Which professional should treat my eye contour?

11/11/2024

It is essential for any physician providing aesthetic treatments to the eyelids and eye contour area to first confirm the absence of underlying conditions. For instance, drooping eyelids can be due to a condition known as eyelid ptosis, and any aesthetic concerns regarding the eye contour may also be related to other visual health issues.

Once the absence of abnormalities has been verified, the aesthetic approach to treating drooping eyelids—whether surgical or non-surgical—remains highly delicate. This is due to the dense vascular network in the eye contour area, the presence of nerve elements, the fragility and thinness of the skin in this area, and its proximity to critical structures like the eyes themselves.

The success of treatment depends not only on the products used or on the patient but also on the medical professional performing the procedure. For this reason, it is essential to seek out medical centres with a recognized track record to ensure greater safety, avoiding risks and adverse effects.

In this regard, consulting ophthalmologists who specialize in both oculoplastic surgery and aesthetic oculofacial medicine is a valuable choice. Their dual expertise provides extra assurance for patients undergoing any treatment for the eyelids or other concerns in the periocular area.

Dr. Sandra Planella, ophthalmologist at the Barraquer Ophthalmology Centre