Profile of David Cowen, Dr

Dr. Cowen is a highly trained and specialized surgeon who concentrates on the management of deformities and abnormalities of the eyelids, the lacrimal (tear) system, the orbit (bony cavity surrounding the eye) and the adjacent facial area. He is a fellow of the prestigious American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS), having completed one of very few available fellowships in this specialty.

Dr. David Cowen graduated, with distinction, from the University of Kentucky Medical School in 1988. After serving an Internship and Ophthalmology Residency, he completed two fellowships, one in Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Toronto followed by a Fellowship in Craniofacial Plastic Surgery in Toronto, Canada. He later served as the Director of Oculoplastic Surgery and Associate Professor at the University of Kentucky, training residents and other physicians in diseases and surgery of the eyelid, lacrimal (tear) system and orbit. In November of 2000, he left the University of Kentucky and founded the Center for Oculoplastic Surgery & Aesthetics Skin Care.

Dr. Cowen continues to educate through invited lectures at professional organizations locally, regionally and nationally. Currently, the majority of his efforts are directed to the delivery of medical and surgical care in oculoplastic, lacrimal and orbital diseases, including cosmetic surgery of the eyelids, and face.

In addition to his Lexington office, Dr. Cowen has expanded his practice to include service to the communities of Eastern and Southern Kentucky. Dr. Cowen’s passion for serving others extends beyond his practice. He travels with mission groups providing care to people and educating local surgeons on surgical care and techniques. Dr. Cowen is board certified in Ophthalmology. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Procedures of David Cowen, Dr ⁽²⁵⁾

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Eyelid Surgery Eyelid surgery tightens and lifts sagging eyelid skin.	Ranked in Lexington: 11	Ranked in KY: 30	Ranked in US: 3009
Scars Treatment Scars treatment differs based on the particular scar’s size, texture, and location.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Chemical Peels A chemical peel uses an acidic solution applied to the skin to remove damaged top layers, speed cell turnover, and boost collagen growth for a brighter, more even-toned complexion.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Botox Botox works by blocking nerve signals to the muscles, so the injected muscle can’t contract.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Brow Lift A surgical procedure that removes wrinkled, drooping skin around and above the eyebrows. This lifts the eyebrows and restores them to their appropriate placement.	Ranked in Lexington: 12	Ranked in KY: 28	Ranked in US: 2533
All Resurfacing & Rejuvenation Lasers Laser skin resurfacing and rejuvenation removes skin layer by layer with precision, the new skin cells that form during healing give the skin a tighter, younger looking surface.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Hair Loss Treatment Hair loss treatment include medications, hair replacements, and hair restoration.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Skin Tightening Skin tightening treatments can firm and tighten excess skin caused by aging or weight loss.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Skin Rejuvenation Skin rejuvenation treatment options include a variety of nonsurgical techniques and cosmetic procedures that are done to correct fine lines, wrinkles, sagging, and brown spots in order to restore the skin.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Facial Fillers Facial fillers are synthetic or naturally occurring substances injected into the lines, folds, and tissues of the face to decrease the appearance of wrinkles and restore the facial fullness that decreases with age.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Facial Rejuvenation Facial rejuvenation is a cosmetic treatment which aims to restore a youthful appearance to the human face.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Restylane The Restylane product line of injectable fillers temporarily adds volume to plump lips, lift cheeks, smooth wrinkles, fill in scars and under-eye hollows, and rejuvenate aging hands.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Under Eye Fillers and Rejuvenation Under eye fillers is a hyaluronic acid injection used to improve the appearance of sunken or discolored under-eye areas.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Eyelid Rejuvenation Eyelid rejuvenation surgery lifts and tightens the sagging upper eyelid skin.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Dermaplaning Dermaplaning is a skin rejuvenation treatment that’s done in-office by a dermatologist or aesthetician, who uses a surgical scalpel to gently scrape away dead cells and vellus hair from your skin’s surface.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Halo Laser The halo laser combines ablative and non-ablative wavelengths that simultaneously target the top layer of your skin and the deeper tissue underneath the surface, for a powerful skin rejuvenation treatment.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Hand Rejuvenation Hand rejuvenation treatments turn back the clock by reducing wrinkles, minimizing prominent veins, fading brown spots, and improving skin tone.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Skin Lesion Removal This technique involves removing a skin lesion in the deeper levels of the skin down to the fatty layer under the skin.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Microneedling Microneedling is a nonsurgical treatment that penetrates your skin’s surface with tiny needles to improve its appearance.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Dysport Dysport is an injectable neuromodulator that smooths lines and wrinkles for up to four months.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Juvederm Juvéderm injected beneath the skin, the gel-like substance instantly helps smooth lines and wrinkles, soften creases, enhance facial contours, and restore lost volume.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Xeomin Xeomin is an injectable neurotoxin that temporarily relaxes muscles to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles created by dynamic facial movements, such as smiling, frowning, or raising your eyebrows.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Laser Skin Treatment Laser skin treatment delivered with a fractional laser, which leaves microscopic columns of untreated tissue throughout the treatment area.	Ranked in Lexington:	Ranked in KY:	Ranked in US:
Eye Lift An eye lift is a surgical procedure that reduces bagginess from lower eyelids and removes excess skin from the upper eyelids.	Ranked in Lexington: 2	Ranked in KY: 5	Ranked in US: 962
Forehead Reduction Forehead reduction surgery shortens the distance between your hairline and eyebrows by moving the scalp forward and positioning your hairline lower on your forehead.	Ranked in Lexington: 2	Ranked in KY: 3	Ranked in US: 682