Eyelid surgery has become an increasingly popular way for men and women to regain the appearance of youthfulness. Much of the time, we are able to mitigate the consequences of aging using injectable solutions. However, there are people for whom the surgical tightening of eyelid tissue is most suitable. In such instances, one of the […]
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We want to look good as often as we possibly can. When it comes to aging, looking good doesn’t stem so much from hair or nails or even what we where, it comes from our face. Because the structure of the face slowly reverses with age, we suffer consequences such as sagging jowls, flat cheeks,
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Cataract surgery is one of the most frequent procedures performed in our Amarillo practice. Dr. Murrell is a trusted ophthalmologist who prepares patients for surgery with the full extent of information they need to make the most of this sight-restoring surgery. Cataract removal is a straightforward procedure that typically does not require much time for
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If you have the symptoms of cataracts, or have been told that you have this eye condition, you may know that the only way to get back the vision you once had is to have your clouded lenses removed and replaced with the appropriate intraocular lens. Cataracts do not go away on their own, and
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We all do it. Most of the time, we don’t give it a second thought because we’ve done it our entire life. We’re talking about rubbing our eyes. If you do this, you’re certainly not the only one. But, if you do this, you could be doing a bit of harm to your peepers in
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The many technological advances that have occurred over the past few decades have propelled us into an era of being “plugged in.” When we need to check or send an email, we may do it on our smart-phone. When we want a little rest and relaxation when we’re not in the office (staring at a
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Millions of men and women suffer needlessly from the cosmetic consequences of drooping upper eyelids. The heaviness that develops here is often associated with age. However, it is also possible for ptosis, or this drooping of the eyelid, to be present at birth. Sometimes, ptosis repair is performed to improve aesthetics. In some cases, this
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Most of the aesthetic concerns that we face as we get older are focused on the skin. It would make sense that our largest organ would be the first to let us know when changes are occurring within the body. Though we may not like it, this is exactly what happens. Rather than wait for
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Cataracts are indicative of the natural thickening of the eye’s lenses that may occur with age. According to experts, as much as 70% of older individuals will develop this condition in one or both eyes. Cataracts cause cloudiness as the lenses lose their flexibility and transparency. This cloudiness, clearly, presents an obstacle to clear, crisp
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Sagging skin on the face (and body) is something to be expected as we age. Still, while you notice the loss of elasticity and thinning skin around your eyes, you may not jump to the conclusion that you should schedule a visit with your plastic surgeon. This day may not come until you are asked
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