06

May

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Facial Spasms and Paralysis: Understanding Causes, Treatments, and Solutions

Facial spasms and facial paralysis can be unsettling symptoms that affect both appearance and everyday function. Because the face relies on a complex network of muscles and nerves, even subtle disruptions can cause visible asymmetry, involuntary movements, or difficulty with blin...

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13

Apr

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Understanding BBL's Role in Managing Chronic Dry Eye: Beyond the Basics

Chronic dry eye rarely stems from a simple lack of moisture. In many cases, it reflects underlying inflammation and dysfunction within the eyelids themselves. At New York Eye and Face Oculoplastic Surgery, Dr. Anaïs Carniciu, MD, an ASOPRS-certified oculofacial plastic surge...

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10

Apr

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What Is Xanthelasma?

At New York Eye and Face Oculoplastic Surgery, Dr. Anaïs Carniciu, MD, a board-certified and ASOPRS-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon, focuses exclusively on the delicate anatomy of the eyes and face. That level of specialization is especially important when subtle chang...

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24

Mar

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BOTOX for Eye Asymmetry: When a Cosmetic Treatment Requires an Oculofacial Specialist

A subtle difference in eyelid height, brow position, or eye openness can change how alert, rested, or confident someone appears. Patients often notice it most in photos or during animation, when one eye seems heavier or less expressive than the other. New York Eye & Face view...

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29

Jan

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Dark Circles Under the Eyes: Causes, Treatments, and How to Get Rid of Them

Dark circles under the eyes are a frequent concern for patients at New York Eye and Face because the under-eye area is delicate, anatomically complex, and quick to show signs of fatigue or aging. As a board-certified, ASOPRS-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon, Dr. Anaïs C...

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29

Jan

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Dr. Anaïs Carniciu Recognized as a Westchester Top Doctor for 2025

Recognition in medicine carries the most weight when it comes from those who understand the work firsthand. In 2025, Dr. Anaïs Carniciu was named a Westchester Top Doctor, a distinction based on peer evaluation and rigorous review that recognizes physicians whose clinical ju...

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29

Jan

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Dr. Anaïs Carniciu Named a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2026

Trust is earned through disciplined training, consistent outcomes, and the kind of physician-patient relationship that makes you feel genuinely cared for. We're proud to share that Dr. Anaïs Carniciu has been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for 2026, w...

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05

Jan

Upneeq: The Non-Surgical Solution to Drooping Eyelids and Tired Eyes

Drooping eyelids, medically known as ptosis, affect countless individuals and can make you appear older, more fatigued, or less alert than you actually feel. The good news is there's now a non-surgical solution available. Upneeq is an FDA-approved prescription eye drop that lifts...

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05

Jan

Are Your Puffy Eyes From Allergies, or Something More?

Puffy or swollen eyelids can be frustrating, especially when they make you look tired even on days when you feel completely alert. While seasonal allergies are a frequent cause, they are far from the only reason this concern develops. At New York Eye and Face, award-winning, ASOP...

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18

Dec

Blepharoplasty and CO₂ Laser Resurfacing: The Ultimate Duo for Eye Rejuvenation

The eyes age in more than one plane. Skin thins and wrinkles, fat shifts forward, lids become heavy, and texture becomes crepey or sun-damaged. No single procedure can correct all of these changes at once, which is why the most exceptional results often come from combining blepha...

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02

Dec

When to Choose Filler, and When to Skip It: An Oculoplastic Surgeon’s Honest Take on Eye Rejuvenation

Filler can be an effective tool for brightening tired eyes, softening hollows, and restoring a subtle, youthful volume to the face. However, when it comes to the delicate periorbital area, not every concern can, or should, be addressed with injectable products. Some patients achi...

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21

Oct

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How Aging Affects the Eyes: Understanding the Role of Skin Laxity in Eyelid Drooping

Led by Dr. Anaïs Carniciu, board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon, ASOPRS-certified eyelid specialist, President of the Westchester County Medical Society, and educator at the New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, we focus exclusively on the delicate anatomy ...

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