What is Oculoplastic Surgery?
Oculoplastic surgery includes cosmetic and reconstructive (medical) surgeries of the eyelid, face, orbit (eye socket) and tear drain system. There are also non-surgical solutions which include Botox and Dysport, dermal fillers, and injectables.
With age, the skin of the eyelids thins and stretches resulting in excess skin. Fatty tissues around eyes also become more prominent. For some, the result is a look of constant fatigue and age beyond their years. For others, the stretched eyelid skin can block the upper field of vision. Similarly, lower eye bags, puffiness, and dark pigmentation can cause a tired appearance. Through cosmetic outpatient upper and lower blepharoplasty and ptosis procedures, the eyelids can be restored for a more rested youthful appearance and improve the field of vision. More severe cases may require outpatient reconstructive surgery to elevate the eyelid to restore a full field of vision and provide symmetry of the eyelids. Other needs for reconstructive oculoplastic care include eyelid conditions that cause tearing, discomfort, and damage to the cornea; eye socket trauma and tumors; orbital decompression caused by thyroid or Graves’ disease; blocked tear ducts; and eyelash abnormalities.
Cosmetic eye surgeries
Upper Blepharoplasty – rejuvenate the appearance and improve the function of the eyelids
Lower Blepharoplasty – reduce lower eyelid bags, dark circles
Ptosis Repair – tighten drooping eyelid muscles
Brow Lift – reduces wrinkles, improve frown lines, and places the eyebrows in a youthful position
Reconstructive eye surgeries
Dermatochalasis & ptosis – repair drooping eyelids
Ectropion, entropion, eyelid retraction, orbital fractures, trauma, and tumors
Orbital decompression
Blocked tear duct surgery
Trichiasis treatment – eyelash abnormality
Non-surgical procedures
Botox & Dysport
Dermal fillers & injectables (Restylane, Radiesse, Juvéderm, and Sculptra)
Our Oculoplastics Specialist
Our modern, efficient facilities include four offices in Greenville, Simpsonville, and Easley. Each offers one-stop convenience for examinations, eyewear selection, purchase, and fittings.
