Protecting the eye after facial trauma: treatment of facial paralysis
Facial paralysis is a common sequela of severe craniofacial trauma. The facial nerve is responsible for eyelid closure and controls the blinking mechanism.
Facial paralysis is a common sequela of severe craniofacial trauma. The facial nerve is responsible for eyelid closure and controls the blinking mechanism.
A droopy eyelid, also known as ptosis, is extremely common in males and females of all ages. Eyelid ptosis may affect quality of vision or create an aesthetic concern for the patient.
Lacrimal (nasolacrimal) duct obstruction is a very common condition, especially in middle-aged and elderly women.
Eyelid cysts (Hidrocystoma) are fluid-filled lesions that develop on the lid margin or in the corner of the eyes.
Droopy eyelids (ptosis) is one of the most common medical conditions seen by oculoplastic surgeons.
The buccal fat pad is located in the middle of the cheeks. It’s size varies greatly among individuals. People with larger fat pads have fuller cheeks.
When there is excess skin or pronounced bags under the eyes, blepharoplasty is usually recommended. Blepharoplasty is an outpatient surgery that is performed with sedation (monitored anesthesia care).
Skin cancer is very common in the eyelids. There are certain characteristics that distinguish these tumors from a benign lesion, such as: Irregular margins, Central ulceration…
Oculoplastic surgeons are ophthalmologists (eye surgeons) who specialize in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids, orbit (bony cavity around the eye), and lacrimal system.
Lips are peculiar anatomical structures: they may convey gracefulness and elegance or roughness and old age. Beautiful lips are a sign of youth and attractiveness.
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