Rolling out of bed and stumbling to the bathroom only to see dark circles looming under your eyes is not an experience that anyone enjoys early in the morning. These unwelcome guests could result from aging, a genetic predisposition for hyperpigmentation under the eyes, or even a lack of sleep. They rarely indicate a serious …
With fewer than 200,000 cases a year, Bell’s Palsy is considered a rare condition, but coping with Bell’s Palsy can still be challenging. However, for those who experience its effects, the rarity of its occurrence is unlikely to provide any real comfort. Sometimes referred to as idiopathic facial paralysis, Bell’s Palsy causes the muscles on …
If you are a little older or have been wearing contacts for several years, you may notice that there are times when your eyes feel noticeably dry. It may result in irritation, a sensation of itching or burning as a result of inadequate lubrication. Unfortunately, dry eye doesn’t just make you uncomfortable. If left untreated, …
Patients who are about to undergo eyelid surgery have high expectations. They’ve secured the best eyelid surgeon and met for a series of informative consultations to assure themselves that their surgeon will give them the best possible results. Unfortunately, if a patient doesn’t follow appropriate recovery advice, they could slow the healing process. Or worse, …
A brow lift is a cosmetic procedure that improves the position and shape of low set brows. If done correctly, the procedure creates a natural effect, giving the patient a more youthful appearance. A brow lift can also “open up” the eyes, and even improve some of the forehead wrinkles. Is a brow lift permanent? …
Eye shape is typically considered to be an aesthetic consideration. Hooded eyes and low set eyelid creases such that those seen in many people of Asian descent, make it more difficult to apply flattering eyeshadow and are sometimes considered less-desirable. However, there are some very real, medical costs that can accompany these two eye shapes, …
