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Is it Possible to Reduce Swelling from Thyroid Eye Disease?

Woman covering thyroid eye disease swelling

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 … Read more

What to Expect During Orbital Decompression Surgery

Proptosis, or exophthalmos, is an unusual bulging of the eye from its socket. It can form in a single eye or in both, and the root cause is thought to be related to an underlying thyroid problem. At TabanMD, Los Angeles oculoplastic surgeon Dr. Mehryar “Ray” Taban understands the effect that orbital decompression can have on … Read more

Understanding Orbital Problems

The orbit is the bony socket in the skull that contains and houses the eye and all the associated structures that support the function of the eye, including muscles, nerves and blood vessels. The eye and these other structures are surrounded by fat which acts as cushion to protect the eye as we run around … Read more

Orbital Blowout Fracture Surgery

Orbital blowouts can be distressing injuries, with many possible complications, pain, and slow healing times too. Fortunately a good surgeon may be able to help you resolve these issues. In many cases after a blow to the eye orbital blowout surgery may be necessary to help you regain vision, reduce pain, and prevent further injury … Read more

What is orbital decompression surgery?

Orbital Decompression Surgeon Orbital decompression is a needed by patients who suffer from bulgy eyes (called exophthalmos), which can be inherited or caused by other medical problems, most commonly Graves’ disease (thyroid eye disease).This procedure is designed to relieve the symptoms of exophthalmos to provide comfort and better vision for individuals that suffer from this … Read more

Prosthetic Eye – Socket Surgery

What is Anophthalmia? Anophthalmia or anophthalmic socket results when an eye is removed (enucleation or evisceration). Losing an eye is an emotional event to any patient and can cause insecurities about his/her appearance. An oculoplastic surgeon is responsible for restoring proper function of the remaining and surrounding structures (eye socket, eyelids) to provide the best … Read more