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A chalazion is a bump or lump that develops on the eyelid. Most chalazia (plural for chalazion), which are caused by clogged oil glands, are harmless. However, many are cosmetically unappealing, tender, or irritating to the eye. Because of their position on the eyelid, they can sometimes interfere with vision. Certain chalazia can be minimized […]
July 25, 2018
Intense pulsed light (IPL) is a light therapy commonly used to erase sun damage, irregular pigmentation, brown spots, or freckles on the face, neck, or chest. At Eyesthetica, we have also had great success using IPL to treat two medical conditions: rosacea and meibomian gland dysfunction (a common underlying cause of dry eye). Read on […]
July 5, 2018
Laser skin resurfacing and blepharoplasty (a.k.a., eyelid surgery) are both excellent standalone options that address different age-related problems around the eyelid area. Sometimes, the two procedures are performed in tandem to accomplish several anti-aging goals simultaneously. Below, the oculoplastic surgeons at Eyesthetica explain the benefits of this approach and when we generally recommend it to […]
June 22, 2018
Traditionally, the best way to treat sagging, heavy brows was through brow lift surgery. However, brow lift surgery is not suitable for the needs or goals of every candidate. The oculoplastic surgeons at Eyesthetica are thrilled to offer a breakthrough alternative to brow lift surgery: the placement of the Su-Por AIRO brow implant to lift […]
June 21, 2018
A rare complication after blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) can rob patients of something that most of us take for granted: the ability to fully close the eyes. Unfortunately, this problem, known as lagophthalmos, can make the simplest tasks like sleeping or showering extremely difficult. Lagophthalmos can also increase the risk of conditions like corneal damage. In […]
June 20, 2018
Although they usually aren’t a medical issue, bags under the eyes are a cosmetic concern for many of our Eyesthetica patients, as they can make the face look tired, sad, or sickly. If you are bothered by bags under your eyes, the oculoplastic surgeons at Eyesthetica can help. Read on as we explain what is […]
May 6, 2018
Traditionally, if you wanted to elevate heavy or drooping brows and attain younger-looking eyes, you had to undergo brow lift surgery. Fortunately, advances in cosmetic medicine and injectable products have made it possible to reposition the brows without surgery or the related expense and downtime. The oculoplastic surgeons at Eyesthetica offer chemical brow lift, a […]
April 25, 2018
The lacrimal glands in the upper eyelids constantly produce a thin film of tears that keeps the eyes moisturized and healthy. Normally, these tears flow across the surface of the eye and drain through a series of channels in the inner corners of the eyelids, which empty into the nose and throat. In a healthy […]
April 6, 2018
Smoking is detrimental to nearly every part of your body, including your eyes. Although many people know that smoking can lead to life-threatening diseases like heart disease and cancer, they tend to be less familiar with the effects of smoking on their eyes and vision. The team at Eyesthetica wants to focus on those risks […]
March 7, 2018
No search for an oculoplastic surgeon is complete without a visit to his or her website. The website is a great place to start when looking for information about the surgeon’s background and areas of expertise. Below, the team at Eyesthetica reveals four things to look for when visiting an oculoplastic surgeon’s website.
February 21, 2018
Eyesthetica receives numerous inquiries about the non-surgical wrinkle reducer known as Botox Cosmetic. We thought it would be helpful to prospective candidates if we compiled the top 10 most-asked questions into a single blog post. If you have a question that you don’t see answered here, please reach out to us via phone at (213) […]
February 7, 2018
