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Ask a QuestionFor Blephoplasty, Which Would Be More Competent...a Oculoplastic Surgeon or a Regular Plastic Surgeon??
For Blephoplasty, Which Would Be More Competent...a Oculoplastic Surgeon or a Regular Plastic Surgeon??
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Which surgeon is best for blepharoplasty?
Unfortunately, like many questions in aesthetic medicine, there is no right answer. The reason is that it depends upon the exact problem. Plastic surgeons and oculoplastic surgeons are trained differently and therefore their skill sets differ. As a general rule; if you need a straightforward blepharoplasty, either specialty is fine and you will not get better results by choosing one over the other. If you have some complexity to the eyelid surgery, an oculoplastic surgeon...
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A Oculoplastic surgeon vs a regular plastic surgeon...
The most important thing to look at among qualified surgeons would be their specific experience with the exact procedure you desire. An oculoplastic surgeon specializes in plastic surgery of the eye and eyelids. Some of these surgeons may perform a lot of reconstructive procedures, but not many cosmetic procedures, or vice versa. A specific general plastic surgeon may specialize in body surgery, but may not do very many eyelids. A facial plastic surgeon may perform a...
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Oculoplastic Surgeon or a Regular Plastic Surgeon could be qualified
You will find qualified surgeons of both specialties (and sometimes not so qualified). Consult with 3 - 4 surgeons in your area to find the one that best meets your needs. Ensure the surgeon not only has the experience and expertise, but the understanding of your objectives.
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Experience matters most.
Oculoplastic surgeons usually limit their practice to plastic surgery of the eyes and face. Blepharoplasty is far and away the most common surgery an Oculoplastic surgeon performs, usually over a 100 per year.
General plastic surgeons usually do not limit their practice to only one part of the body. They do breast augmentation, tummy tucks, liposuction, as well as facial plastic surgery.
So on average, an Oculoplastics surgeon is likely more experienced with blepharoplasty than a...
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