Facial Nerve Palsy:
Weakness or paralysis of the facial muscles secondary to an inflammation, laceration or compression of the facial nerve. Facial palsy may also be caused by certain infections, autoimmune disease and surgical trauma. The most common ocular sequelae are lagophthalmos or inability to close the eye, lower eyelid ectropion, and constant tearing. Oculoplastic surgical procedures can restore eyelid function and improve facial symmetry.
Festooning:
A chronic swelling, puffiness or sagging of the tissues along the cheekbones caused by fluid retention, severe skin and muscle laxity, or advanced aging of the midface. Non-surgical options such as tetracycline and radiofrequency may be sufficient to treat small areas of localized swelling such as malar mounds. However, larger festoons, especially when related to skin and muscle folds, require surgical repair to achieve a significant improvement.
Forehead Lift:
A cosmetic surgical procedure that raises the eyebrows and reduces forehead wrinkles. A forehead lift may help to improve a person’s visual field if the eyebrows are encroaching on the upper eyelids.
Fat repositioning of the lower eyelid:
A surgical technique used to restore lost facial volume by transferring purified fat from another area of the patient’s body (typically the abdomen or thighs) to the face. Commonly used to fill hollows under the eyes, smooth deep folds, or enhance the cheeks and temples. This procedure offers natural-looking, long-lasting results and is often combined with eyelid or facial rejuvenation surgery.
Floppy Eyelid Syndrome (FES):
A condition where the upper eyelids are extremely lax and can be easily everted. Spontaneous eversion of the upper eyelids during sleep may cause chronic irritation and mucous secretion. Surgical repair is often necessary to treat eye irritation and ptosis due to laxity. Floppy eyelid syndrome may be closely associated with sleep apnea.
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