oculoplasticorbital

Oculoplastic orbital surgery, often referred to as oculoplastics or oculoplastic and orbital surgery, is a specialized field within ophthalmology. It focuses on the surgical and medical management of the structures surrounding the eye, including the eyelids, lacrimal (tear) system, and the orbit, which is the bony socket that houses the eyeball.

Oculoplastic surgeons address a wide range of conditions. These include cosmetic concerns such as drooping eyelids (ptosis), excess eyelid skin (dermatochalasis), and bags under the eyes (periorbital fat prolapse). They also treat functional problems like eyelid malpositions, such as ectropion (outward turning of the eyelid) and entropion (inward turning of the eyelid). Furthermore, this specialty handles injuries and trauma to the eye socket and eyelids, tumors affecting the eyelids and orbit, and diseases of the lacrimal system, including blocked tear ducts and excessive tearing.

Reconstructive surgery is a significant component of oculoplastics. This can involve rebuilding eyelids after skin cancer removal or repairing orbital fractures. Cosmetic procedures, like blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), are also performed to improve appearance. The goal of oculoplastic orbital surgery is to restore both the function and aesthetic appearance of the eye area, contributing to the patient's overall vision and quality of life.