Things you need to know about “fox eyes” surgery
Fox eye, or foxy eyes, is a popular term used to describe a slightly slanted contour of the outer commissure of the eyelids along with an almond shape to the eyes.
Ocular Sequelae of Facial Palsy: Diagnosis and Treatment
Facial paralysis causes severe weakening of the muscles on the affected side of the face. Among other functions, these muscles are essential for blinking, smiling, and chewing food. The most common ocular sequelae of facial palsy are lagophthalmos and brow ptosis.
Touch-up procedures in oculoplastic surgery: why, when, and how?
Your eyes, your face, our passion. This slogan is displayed on the official website of the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, of which I am a proud member.
Surgical revision of a cicatricial canthal web
Lateral canthal webbing is one of the most difficult eyelid conditions to manage. Trauma and previous surgery are the main causes.
A word about ptosis surgery from Abraham Gómez, M.D.
During my oculoplastics training, one of my mentors once told me that if I wanted perfect ptosis results, I should never take on eyelid ptosis cases. It sounded a bit extreme at the time, but with experience, I have learned that there was wisdom in his statement.
Surgical treatment for blepharospasm
Benign essential blepharospasm is a chronic and progressive neurological disease. Patients have difficulty opening their eyes due to involuntary eyelid spasms. The spasms may extend to the lower face.
Prevention and treatment of scars after removal of an eyelid tumor
Basal cell carcinoma is a frequent eyelid skin cancer associated with sun exposure. Although it appears more often in older patients, this cancer may also affect younger people.
Müller’s muscle resection for repair of droopy eyelid (ptosis)
Droopy eyelid, or ptosis, is commonly caused by aging, trauma, or previous. It may also be congenital.
Am I a good candidate for cheek implants?
Facial implants have become quite popular because they are a safe and elegant option to restore facial volume and enhance a person’s most attractive features.
What is the cost of cheek implants?
Cheek implants are an integral part of an oculofacial plastic surgeon’s practice. They are essential for achieving the best results in many facelift patients and complement a significant amount of lower eyelid procedures.
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