Losing an eye can be a very difficult and emotional experience for anyone, no matter what age. Whether the loss is due to infection, genetic mutations, prenatal deformities, or even injury, the process can be a challenge. However, medical advancements have made living with a prosthetic eye a reality that has transformed the lives of…
Importance of Facial Symmetry
The standards of beauty and attractiveness have evolved over centuries. From waistlines and rear-end sizes to skin tone and facial features, most trends have continually changed with the times. The trends also differentiate between countries and cultures. There are some aspects of attraction that have stayed the same over time. For example, men’s height has…
Bruising After Eyelid Surgery: How to Deal With It
Eyelid surgery is a great option to treat droopy eyelids and address excess skin on your eyelids. Natural aging can cause fine lines and wrinkles, loose skin, puffy eyelids, and tired-looking eyes, which can all be addressed with eyelid surgery. While the procedure has several great benefits, one of the side effects is bruising. Below…
Importance of Eyes in Attraction
Eyes are a huge part of non-verbal communication. There is a clear relationship between eye contact and attraction. Whether it’s locking eyes, a wink, or even a short glance over when the other person isn’t looking, eye contact can say a lot when it comes to communication. Below are some examples of the significant impact…
7 Ways to Make Your Eye Color Pop
Eyes are a huge part of communication as eye contact is important when you are talking to another person. Depending on your health, skincare routine, and the amount of rest you have gotten the night before, your eyes can tell a lot about you. They can make you look tired and older or bright-eyed and…
How to Properly Take Care of the Skin Around Your Eyes
One of the most sensitive areas is the skin around your eyes. The skin around your eyes is very thin which makes it more susceptible to premature aging. Your eyes do a lot throughout the day so the skin around it will need to be cared for or it will take a toll on it….
Are Experiencing Eyelid Vein Pain?
Pain in any part of the body should be reason enough for a doctor’s visit. Pain in the eye is not only annoying but could be the sign of a larger problem. Surprisingly, we think of the eyes as completely separate from the rest of the body. As an exclusive place that pain is only…
Is it Possible to Reduce Swelling from Thyroid Eye Disease?
Thyroid eye disease (also referred to as Grave’s disease or thyroid orbitopathy) is an autoimmune disease that affects one out of every 200 people. The disease is related to the thyroid gland. This is an important part of one’s body as the hormones secreted by it control the body’s metabolism. It also affects different structures…
Cheek Lift vs. Face Lift
Aging is a natural process that often leads to changes in the appearance of one’s face. For those looking into correcting any signs of aging on their face, there are multiple options patients can choose from. Most often, patients either have a midface lift (also referred to as a “cheek lift”) or a full-facelift. There…
Thyroid Eye Disease Treatment
Thyroid eye disease (also referred to as thyroid orbitopathy or Graves’ disease) is an autoimmune disease that affects one out of every 200 people. Many do not know where to turn for thyroid eye disease treatment. That’s why Dr. Taban is passionate about keeping you informed on the subject. As evidenced in the name, this…