Google Review from LA in Georgia:
“About 4 years ago, at age 41, I began to develop the most difficult kind of festoons – some loose skin, but also severe malar/cheek edema. It was in part genetic -several family members have aged this way. However it was aggravated by tear trough fillers I had done 5 years ago, and in addition to the festoons I had an odd lump under my left eye which was almost certainly due to the filler. Zero fat pad prolapse – that wasn’t my problem.
I did CO2 laser resurfacing for the excess skin. – it definitely helped, but the malar edema persisted, and I looked 55 years old, not 44.
I consulted with seven (7) plastic surgeons in my hometown. Most recommended a) transconjuctival lower bleph and/or b) more filler. A couple of them (very much to their credit) told me they couldn’t help me at all – malar edema being notoriously difficult to treat. A shocking couple of them mis-identified my problem as fat pad prolapse, even though bags were mostly down on my cheeks.
I then flew to NY to see Dr. Gupta. At my consultation with Dr Gupta, she listened very closely to my explanations, looked very closely at pictures I brought to the consultation, thoroughly/directly examined my eyes from multiple angles, and asked a ton of questions (eg, “what happens to them when you get on a plane?”).
I was clear with her that I had no tolerance for over-correction (I don’t need to look 15 years younger…I just wanted to look great for 44, but most importantly still look like myself). In turn, she was very clear with me on possible outcomes – this is not a layup, which is why many surgeons won’t do at all. She set very realistic expectations, and I chose her with confidence.
Dr Gupta did not disappoint. I had open lower bleph and direct festoon excision. Painless, excellent experience in office. And most importantly I look great two months later. Like myself, but better. Scars aren’t invisible just yet but still even with open procedures I looked great by 30 days, and even better at 60.
Her staff is also fantastic. They explained everything, answered my incessant questions patiently and knowledgeably, made the whole process seamless, and kept my husband comfortable and informed as he waited for me.
Highly recommend.”
Vitals Review from AB in Australia:
“I was suffering from an under eye condition known as ‘festoons’. I had tried a number of different remedies to try and eradicate them, without success. I came across Dr Lopa Gupta and was so impressed by her experience and knowledge of my condition. I am from Australia, and was unable to find anyone here who I felt confidently understood my condition, and how to treat it correctly. I travelled to New York from Australia for my procedure and it was well worth it, as I am absolutely thrilled with the results. I no longer constantly look tired and puffy. One of the many impressive things that stood out for me when viewing Dr Gupta’s before and after photos is how natural her work is. I find Dr Gupta and her staff so professional and caring.
Followup comments, almost 3 years postop:
I could not be more pleased with the results of the festoons treatment! They literally no longer exist on my face 🙂 No more puffiness and no lines across the top of my cheeks. I cannot thank Dr Gupta enough for the amazing result.
Highly recommend!”
Real Self Review:
“I had spoken to many plastic surgeons in the past about my festoons and was always told to have fillers to resolve the issue. I tried these methods to no avail. Dr Gupta was the first to mention lower eyelid surgery to remove the festoons instead of building up the area with fillers which actually made them look worse. I do believe she was correct!”
Google Review from EM in New York:
“I had eye surgery with Dr Gupta 8 days ago and already I am thrilled. Removal of festoons and a lower bleph (had original bleph done 20 years ago with another surgeon). It has only been 8 days since surgery and the improvement is already astonishing. Still a little swollen but I expect that will subside shortly.
Dr Gupta and her staff (Ann, Amelia etc.) are simply awesome. You don’t need to be a celeb or have tons of money to be treated with respect and the upmost care, additionally they take their time pre, during and post procedure to explain in detail what the approach, actual surgery and recovery entails. You never feel rushed or unimportant.
I had been for several consults with other surgeons on how to improve and resolve my eye issues and not one of them except Dr Gupta made any sense on their recommendations. One surgeon actually recommended fillers to make my already puffy, sagging and tired looking lower lids and festoons look better. IF i had gone that way, then I would be $3000-$4000 out of pocket for something (if it had even worked, which I highly doubt) that would have lasted a year. Crazy waste of time and money.
I would highly recommend a consult with this team if you are having issues with your eyes.”
Google Review from BF in New York:
“Over the last several years, I developed large dark bags under my eyes. I began to look tired even though I had plenty of energy. Many of my clients remarked that I looked very exhausted. I even heard comments like, “it looks like you need a good nights sleep.” I knew they were reacting to my eyes. I tried tropical treatments, concealers, coverups, and creams which either didn’t help or only made it look worse.
I consulted with Dr. Lopa Gupta, and she recommended two procedures that would address my problem – a lower lid blephoplasty and direct festoon repair. Dr. Gupta showed me before and after pictures of similar cases and I was sold. Just 2 weeks after the surgery, I already look so much better. The surgery was a success. My eyes are continuing to improve over time and I couldn’t be happier.
I highly recommend Dr. Gupta. She is an expert’s expert in her field. She made me feel comfortable and reassured, and her staff is excellent. She is now on my short list of trusted medical practitioners.”