Oculoplastic Services
Oculoplastics is a subspecialty of ophthalmology evaluating and treating conditions of the eyelid, lacrimal system, and orbit. There are various conditions within the scope of oculoplastics and here at Great Lakes Eye Care, Dr. Stanley Pletcher evaluates and treats many of these conditions with X years of experience.
Some common conditions that are diagnosed and treated include:
- Entropion (eyelids that turn inwards)
- Ectropion (eyelids that turn outwards)
- Ptosis (drooping eyelids)
- Dermatochalasis (excess eyelid skin)
- Brow Ptosis (drooping or sagging brows)
- Eyelid lesions or cancers
- Styes or Chalazion (infected or blocked oil glands of the eyelid)
- Nasolacrimal duct obstructions (blocked tear ducts)
- Graves Disease (prominent or bulging eyes from an overactive thyroid condition)
If you are experiencing any of the above, schedule an appointment with Dr. Pletcher to discuss your options.
Oculoplastic Surgery
Depending on your condition and the severity, surgery may be the best option to relieve you of symptoms. We provide upper and lower lid blepharoplasty, ectropion repair, entropion repair, ptosis repair, brow lifts, lesion removal, lid reconstruction and more.
Baggy Eyes (Blepharoplasty)
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure intended to remove excess skin from your upper eyelid, which is called dermatochalasis. This condition can become visually obstructive, making your daily activities difficult. If this sounds familiar, you may be eligible for a medical blepharoplasty, which is covered by your medical insurance if proven to be visually obstructive. Dr. Pletcher also performs cosmetic upper and lower lid blepharoplasties for patients that arenโt visually impaired by the excess skin but are bothered by the appearance of their eyelids. Lower lid blepharoplasties are always cosmetic and can be done for lower lid puffiness, or โbags,โ which is also called steatoblepharon.
Droopy Eyelids (Ptosis Repair)
Ptosis (also referred to as drooping eyelids or blepharoptosis) is the weakening of the muscles in the eyelid. The weakening can be caused by various things, such as aging, congenitally, cranial nerve palsies, Hornerโs Syndrome, Multiple Sclerosis and strokes.