in a more youthful appearance and slight pout. Post-operative photographs were taken 4 weeks after surgery. Photos presented with patient consent. Results may vary.

Performed by Dr. Marc Polacco, MD