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Have You Noticed Brown Spots Forming on Your Face This Summer?
Published on August 31, 2017 by Stephen Laquis
Have you noticed brown spots forming on your facial skin? These brown spots, also known as sun spots, form due to the overproduction of melanin in the skin. Melanin is a dark pigment that is naturally produced in our bodies Read More…
Why Tear Duct Obstructions Occur
Published on August 10, 2017 by Stephen Laquis
Our eyes and their surrounding structures are incredibly complex, filled with tissues, nerves, glands, and other essential components that must work together in order to properly function. The tear system can be broken down into several structures. The tears are Read More…
Preventing Eyelid Skin Cancer
Published on July 7, 2017 by Stephen Laquis
Now that the summer season is here, you will most likely be spending a lot of your time out under the sun at the beach and by the pool. It is during the summer that practicing proper sun protection is Read More…
Causes of Eyelid Sagging: Dermatochalasis
Published on June 5, 2017 by Stephen Laquis
Sagging eyelids can lead to significant aesthetic and medical issues. They can give your eyes a constant tired and withered appearance that detracts from your natural beauty. Severely sagging eyelids can also impair your vision. If the sagging is severe, Read More…
How Upper-Eyelid Rejuvenation Is Accomplished
Published on May 30, 2017 by Stephen Laquis
When the upper eyelids begin to sag, it can affect both your appearance and your vision. Severe upper-eyelid sagging and the presence of excess skin on the upper eyelids can obscure your peripheral vision and can make normal tasks like Read More…
Miracle Treatment for Acne Scars
Published on May 22, 2017 by Stephen LaquisBefore 6 weeks after (1) Profractional Resurfacing with the Sciton Joule Did you suffer from acne as a child and now have deep scars, commonly referred to as ice pick scars? Historically, treatment of this type of scarring relied on Read More…
How Do Nasolabial Folds Form and How Can I Reduce Their Appearance?
Published on May 18, 2017 by Stephen Laquis
The nasolabial folds, commonly referred to as laugh lines or smile lines, are facial skin folds that extend from the sides of the nose down to the corners of the mouth. The nasolabial folds are a common feature of the Read More…
Proud to Partner with Natalie’s Skin Solutions
Published on May 8, 2017 by Stephen LaquisPlease welcome Natalie’s Skin Solutions to Coventry Square! Their NEW NAPLES location is adjacent to our Naples office and offers a wide array of professional skincare and laser hair removal services. We are excited to partner with Natalie in offering Read More…
Spring Flowers bring Education Hours
Published on May 5, 2017 by Stephen LaquisThis week Dr. Laquis hosted 40 area Optometrists to his lovely Fort Myers office for an evening of education. Optometrists from Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, and Naples enjoyed two hours of education on the latest advances in Oculoplastic Read More…
Understanding Eyelid Ptosis
Published on April 24, 2017 by Stephen Laquis
The drooping of one or both of the eyelids is a medical condition known as ptosis. There are many factors that can cause eyelid ptosis. Ptosis is most commonly caused by the effects of aging, gravity, and other external factors Read More…