Oculoplastics

Oculoplastics

Oculoplastics, or oculoplastic surgery, refers to a specialized area of medicine that combines the microsurgery of ophthalmology with the cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of plastic surgery. It is also known as ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery, or ophthalmic plastic surgery.

Pronunciation: /ˌɒkjʊləʊˈplæstɪks/

Etymology: The term "oculoplastics" is derived from the Latin "oculus" meaning "eye", and the Greek "plastikos" meaning "to shape or mold".

Related Terms

• Ophthalmology: The branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders.
• Plastic Surgery: A surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body.
• Microsurgery: A general term for surgery requiring an operating microscope.
• Reconstructive Surgery: The branch of surgery dedicated to the reconstruction of facial and body defects due to birth disorders, trauma, burns, and disease.
• Cosmetic Surgery: A type of plastic surgery that aims to improve a person's appearance, but it should be approached with caution.

History

The field of oculoplastics has evolved over the past century, with advancements in both ophthalmology and plastic surgery contributing to its development. The first oculoplastic procedures were performed in the early 20th century, and the specialty has grown significantly since then.

Procedures

Oculoplastic surgeons perform a wide range of procedures, including:

• Blepharoplasty: A surgical procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the upper and lower eyelids.
• Ptosis Repair: A procedure to correct drooping eyelids.
• Orbital Surgery: Surgery performed on the eye socket.
• Lacrimal Surgery: Surgery performed on the tear ducts.
• Eyelid Reconstruction: The reconstruction of the eyelid following trauma or tumor removal.

Training and Certification

Oculoplastic surgeons are typically board-certified in ophthalmology before they undergo additional training in plastic and reconstructive surgery. This additional training can take the form of a fellowship in oculoplastic surgery.

See Also

• Ophthalmologist
• Plastic Surgeon
• Microsurgeon
• Reconstructive Surgeon
• Cosmetic Surgeon

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Oculoplastics
• Wikipedia's article - Oculoplastics

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