Training and board certification
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| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| College | Brigham Young University, undergraduate degree in Business |
| Medical school | Chicago Medical School |
| Internship and residency | General surgery, University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) |
| Plastic surgery training | Cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, University of Wisconsin |
- The site states no board certification and no society memberships.
- Dr. Parker is a Las Vegas native, per the same page.
Eyelid surgery work
- Blepharoplasty. The page describes removing fat, excess skin and muscle from the upper and lower eyelids, with the skin closed by fine sutures. The surgery is done under local anesthetic with intravenous sedation, with vital signs monitored throughout (eyelid surgery).
- Lower lid without skin removal. When no lower lid skin needs removal, Dr. Parker removes the bulging fat pads through a small incision inside the lower eyelid, leaving no visible scar. The page states this suits younger, more elastic skin and may be combined with chemical or laser resurfacing.
- Lateral canthoplasty. For a very lax lower lid, where skin removal could pull the lid down (ectropion), Dr. Parker may tighten the lid to the bone near the outer corner. The page states this can change eyelid shape, lengthens recovery and carries an additional fee.
- Consultation. The page lists a medical history, upper and lower eyelid exam, and possible tear duct and vision tests.
- Forehead lift (brow lift). The page describes descent of the upper third of the face and forehead lines; the scalp is closed by an open or endoscopic approach. Out-of-town patients should plan to stay locally for about 5 days (brow lift).
- Galleries. The upper blepharoplasty gallery shows 3 patient cases (upper gallery) and the lower blepharoplasty gallery shows 1 (lower gallery). The site has no brow lift gallery.
The site has no page for ptosis repair, double eyelid surgery or revision eyelid surgery.
Other procedures
The site lists facelift, rhinoplasty, ear surgery, facial implants, neck liposuction, mole removal and scar revision on the face, plus breast surgery, tummy tuck, liposuction, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, gynecomastia and med spa services (lvplasticsurgery.com).
Insurance and cost
The site publishes no eyelid surgery prices and makes no statement about insurance or Medicare. The eyelid page lists Alphaeon Credit and CareCredit financing and notes CareCredit is not eligible for the practice's cash discount.
Recovery
- Ice compresses for the first three days; rest, sleep propped up and limit reading, television and computer use for the first week.
- Swelling and bruising usually last ten to fourteen days; makeup can be applied after the first week.
- No contact lenses for about a week.
- No bending, lifting or sports for about six weeks; healing usually takes six weeks to three months.
- Back to work: most people return in a week; the FAQ advises two to three weeks for swelling to subside.
- Brow lift: swelling and bruising typically resolve in under 2 weeks; most patients return to work at one week or less.