OCULOPLASTIC SURGERY IN MALAGA
Dr. Francisco Zamorano
The eyelids perform an essential function: protecting the ocular surface, maintaining eye hydration, and playing a key role in facial expression. Various pathologies can affect their position, mobility, or integrity, resulting in both functional and aesthetic consequences.
OCULOPLASTIC SURGERY MALAGA
The Right Choice
Correct functional and aesthetic eyelid conditions with the precision of a specialist in oculoplastic surgery.
Eyelid retraction
Lower eyelid retraction can create a sad, tired, or aged appearance. It is often accompanied by watering eyes, irritation, and exposure of the eye, which increases the risk of dryness and infection.
The main cause is usually transcutaneous lower blepharoplasty surgery, although it can also be due to trauma or scarring. The treatment consists of repositioning the eyelid at its correct anatomical height, improving function, eye protection, and the aesthetics of the eye.
Eyelid Tumors
The skin of the eyelids is constantly exposed to sunlight, making it a common area for the development of skin tumours. While most are benign lesions, their removal requires precision to preserve both eyelid function and aesthetics.
In the case of malignant tumors, early diagnosis and complete resection are essential, as some can compromise the patient’s life if they spread. The surgical objective is always threefold: to completely remove the tumor, to ensure good eye closure, and to achieve a harmonious aesthetic result.
Eyelid Malposition (Ectropion & Entropion)
Over the years, or following severe trauma, the eyelids can lose tension. When this causes the eyelid to turn outwards, it is called ectropion; when it turns inwards, it is called entropion. These common conditions cause dryness, discomfort, and irritation of the ocular surface, which can become chronic.
In addition, it can cause the tear not to be properly collected and the patient to experience constant tearing. The treatment is surgical, and aims to restore the natural position and tension of the eyelid, without the need for hospitalization.
Lagophthalmos
Lagophthalmos is the inability to close the eyelids completely. It can occur as a complication following upper blepharoplasty, causing dryness and damage to the ocular surface. It can also be caused by facial paralysis; in such cases, in addition to the closure defect, the lower eyelid may lose tone and drop from its normal position.
All of this can be associated with constant tearing that significantly impacts the patient’s daily life. Understanding the different ways in which lagophthalmos can affect the eyes is essential to developing an individualized treatment plan for each situation.
I am Dr Francisco Zamorano, an ophthalmologist specialising in Blepharoplasty with a solid background in oculoplastic surgery. I completed my ophthalmology residency at the Hospital Regional Universitario de Málaga, where I achieved an average score of 10 and received the award for Best Resident. Subsequently, I completed a fellowship in oculoplastic surgery at the Conde de Valenciana Institute of Ophthalmology in Mexico City.
Furthermore, I hold a Master’s degree in Aesthetic Medicine from the Complutense University of Madrid, focusing on advanced facial treatments. I am an active member of SECOP, ESOPRS, and SECPF, participating in congresses and specialised publications. In my practice, both public and private, I dedicate myself exclusively to oculoplastic surgery, understanding that sub-specialisation is the best way to achieve excellent results.
You can book a free visual assessment with Dr Zamorano at any of the Vistaláser centres in Malaga, Fuengirola, Marbella, or Granada.
- Vistaláser Málaga Centro
- Vistaláser Fuengirola
- Vistaláser Marbella
- Vistaláser Granada
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