Eyelid Surgery
Chalazion Surgery: When Removal Is Needed
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Eyelid Surgery
Specialist oculoplastic eyelid surgery, planned around eyelid function and natural appearance.
Procedures
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- Upper Blepharoplasty Upper blepharoplasty removes excess skin and tissue from the upper eyelids to improve comfort, visibility, and a natural, refreshed appearance.
- Lower Blepharoplasty Lower blepharoplasty addresses under-eye bags and lower eyelid skin excess to restore a smoother, rested contour while protecting eyelid support and function.
- Combined Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty Combined upper and lower blepharoplasty addresses the upper and lower eyelids in a single planned operation for balanced, harmonious eyelid rejuvenation.
More procedures
- Eyelid Lesions and Minor Eyelid Surgery Minor eyelid surgery addresses benign lesions, cysts, and growths on the eyelids with careful technique that respects the delicate periocular anatomy.
- Chalazion Surgery Chalazion surgery addresses persistent eyelid cysts that have not responded to conservative measures, using careful techniques suited to the eyelid margin.
- Eyelid Cysts, Nodules, and Skin Tags Assessment and treatment for benign eyelid cysts, nodules, and skin tags, with each lump evaluated before any removal is planned or performed.
- Xanthelasma Excision Xanthelasma excision removes the soft yellow plaques that form on the inner eyelids, with planning that protects eyelid shape, closure and the surrounding skin.
Oculoplastic expertise
Why Choose an Oculoplastic Surgeon
Oculoplastic surgeons train in ophthalmology and subspecialize in eyelid and periocular surgery, combining functional eye protection with aesthetic judgment.
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