Oculoplastic surgery in Costa Rica
Oculoplastic surgery is a medical specialty within the branch of eye surgery. This means that oculoplastic surgeons are first and foremost eye specialists.
Treatment for inverted eyelashes (entropion)
Entropion 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…
What is the best way to eliminate cysts and benign tumors around the eyes?
Benign 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…
Upper eyelid blepharoplasty with local anesthesia: a safe and painless operation
Eyelid 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…
Use of skin grafts for correction of eyelid scarring
Eyelid 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…
Brow lift vs. eyelift… what is the difference?
Excess 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…
How to treat eyelid and facial scars
Most 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…
Specialists in reconstructive eyelid surgery in Costa Rica
Eyelid surgery is the most delicate of any plastic surgery operation. The reason lies in the fact that eyelids are complex structures and differ from any other tissue in the face. Their complexity makes them particularly vulnerable to suffer alterations in their function after an operation. Therefore, eyelid surgery claims specialists in the plastic surgery…
What happens when things go wrong with eyelid plastic surgery?
Every surgeon wants to achieve excellent results in all their patients, every time. Additionally, every patient goes into the operating suite with the expectation that they will achieve a great result from the operation into which they invested time and money. Nevertheless, once in a while, things don’t go the way we wish. Plastic surgery…
Blepharoplasty in Costa Rica: how it treats bags and dark circles under the eyes
Bags and dark circles under the eyes make a person look tired and fatigued. This issue is not an uncommon one. Bags and dark circles under the eyes are one of the most common reasons for consulting with a plastic surgeon, dermatologist, or eyelid specialist. A patient with bags and dark circles may feel great…
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