Oculoplastics

We have recently introduced a new service: oculoplastics. Please see below for a list of treatments and downloadable patient information leaflets.

Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty, commonly known as eyelid surgery, is a procedure designed to remove excess skin, muscle, and sometimes fat from the upper or lower eyelids. This can improve vision by lifting droopy lids and create a more youthful and rested appearance.

Ectropion

Ectropion surgery is a procedure to correct ectropion, a condition where the lower eyelid turns outward, causing it to pull away from the eye. This can lead to irritation, dryness, excessive tearing, and increased risk of infection. Ectropion surgery restores the natural position of the eyelid to improve comfort, protect the eye, and reduce symptoms.

Entropion

Entropion surgery is a corrective procedure for entropion, a condition where the eyelid turns inward, causing the eyelashes and skin to rub against the surface of the eye. This can result in discomfort, irritation, excessive tearing, and even damage to the cornea if untreated. Entropion surgery repositions the eyelid, protecting the eye and improving comfort.

Ptosis

Ptosis surgery is performed to correct drooping of the upper eyelids. This drooping can affect one or both eyes and may interfere with vision or contribute to a tired appearance. Ptosis surgery aims to lift the eyelid to improve vision and enhance facial symmetry.

Syringing and probing for watery eyes (epiphora)

To identify where the tear drainage system may be blocked and to help the doctor decide what type of operation you may need; the doctor may gently probe and syringe the drainage system. The procedure is to make a diagnosis and plan treatment but a small number of patients might notice improvement of their symptoms.

Eyelid lesions

Lumps in the eyelids (eyelid lesions) are very common and have a variety of causes, ranging from harmless (benign) cysts to cancerous (malignant) cells. You may need to have your lesion surgically removed for functional (e.g. to improve your vision) or to identify the cause of the lesion. There are three ways in which eye lesions can be surgically removed: punch biopsy, excisional biopsy or Mohs micrographic surgery (MMS).

Chalazion

A chalazion is a harmless cyst caused by a blocked meibomian gland in the eyelid. Meibomian glands in the eyelid produce an oil which helps keep the eye moist. If the gland becomes blocked, the oil builds up into a cyst which looks like a small lump in the eyelid. The lump can become irritated and red and, occasionally, infected.