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…
Are Asymmetrical Eyes Normal?
Asymmetrical eyes are when your eyes have an uneven appearance. For some, this can appear as one eye lower than the other. For others, it can be in the placement of the eyelid, causing the eyes to not look symmetrical. Although asymmetrical eyes are not an immediate cause for concern, many wonder if they are…
What Does Your Eye Shape Say About Your Personality?
We are beginning to look towards Eastern medicine and practices more and more lately with essential oils, yoga, meditation, and acupuncture becoming part of the popular culture lexicon in the United States. One ancient Chinese practice that hasn’t quite caught on yet is reading faces. The main focus of this is paying attention to the…
How a Fat Transfer Naturally Restores Volume to Your Face
Picture a balloon you have just blown up. It is full, round, and resilient. A day or two later, that balloon has deflated a bit. It now sags with wrinkles and folds. Your face goes through the same process of deflation as it ages. A younger person’s face has enough fat to make it smooth…
Are You Stuck With Under-Eye Bags for Life?
Whether you have recently developed under-eye bags or have been dealing with them for some time, you will wonder if you are stuck with them for life. Fortunately, there are a variety of treatments to correct under-eye bags. Each option tailors specifically to your goals. Since each option also varies on how invasive it is,…
How to Stop Chronic Eye Twitching
When you experience an eye twitch that seems to never go away, it can be incredibly frustrating. It can also impair your ability to perform daily functions. Eye twitching can happen for various reasons, but some can be more serious than others. The good news is that there are a variety of ways for…
Is it Possible to Fix Uneven Eyes?
Do you look in the mirror or at pictures of yourself and immediately notice your uneven eyes? Professionally referred to as eye asymmetry, having an uneven look to your eyes is more common than you may think. In fact, our team at Taban MD have built our practice around helping patients with cosmetic eye surgery…
How to Correct a Lazy Eyelid
Have you noticed the lowering of your eyelids and drooping in your skin near your eyes? When we start to lose the elasticity in the cells of our skin, and areas of our skin can begin to droop as a result. Fix any symptoms of a lazy eyelid that you may be experiencing when…