Do surgeons wear magnifying glasses in the operating room or only those trained in microsurgery?

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For capsulectomy especially.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear pinkgolden11,
in most cases, there is no need for magnifying glasses in the operating room. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Garrett A. Wirth, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

There are many surgeons that have just become more comfortable always wearing the magnifying glasses or loupes in the operating room and it also provides them some eye protection.  It is not necessary to wear for all procedures and mostly personal preference in most general cases.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Most plastic surgeons have been trained with microsurgery and the use of magnifying glasses for certain procedures. I personally see well enough that I do not use glasses for removing implants and capsules.

Heather Vande Ven, DO · Answer

Hello! Thank you for your question and long answer made simple - it is surgeon preference. The magnifying glasses we use are called Loupes and can be used on any case. Some surgeons prefer to use them all the time and some prefer not to use them. Hope this helps!
Dr. Vande Ven

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Surgeons have a host of tools available to them to safely complete your procedure with precision.  Each will have her/his own way of going about this.  If you have specific concerns or questions I encourage you to ask your surgeon.  It is important that you feel comfortable and confident with your surgeon as you prepare for your procedure.

Do surgeons wear magnifying glasses in the operating room or only those trained in microsurgery?

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