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Oculofacial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is a highly specialized area of ophthalmology (eye surgery).

As board certified ophthalmologists and specialty trained Oculofacial or Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Klapper and Dr. Bacorn treat disorders, injuries, and other abnormalities of the eyelids, eyebrow, tear duct system, orbit (eye socket), and adjacent areas of the mid and upper face.

Many of the surgeries that Dr. Klapper and Dr. Bacorn routinely perform are listed along the left side of this page. Go to the surgical procedure or treatment area that interests you.

Before Female pre-op blepharoplasty with excess upper eyelid skin
After Female post-op blepharoplasty with improved upper eyelid skin

Blepharoplasty

Upper and lower eyelid blepharoplasty
Before Female pre-op brow lift with drooping brow accentuating excess upper eyelid skin
After Female post-op brow lift demonstrating well positioned brows and lids.

Brow & Forehead Lifting

Endoscopic forehead lift and upper eyelid blepharoplasty
Before Female pre-op ptosis with drooping left upper eyelid
After Female post-op ptosis with improved eyelid position.

Ptosis Repair

Left upper eyelid ptosis (droopy eyelid)
Before Male thyroid eye disease patient pre-op showing right upper eyelid retraction and asymmetry.
After Male thyroid disease patient post-op eyelid retraction repair demonstrating eyelid symmetry

Thyroid Eye Disease

Orbital Decompression and Eyelid Retraction Repair for Thyroid Eye Disease
  • "I could tell you 'Thank you' a million times and it still would not be enough to repay you for what you did for us! We very much appreciate you for taking great care of our son."
    — Beth —
  • "A quick note of thanks for all of your efforts on my behalf in regard to my eyebrow work. Your entire organization deserves an A+ from my experience."
    — Walter —
  • "In a time of fear, chaos, and pain you have provided us with some much needed comfort and reassurance. We appreciate the opportunity to have become your patient."
    — Kelly —
  • "I love the way I look after only 3 months and I have had amazed looks and interesting and positive comments from friends and family. Thank you so much for your wonderful care."
    — Judy —
  • "Just wanted to let you know how much we appreciate all you've done for our family, especially our son. You are according to him, AWESOME!"
    — Max's family —
  • "I've never had such a good time in surgery. I want to thank everyone who cared for me, but a very special thanks to Dr. Klapper."
    — Linda —
  • "I just wanted to say thank you for my new eyes. I can't believe the difference that it has made. You were all so kind and I appreciate your patience. You are the best!"
    — Vicki —
  • "You are so patient with all my many questions, and you deserve many plaudits for your warm and friendly 'bedside manner' and your ability to explain so well."
    — Faye —

Klapper Eyelid & Facial Plastic Surgery treats disorders, injuries, and other abnormalities of the eyelids, eyebrow, tear duct system, eye socket, and adjacent areas of the mid and upper face.

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