Oculoplasty

Oculoplasty and reconstructive surgery is a highly specialized practice of ophthalmology that manages and treats deformities and abnormalities of the eyelids, Lacrimal (tear) system, the orbit (bony cavity surrounding the eye) and the adjacent facial structures.

In addition to focusing on disorders of the eye, the oculoplastic surgeon focuses on conditions that affect the bone structures around the eye and immediate facial area, including eyelids and eyebrows.

An oculoplastic surgeon diagnoses and treats blocked tear ducts, eyelid and orbital trauma, congenital abnormalities, orbital tumors and cancer of the eye tissue, thyroid eye disease, blepharoplasty and Ptosis (droopy eyelids).

Cosmetic surgery to improve vision as well as the appearance of eyelids and brows is also a major component of surgical expertise that is performed by this specialist.