Diagnosis and treatment of orbital tumors in Costa Rica
The eye and its appendages are positioned within a bony cavity in the skull known as the orbit or eye socket. Inside this anatomical space are tissues such as fat, nerves, vessels.
DetailsThe eye and its appendages are positioned within a bony cavity in the skull known as the orbit or eye socket. Inside this anatomical space are tissues such as fat, nerves, vessels.
DetailsArteFacial, by Dr. Abraham Gómez, is a concept clinic whose mission is to provide high standard, quality aesthetic services using the latest technology in plastic surgery.
DetailsUpper eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is one of the most popular facial plastic surgeries. It is usually done as an outpatient operation under local anesthesia…
DetailsOculoplastic surgery is a medical specialty within the branch of eye surgery. This means that oculoplastic surgeons are first and foremost eye specialists.
DetailsEntropion is a common medical condition in which the eyelashes turn inward and rub against the surface of the eye. It is caused by laxity of the eyelid tissues and poor function of the lower eyelid retractor muscles. Patients with entropion have constant irritation of the affected eye, tearing, and a foreign body sensation. The…
DetailsBenign eyelid tumors are very frequent in children and adults. They can be solid or cystic in nature and may produce symptoms such as itching and irritation or may be asymptomatic. An eyelid tumor should be removed if the patient is bothered by it or if the doctor wants to rule out malignancy. In either…
DetailsEyelid lift is a very common procedure done by oculoplastic surgeons. It consists of removing skin and creating a youthful upper eyelid crease. This is an outpatient operation that takes about 45 minutes and may be done under mild sedation or local anesthesia. There are several advantages of performing an upper blepharoplasty with local…
DetailsEyelid scarring may be a consequence of trauma or may appear as a complication of cosmetic eyelid surgery. Whatever the cause, the biggest problem with this condition is the inability to dose the eye properly, which results in severe dryness and a high risk of corneal damage. The simplest way to correct this problem is…
DetailsExcess tissue hanging over the lashes may indicate excessive laxity of the eyelid skin, or it may be a sign of a droopy brow. Making the correct diagnosis is of paramount importance, since a wrong diagnosis may lead to erroneous treatment, subsequent complications, and unhappy patients. When the problem proves to be excess skin and…
DetailsMost often, facial scars form due to trauma or a burn accident. They can also appear as a consequence of unwanted inflammation or an infection in the skin after a plastic surgery procedure. Whatever the cause, facial scars, especially those that appear around the eyes, can cause significant aesthetic and functional impairment. Eyelid scars, in…
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