Archive for January, 2018

Treating Sties and Chalazions at Home

A stye is a small and painful red bump that grows along the base of either the upper or lower eyelashes. They form as a result of a bacterial infection. Chalazions are not caused by bacterial infections. They form when one of the oil-producing glands in the eyelids becomes blocked or clogged, which results in […]

Orbital Fractures

The bony socket of the skull where the eye rests is known as the orbit. Its function is to hold the eye in place and to protect the eye and the muscles, nerves, and blood vessels connected to it. The socket rim is fairly strong, because it is comprised of thick bones. The floor of […]

Understanding What Upper-Eyelid Surgery Can Do for You

Before undergoing upper-eyelid surgery, it is important that you have realistic expectations regarding your results. It is also important that you understand what the procedure can and cannot address. In general, individuals who are unhappy with the appearance of their upper eyelids are excellent candidates for the procedure. Common aesthetic issues that can be corrected […]