Dr. Fata's Plastic Surgery Blog

Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is used to improve the appearance of the upper and lower eyelids. Upper eyelid surgery can be used to gently lift eyebrows and create a more alert appearance. Lower eyelid surgery can be used to eliminate puffy skin and dark circles from underneath the eyes, helping to produce a smooth, clear, and rested appearance.

Dry eye syndrome is a medical condition that occurs when the eyes cannot produce adequate tears to maintain moisture levels. There are myriad causes of dry eye syndrome, including medication use, environmental factors, and...

Is it possible to get back to "normal" within 24 hours of breast augmentation surgery. We think so. Dr. Fata has incorporated advanced techniques into his practice - both surgical and post-surgical - to help ensure the most pleasing recovery experience. Contact our Indianapolis office today to schedule your consultation and learn more.

Your initial consultation is your opportunity to discuss your concerns and ask questions about the treatments that may help you reach your goals. It gives your plastic surgeon an opportunity to provide you with honest answers and useful information that can help you decide if a procedure is right for your needs.

During each consultation, plastic surgeons are presented with a choice: be honest and upfront with the patient or tell the patient what they want to hear. These are not always mutually exclusive. In fact, many times they are the same thing. It is, however, the ethical duty of the surgeon to choose honesty in every...

Breast implants are designed to add volume to the chest, improve breast symmetry, and generally enhance the bust. Some older breast implant models may produce these results for 10 or more years. Newer options, such as form-stable implants, may retain their shape and feel even longer, but no breast implant is meant to last forever.

If you have saline breast implants, one of the biggest signs indicating a need for replacement is deflation. Silicone implants do not lose volume as rapidly as saline when ruptured. Slow leaks may need to be detected through...