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title: Oculoplastics
description: "Oculoplastics is a subspecialty focused on the eyelids, tear ducts, and eye socket. It combines delicate surgery with attention to both eye health and appearance. ## Problems treated by oculoplastic surgeons These specialists manage conditions that affect comfort, protection, and…"
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updated: "2026-01-22"
category: "Treatments & Procedures"
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# Oculoplastics

Oculoplastics is a subspecialty focused on the eyelids, tear ducts, and eye socket. It combines delicate surgery with attention to both eye health and appearance.

## Problems treated by oculoplastic surgeons

These specialists manage conditions that affect comfort, protection, and how the eyes look. Many problems cause watering, irritation, or heaviness that interferes with daily life.

- Droopy lids ptosis and heavy baggy skin can be lifted to improve vision and comfort.
- Out-turning ectropion or in-turning entropion lids are repositioned to protect the eye.
- Blocked tear ducts that cause constant watering are diverted with new drainage channels.
- Benign and malignant eyelid lumps are removed and the lids carefully reconstructed.
- Orbital surgery helps with thyroid eye disease, fractures, or tumours around the eye.

## What patients can expect

Most [oculoplastic procedures](https://bluefinvision.com/oculoplastic-surgery/) are day case operations with local anaesthetic and sedation. Recovery is usually measured in days to weeks, with bruising and swelling early on.

- Cold compresses, ointments, and pain relief help ease discomfort after surgery.
- Stitches are often removed within one to two weeks or dissolve by themselves.
- Scars are placed in natural creases where possible and fade with time.
- Follow up visits check lid position, blinking, and eye surface health.
- Patients are encouraged to report any new pain, redness, or vision change promptly.