Dr. Mauriello, a board certified ophthalmologist, has specialized in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid, tear duct, socket, and orbital surgery (Oculoplastic Surgery, Oculofacial Plastic Surgery, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery) since 1983.
He has a particular interest in cosmetic eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty, eyelid lift, eyelid tuck), the only cosmetic surgery he performs:
- Drooping upper eyelid skin that may weigh down the eyelid and interfere with vision
- Sagging, baggy lower eyelids and cheek tissues
Cosmetic Lower Blepharoplasty
Dr. Mauriello has developed special techniques to rejuvenate the lower eyelid and upper cheek. Using his published "3-step technique," the lower lid bags are removed from an incision inside the eyelid and the upper cheek is elevated as part of his standard lower eyelid lift. These techniques are unique and difficult to explain on this website.
Rather than using an incision across the whole lower eyelid, Dr, Mauriello makes a small skin incision in the outer corner of the lower lid and tightens the lower lid with a single suture technique. Surgery is performed with a carbon dioxide laser that contracts the overlying skin at the time of surgery so that very little skin is removed. The laser forms a smaller more natural template of the lower lid. The skin gradually tightens 3 to 6 months after surgery and elevates the cheek. Using this same incision, he is able to tighten and redrape the lower lid and upper cheek to elevate the skin. Symmetry is restored and the shape of the eyes is not changed. Scarring has not been a problem because of the small incision technique. As shown below, he is able to tighten and redrape the lower lid and upper cheek to elevate the skin. (See Patient Results)
Due to continued contracture from the laser, the upper cheek is more elevated at 6 months as compared to 3 months as shown dramatically in this patient.
Dr. Mauriello has used Botox since 1983 and was one of the original investigators under the FDA protocol before the drug was approved for use.
Oculoplastic surgery-- subspecialty of EYELID, TEAR
DUCT, SOCKET, AND ORBITAL SURGERY (Subspecialist Board-certified ophthalmologist dedicated solely to eyelid surgery). This unique expertise benefits patients considering any cosmetic eyelid surgery. As a board certified ophthalmologist, who specializes in oculoplastic surgery (eyelid, tear duct, socket, and orbital surgery, surgeons like Dr. Mauriello, are most familiar with the anatomy and function of the eye and the surrounding soft tissues that are treated surgically by cosmetic eyelid surgery.
Director of Oculoplastic Surgery, Department of Ophthalmology, U.M.D.-N.J. Medical School at 
Newark 1983-98
Editorial Board, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Chair, Journal Committee, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Journal 2009
"BEST DOCTORS" IN AMERICA AWARD (bestdoctors.com )elected by 32,000 practicing physicians) 1998-2008
Fellow, American Academy of Ophthalmology (aao.org) Fellow Member, American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and
Listed in Castle Connolly America's Cosmetic Doctors and Dentists
Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology, U.M.D.-N.J. Medical School
Consumer' Research Council of America (Washington
DC) Selected as one of "America's Top
Ophthalmologists."2002-Present
Treatment of Blepharospasm, Meige Syndrome, and Hemifacial Spasm since 1983
Regional meeting of the Benign Essential Overlook Hospital, September 28, 2002
Eyelids frame the eyes and sagging skin interferes with visualization of your beautiful eyes. This book educates you and helps you:
- determine whether you are a candidate for cosmetic eyelid surgery
- know what to ask at the pre-surgical examination
- understand more about the events the day of surgery
- learn practical tips on post-operative care
- learn from testimonials of patients who had surgery by Dr. Mauriello
Beautiful Skin: Consumer Guide to Cosmetic Botox Treatment and Skin Care is available at iuniverse.com, bn.com, and amazon.com. This book will educate you about all aspects of cosmetic Botox treatments. Dr. Mauriello was one of the first physicians in the tri-state area to use Botox. He has used this drug since 1983 and is able to treat wrinkles throughout the face and neck. In addition, Dr. Mauriello employs office Botox injections to temporarily raise drooping eyebrows and sagging eyelid tissues.
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery: A case study approach, a comprehensive medical textbook edited by Dr. Mauriello, published by Lippincott Williams and Wilkins (2004) features during Mauriello's surgical techniques.
Dr. Mauriello has been featured in New Jersey Monthly Magazine begining April, 2001.
