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What is Unique About Asian Blepharoplasty?

Asian eyelids are anatomically different than Caucasian eyelids. The upper eyelid orbital fat is more prominent and the upper eyelid crease is lower or nonexistent in Asian eyelids. About half of all Asians are born without an upper eyelid crease … Continue reading

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What is Blepharospasm?

Blepharo means “eyelid”. Spasm means “uncontrolled muscle contraction”. The term blepharospasm ['blef-a-ro-spaz-m] can be applied to any abnormal blinking or eyelid tic or twitch resulting from any cause, ranging from dry eyes to Tourette’s syndrome to tardive dyskinesia. The blepharospasm … Continue reading

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Eyelid Ptosis – (Droopy Upper Eyelid)

Ptosis (pronounced “toe-sis”) is the medical term for drooping of the upper eyelid(s). This lowering of the upper eyelid margin may cause a reduction in the field of vision when the eyelid either partially or completely obstructs the pupil. Patients … Continue reading

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Thyroid Eye Disease (Graves’ Disease)

Thyroid orbitopathy (also known as Thyroid Eye Disease or Graves’ Disease) is an autoimmune inflammatory disorder of uncertain etiology that affects the tissues of the orbit (i.e. eyelids, extraocular muscles and other soft tissues surrounding the eyes). Patients with this … Continue reading

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Dr. Taban Eyelid Surgeon to Present at ASPORS in Orlando

Dr. Mehryar Taban will be presenting at the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery 42nd annual Fall Scientific Symposium. He will be joined by some of the nations leading ophthalmic surgeons to discuss and teach breakthrough techniques in … Continue reading

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Why Do Eyelids Droop and How Can It Be Fixed?

Ptosis (pronounced “toe-sis”) is the medical term for drooping of the upper eyelid(s). This lowering of the upper eyelid margin may cause a reduction in the field of vision when the eyelid either partially or completely obstructs the pupil. Patients … Continue reading

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Are Your Tears As Healthy As You Think?

The tear film on the surface of the eye is a critical component of maintaining vision. Tears nourish and lubricate the surface of the eye as well as wash away debris. A smooth, balanced tear film (consisting of water, oil … Continue reading

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