HOW TO CHOOSE AN EYELID SURGEON 8 STEPS TO FIND THE RIGHT DOCTOR
6 you’re happy with the surgeon’s approach to lifting or removing eyelid skin and see where the incisions will be placed. No. 6: Discuss anesthesia options and determine where the surgeon would perform your procedure. Ensure you’re comfortable with the sedation method and research the facility to ensure they also have good reviews. No. 7: Understand the cost and time commitment. Never go into surgery without understanding what you’ll pay and whether there will be follow-up appointment fees. No. 8: Trust your instincts! Remember, this is your face. Never let anyone pressure you into a decision. You should feel entirely comfortable with the surgeon you choose. If they haven’t effectively gained your trust, find another provider. 7
3 No. 3: Read reviews online. How other patients feel about their experience and results will help you decide which surgeons may be worth pursuing and which to avoid. No. 4: Schedule a consultation to review your goals and ask questions. Remember you are not locked into the first surgeon you see — you have the right to shop around. During the consultation, you should analyze the surgeon’s ability to communicate effectively, build rapport, and address your concerns. No. 5: Review before and after photographs of the procedure you need. No two faces are the same, so these photographs cannot definitively predict your results. But they can help you understand whether 4 should also have continued on to be fellowship trained in eyelid plastic and reconstructive surgery.
People deeply cherish their eyesight and personal appearance, so they’re often anxious after learning they need eyelid surgery. The procedure will affect how they see and look for years to come. How can they be sure of the outcome? There are no certainties in life, but finding an eyelid surgeon you trust is crucial. A skilled eyelid surgeon can answer your questions, alleviate your fears, and make you feel comfortable about your choice to pursue surgery. Here are eight things you should do before selecting your surgeon. No. 1: Ask for referrals from your primary eye doctor. They likely have trusted partners they’ve worked with for years and can give you a great starting point.
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No. 2: Research the surgeon’s credentials to ensure they are board certified in ophthalmology. They
GINGER PORK STIR-FRY Inspired by TasteOfHome.com
INGREDIENTS • 1 tbsp cornstarch • 1 cup orange juice • 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 tbsp canola oil • 1 small onion, sliced • 1/4 lb fresh snow peas • 1/2 sweet red pepper, julienned • Cooked rice • Green onion, chopped (optional) • Sesame seeds (optional)
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• 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1/4 tsp ground ginger • 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into thin strips
DIRECTIONS
“No! Try not. Do. Or do not. There is no try.” –Yoda
1. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch, orange juice, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger until smooth; set aside. 2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, stir-fry pork in oil until lightly browned, about 4–5 minutes. Remove pork and add onion, peas, and red pepper. Cook until crisp-tender, about 3–5 minutes. 3. Stir in orange juice mixture and pork. Bring to a boil, and then cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve over rice. Garnish with green onion and sesame seeds, if desired.
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