Diagnosing and treating a lacrimal duct obstruction
Lacrimal (nasolacrimal) duct obstruction is a very common condition, especially in middle-aged and elderly women.
Eyelid cysts can be quite a nuisance… is there a good treatment?
Eyelid cysts (Hidrocystoma) are fluid-filled lesions that develop on the lid margin or in the corner of the eyes.
Treatment of droopy eyelids in severe Ptosis
Droopy eyelids (ptosis) is one of the most common medical conditions seen by oculoplastic surgeons.
Buccal Fat Removal in Costa Rica
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.
What is the best option to treat bags under my eyes, surgery or fillers?
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).
Diagnosis & treatment of eyelid skin cancer
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 surgery procedures in Costa Rica
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.
Mohs surgery for the treatment of eyelid cancer
Facial skin cancer is quite common, especially in the area surrounding the eyes. Basal Cell Carcinoma is the most common type.
Oculoplastic Surgery in Costa Rica: The Main Causes of Eyelid Ectropion
Ectropion is a medical condition commonly seen in an oculoplastics clinic, in which the lower lid margin everts – rolls away- from the eyeball.
Surgical treatment for droopy eyelid (ptosis)
Eyelid ptosis, also known as droopy eyelid, is a frequent condition in kids and adults. It may affect one or both upper eyelids, but the ptosis is usually asymmetrical.
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