Oculoplastic Surgery

At Andersen Eye Associates, all oculoplastic surgery is performed by  Dr. Gregory Hazen, a Board Certified - Fellowship Trained Ophthalmologist. Eyelid Surgery is performed both in the office and in a state-of-the-art surgical facility on an outpatient basis.

Common Eyelid Conditions and Treatment 

• Loose, droopy or "baggy" eyelids
• Tear duct blockages
• Damage from injury 

Blepharoplasty is a term for removal of excess skin(dermatochalasis) of the eyelids for cosmetic or visual reasons.

Ptosis is drooping of the lid itself with or without excess skin. This condition can occur in adults and children.

Eyelids can turn in (entropion) or turn out (ectropion) causing functional problems with the eyes and lead to troublesome symptoms or visual loss.

Oculoplastic surgery repairs the result of injury, improves the appearance of the eyelid and, most importantly, allows the eyelids to adequately protect the eye.

A Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained oculoplastic surgeon is specifically trained in performing eyelid surgery to improve your appearance and protect your vision.

What to expect from oculoplastic surgery

Eyelid surgery is preformed as outpatient surgery under local anesthesia with or without sedation.  The procedures are typically 15 to 45 minutes
long and patients usually return to normal activity in a few days.  Details of each customized surgical plan and recovery period are discussed at the
consultation visit.
   
A test for tear production MAY be preformed.

Surgical evaluation

If you wear contacts or glasses, bring these with you to the initial evaluation with your surgeon.

• At the evaluation, you will provide medical information and a complete medical history.
• You must inform your surgeon if you have allergies, if you smoke or if you take any medication.
• Your eyes will be examined and a test for tear production will be performed.
• Your surgeon will discuss with you why you are interested in the procedure and what your expectations are.
• Your surgeon will explain the surgical techniques, type of anesthesia, risks and costs. 
• Ask any and all questions you may have about the procedure--prior to your surgery.

Health insurance and procedure costs

If your vision is affected or if there is a medical reason for the procedure, your health insurance may cover all or part of the fee.  Health insurance typically does not cover a "cosmetic" procedure.