In simple terms, cosmetic ophthalmology also referred to as oculoplasty, is a significant branch of ophthalmology that not only deals with eye diseases but also with structures around the eye like orbit, eyebrows, eyelids, tear system, and more. Here are some of the many prominent treatment procedures under cosmetic surgery:
- Dermal Fillers
In layperson terms, a filler is referred to as an injection that is used to restore a youthful appearance and facial volume. Dermal filler is injected by the surgeon into the depressions right below the eyes, the line between the mouth and nose, and around the forehead and lips. Since anaesthetic cream is applied and fine needles are used in this procedure, these injections are almost painless.
- Blepharoplasty
Carried out by an oculoplastic surgeon, this is a surgical treatment for treating baggy, hooded, or fatigued eyelids by carefully removing fat, skin, or muscle from the lower/upper eyelid. This procedure drastically enhances the cosmetic appearance while increasing the visual field.
- Botox or Botulinum Toxin Injections
This is a highly prevalent aesthetic procedure that involves an injection of botulinum toxin into the muscles. Usually, this procedure is used on muscles that cause prominent activity lines of the face like lines around the mouth, vertical frown lines, smile lines, crow’s feet, and more. Similar to dermal filler, this procedure is also carried out by using fine needs after applying an anaesthetic cream, making the whole process comfortable and painless.
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