Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
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.
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THE OCULOFACIAL SURGICAL ARTIST'S BLOG
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.
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Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
- Oct 3, 2020
- 3 min
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
- Jul 30, 2020
- 2 min
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
- Apr 10, 2020
- 1 min
What is a Kissing Nevus of the Eyelids?
A kissing nevus is a congenital lesion that appears to be “split” by the upper and lower eyelid.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
- Apr 9, 2020
- 3 min
What is Epiphora and Why are my Eyes Watery?
Epiphora (watery eyes) is a condition characterized by excessive tearing of the eye and constant overflow of tears onto the face.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
- Mar 30, 2020
- 1 min
What is Hemifacial Spasm?
Hemifacial spasm is a disorder of the nervous system in which the eyelid and facial muscles on one side of the face frequently twitch.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
- Mar 23, 2020
- 1 min
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 22, 2020
- 3 min
What causes the appearance of a droopy upper eyelid?
A droopy upper eyelid is due to either excess upper eyelid skin (dermatochalasis) often with herniation of eyelid fat (steatoblepharon); des
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
- Jan 16, 2020
- 2 min
What is Blepharophimosis Syndrome?
Blepharophimosis, ptosis, epicanthus inversus syndrome is a rare inherited eyelid syndrome that presents with four major facial features.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
- Dec 28, 2019
- 2 min
Lip Augmentation and Enhancement: Anatomy of a Perfect Pout
The goal of rejuvenating the lips is to restore lost volume & definition while maintaining natural & aesthetically-pleasing lip proportions.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
- Dec 7, 2019
- 4 min
"Are you a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon?"
Dr. Abboud discusses his qualifications and board certification as an oculofacial plastic surgeon.
Jean-Paul Abboud, M.D., Ph.D.
- Nov 3, 2019
- 2 min
Humanitarian Work
Dr. Abboud chronicles his most recent medical mission trip to San Cristóbal de Las Casas in Chiapas, Mexico.
Jean-Paul Abboud, M.D., Ph.D.
- Dec 31, 2018
- 1 min
What is an Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon?
An Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon is a doctor who specializes in cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery of the eyelids, brows, and face.
Jean-Paul Abboud, M.D., Ph.D.
- Aug 20, 2018
- 1 min
What is an Eyelid Ectropion?
Eyelid ectropion is a condition in which the eyelid turns outward.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
- Aug 15, 2018
- 1 min
Manual of Oculoplastic Surgery
Dr. Abboud is a contributing author to the 5th edition of Manual of Oculoplastic Surgery.
Jean-Paul Abboud, MD, PhD
- Aug 9, 2018
- 2 min
Meet Dr. Abboud
Dr. Jean-Paul Abboud is a fellowship-trained Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in San Diego, CA.
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