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.
Treatment of droopy eyelids in children
A droopy eyelid, or blepharoptosis, is a common condition when the muscle responsible for elevating the eyelid does not have enough strength to carry out its task.
Treatment of a Benign Orbital Mass
The orbit is a bony cavity located in the skull where the eye and ocular adnexa reside. The eye is, therefore, not the only organ found in the orbit. On the contrary.
Characteristics of eyelid basal cell carcinoma
Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of skin cancer. It originates from the deepest layer of the epidermis due to chronic sun exposure and UV damage to the skin cells…
Eyelid reconstruction after excision of skin cancer
Eyelid skin cancer is common among older patients, especially those with fair skin and individuals who exposed themselves to much ultraviolet light in their lifetime
How to improve the symptoms of an obstructed tear duct
Our tears are produced by several glands surrounding the eyes.
How to fix eyelid scarring and retraction after surgery for removal of bags
In our last blog, we went over the causes of eyelid retraction after lower lid blepharoplasty, a procedure to remove bags and excess skin from under the eyes.
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