Trust In The Process How Dr. Scott Gained Susan’s Confidence

Any doctor must work hard to gain Susan’s trust. “I ask a lot of questions because I like to know the details,” she says. So, she was immediately impressed when Dr. Scott took the time to review the procedure with her before removing a small cyst in her eye. “I asked how he could see in such a tiny space,” Susan remembers. “He pointed to his microscope glasses and said, ‘Because when I look through these, I can see the Grand Canyon from here!’ That’s when I felt like I could trust him.”

The surgery went well, so Susan returned in early 2023 for an upper blepharoplasty on both eyelids. “I had to keep raising my eyebrows to speak to someone,” she says. “Otherwise, I couldn’t see the way I wanted to see. Dr. Scott told me he could help with that, and I knew he could.”

Eight weeks post-surgery, Susan says, “I didn’t know how much I couldn’t see! I had pictures taken after the procedure, and I looked horrified. I realized I was still trying to raise my eyebrows. I had to say, ‘You can’t do that anymore, Sue!’”

Recovery went well, with Susan noting, “I felt no pain at all.” Friends and family immediately complimented the results. “My kids are like, ‘Mom, you look great!’” Still, that wasn’t her original goal. “People ask if I did this to look younger, and I say no, that’s just a bonus,” she explains. “Now I have peripheral vision and can see the ceiling without tilting my head back. Also, I had braces for the first time at age 55 because I didn’t like how my teeth looked. So, you should do whatever feels best for you.”

Susan doesn’t reserve all her praise for Dr. Scott and is quick to applaud the office staff. “The people at your front desk can make or break a doctor’s practice,” she says. “Everyone at Eye Plastic Associates is so kind and considerate, and I think that reflects the quality of Dr. Scott’s work. It’s important to me that everyone at the office know that they matter.”

Asked what advice she would give anyone struggling with heavy eyelids, Susan says, “Stop thinking about getting it fixed and do something about it! Book a consultation, and if you really want the procedure, you’ll have it done after talking to Dr. Scott. He’ll reassure you, and when you have confidence in your doctor, you can’t go wrong.”

Meet Dr. Scott - Your Dedicated Oculoplastic Surgeon

Renowned for his commitment to enhancing your eyelid and facial appearance while prioritizing your safety. Dr. Scott is board-certified in Ophthalmology and has specialized fellowship training in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.  With extensive training at prestigious institutions, including the Medical College of Virginia, Manhattan Eye, Ear, & Throat Hospital, and the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, Dr. Scott brings a wealth of expertise to his craft. His accolades, including recognition as a Top Plastic Surgeon by Northern Virginia Magazine, underscore his dedication to excellence. Dr. Scott's passion lies in helping you achieve the best aesthetic results while safeguarding your eyesight.

Location: Fairfax - Northern Virginia

Areas of Expertise: Cosmetic laser eyelid surgery ( blepharoplasty ), ptosis surgery, treatment of benign and malignant eyelid cancers, correction of eyelid malposition – ectropion, entropion repair, and Botox and filler treatment.