Brow Lift Surgery in Manhattan
Brow lift surgery is a great way to rejuvenate the upper 1/3 of the face. In fact, many patients seeking eyelid surgery would benefit more from a brow lift than just "doing their eyes." The aging brow takes on a "tired" and sometimes "angry" look. Furrows between the eyes appear, transverse forehead lines develop, and the eyebrows descend. A properly performed brow lift can treat these complaints without creating a "startled-look." Dr. Wallach uses the most modern techniques and for many patients he can perform this using three to five small incisions behind the hairline using a small television camera called an endoscope. This eliminates the more traditional incision that extends from ear to ear across the scalp. The surgical procedure usually takes between 1-2 hours with a recuperation time of 7-10 days.
Eyelid Surgery in Manhattan
Eyelid surgery is a great "eye-opener" for many patients and should not be confused with the rejuvenation performed with a brow lift (see Brow Lift Surgery section). The youthful, natural looking eye is essential to provide harmony with the rest of the face; it is often the first area requested to be treated. It can be done in conjunction with other face rejuvenating procedures. Dr. Wallach recreates a natural looking youthful eye by removing only necessary fat and skin from the upper and lower lids. He tries to conserve as much of the soft tissue in and around the eye to prevent the "hollowed-eye" look which is a sign of aging. Dr. Wallach will often treat the lower eyelids using an incision on the inside of the lid. The surgical procedure usually takes between 1-2 hours to perform with a recuperation time of about 7-10 days.
Facelift in Manhattan
No one patient undergoes the same exact facelift. It is very important when performing the surgery to avoid creating "telltale" signs, or unfavorable looking results that make the face appear "unnatural." This would include distortion of the ear shape, hairline and/or sideburn. Dr. Wallach usually works on the deeper layers of the face to provide the so-called "lift" and create a "natural" result. The deeper tissues of the face are mobilized to recreate the soft tissue appearance of a youthful face. Most importantly, he does not "pull' on the skin which can result in a distortion of the face. He uses the analogy of a bed to describe this. The deeper tissue of the face is like the mattress of a bed and the skin is like a sheet covering the mattress. In order to smooth out the bumps in the mattress, or improve the contour of the face you have to work on the mattress, or the deeper tissues of the face. Dr. Wallach always tries to provide the maximum result with the minimum amount of incisions. Therefore, some patients may undergo a short- scar facelift (mini-facelift) to improve their neck and jowls while others may require a more involved procedure that improves the neck, jowls, and cheeks as well. The surgical procedure usually takes between 2 and 4 hours to perform. The recuperation is from 1-2 weeks. Dr. Wallach has presented at national meetings and published articles on this subject in peer-reviewed journals.
Otoplasty in Manhattan
Corrective ear surgery whether it is for prominent ears or for one of several ear deformities is a relatively straightforward procedure that can change the size and shape of the ear. This is most commonly performed on young children during early school years but it is not uncommon to perform it on older patients. Incisions can be placed either behind the ear or in a crease within the ear. The ear cartilage can then be treated by removing a portion of it or folding it on itself and securing it in position with sutures. The surgical procedure usually takes 2-3 hours to perform and the recuperation takes about 1 week. The actual techniques applied are dependent upon the nature of the deformity. Dr. Wallach has published an article on this subject in a peer-reviewed journal.
Rhinoplasty in Manhattan
Nasal surgery has evolved over the years from a "cookie cutter, one-type fits all" procedure to now individualizing the surgery to provide a natural result while also maintaining or improving breathing for most patients. This may mean removing a bump on the nose or refining the tip shape in some patients. There are some patients that have a "flat and wide" nose that may need narrowing of the nose or even raising of the profile of the nose. The surgical procedure usually takes between 1-2 hours with a recuperation of 1-2 weeks. Dr. Wallach has presented at national meetings and published papers on rhinoplasty in peer-reviewed journals.I