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What is an oculoplastic surgeon and what do they treat?

Posted December 14th, 2017

The field of oculoplastic surgery combines the precision and microsurgery of ophthalmology with the aesthetic and reconstructive concepts of plastic surgery. Oculoplastic surgery is a small, highly selective subspeciality of ophthalmology. Oculoplastic surgeons complete a residency in ophthalmology and then a fellowship in Oculoplastic surgery.

Cosmetic Oculoplastic Surgery

Oculoplastic surgeons are focused on the cosmetic concerns around the eyes, upper face and eyebrows. They have extensive training handling the delicate structures around the eyelids.