by Joseph Walrath | Feb 7, 2017 | Blepharoplasty, Cosmetic, Cosmetic Reconstruction, Eyelid Retraction, Ptosis
This case report is very illustrative of the importance of a careful assement of eyelid position and mechanics, as well as careful image analysis. The role of the lateral canthus in upper and lower lid appearance and function is critical to understand when...
by Joseph Walrath | Feb 6, 2017 | Blepharoplasty, Cosmetic, Cosmetic Reconstruction, Eyelid Retraction, Ptosis
This image slideshow compliments the blog post “Cosmetic Reconstruction: Identify the Real Problem!”. [Show as...
by Joseph Walrath | Jan 19, 2014 | Eyelid Retraction, Reconstruction
Upper eyelid retraction is the most common sign of Grave’s Eye Disease, an autoimmune disorder involving the thyroid and the eye socket. Eyelid retraction can also happen in the setting of prior trauma or surgery. Upper eyelid retraction is a challenging...
by Joseph Walrath | Jun 17, 2013 | Eyelid Retraction, Reconstruction, Symptoms
Grave’s disease (thyroid eye disease) can be a very difficult medical and surgical problem to treat. The first consideration in Grave’s disease treatment is to make sure that the disease is stable (inactive). Operating during unstable or active...
by Joseph Walrath | Apr 10, 2013 | Blepharoplasty, Cosmetic, Cosmetic Reconstruction, Eyelid Retraction
Cosmetic reconstruction refers to the repair of eyelid malposition after previous cosmetic surgery has been performed. Dr. Walrath sees a significant number of people who are unhappy with their appearance, or whose eyes are uncomfortable, due to complications...
by Joseph Walrath | Aug 21, 2012 | Blepharoplasty, Cosmetic, Cosmetic Reconstruction, Eyelid Malposition, Eyelid Retraction, Reconstruction
A significant portion of my practice is devoted to repairing the “multi-operated” patient, in which cosmetic eyelid surgery has led to problems in appearance or problems with the health of the surface of the eye. An example of the subtle reconstructive...