Educational articles about MOH’S and other eyelid procedures to repair ptosis, ectropion, and the effects of eyelid skin cancer by Fort Lauderdale Eye Institute.

Ptosis Repair Vs. Blepharoplasty: Key Differences Explained

The eyes are often the first feature people notice, and they play a crucial role in expressing emotions and connecting with others. Over time, however, age, genetics, and health conditions can impact the appearance and functionality of the eyelids. Two popular procedures for addressing eyelid concerns are ptosis repair [...]

Skin Cancer and Eyelid Reconstruction

Did you know that skin cancer can develop around your eyes? Skin cancer development is common for South Florida residents, given the intense sun exposure. The most common type of eyelid skin cancer is basal cell carcinoma (BCC), with squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) and melanoma less frequently encountered. For [...]

Blepharoplasty Surgery

Blepharoplasty surgery is a cosmetic eyelid procedure for improving eyelid rejuvenation and appearance by removing fat and/or excess skin and tissue from the upper and lower eyelids. Unlike a similar appearing medical condition, called ptosis (which actually reduces the field of vision), a blepharoplasty eyelid lift may be regarded as a cosmetic [...]

Ptosis Causes and Treatment

Ptosis usually refers to the drooping of the upper eyelid, a common condition. The causes of ptosis include a muscular etiology such as muscle weakness, dislocation of the eyelid muscles, or redundant excessive skin. This eye condition could be due to a congenital condition or may be an acquired condition [...]

What Is Blepharoplasty?

With the amount of treatments and surgical procedures available in society today, it can be difficult to keep up with what is what. Blepharoplasty, otherwise known as an eye lift, is a popular cosmetic surgical procedure. Eye Lift Basics Blepharoplasty is essentially a way to correct droopy eyelids due to [...]

Eyelid Rejuvenation

To “rejuvenate’ means to restore something to a state when it was fresher, younger, or more lively. Thus, eyelid rejuvenation refers to making your eyelids appear younger. In order to rejuvenate your eyelids, a series of procedures may be performed such as an eye-lift also known as blepharoplasty (a [...]

What is Ptosis of the Eye?

What is Ptosis? Drooping of the upper eyelids is known as ptosis. It can affect one or both eyelids, be inherited and be present at birth or occur later in life. The cause of congenital ptosis is typically due to a lack of development of eyelid muscles known as levators. [...]

What is ectropion of the eye?

Ectropion of the eye, is when your lower eyelid turns outward away from the eyeball and exposes the pink inner lining of the eyelid. It mainly affects the lower eyelid and can occur in one or both eyes and is different from entropion where the eyelids turn inward. Lower lid [...]

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