| Eye plastic surgery and reconstructive eye surgery – also known as oculoplastics -- are highly specialized areas of ophthalmology. The procedures that fall under this category of eye care deal with the management of signs of aging, as well as any deformities and/or abnormalities that patients may have on the eyelids, the lacrimal (tear) system, the bony cavity surrounding the eye called the orbit, and the surrounding areas of the face. These types of operations greatly enhance vision and appearance for those with medical problems, cosmetic needs and vision disorders caused by trauma. Common Conditions that Lead to Plastic Surgery for the Eyes Some general categories of conditions that individuals may have that cause patients to seek out assistance from ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive eye surgeons include aging and cosmetic issues, the need for reconstructive eye surgery, extreme issues, and orbital conditions. Each of these categories include: Aging and Cosmetic Issues - Eyelid Lift (Blethroplasty)
- Eyebrow Lift
Reconstructive Surgery - Eyelid and/or Eyebrow Lift
- Ptosis
- Entropion & Ectropion
- Eyelid Lesions & Skin Cancers
- Trauma/Injury
- Eyelid Spasms, including Blepharo Spasms & Hemifacial Spasms
Tearing Problems - Ocular Surface Conditions
- Eyelid Laxity
- Tear Drain Blockage (Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction)
Orbital Conditions - Thyroid Eye Disease
- Orbital Tumers
- Trauma
- Congenital Disorders (Conditions from Birth)
How Conditions Requiring Eye Plastic Surgery May Arise There are a broad range of causes, both medical and aesthetic, that can lead to the need for eye plastic surgery or reconstructive eye surgery. Oculoplastic operations are performed most commonly to treat problems involving the tear drain system, and tumors and trauma of the eyelids, face, and orbit. In addition, there are a number of eyelid and orbit conditions that may be caused by thyroid disease, obesity, and diabetes. And the natural process of aging is also a reason that many patients seek out eye plastic surgery. Vistar’s Eye Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Our ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgeon has completed the additional training in the plastic surgery field necessary to become board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology as a practicing and recognized eye plastic and reconstructive expert in this specialized field who has met the specific training requirements and is qualified to perform this delicate type of surgery to improve patients’ ability to see properly. |