Oculoplastic Surgery
Tauranga Eye Specialists - Exceptional Care, Exceptional Results
At Tauranga Eye Specialists, our expert oculoplastic surgeons combine meticulous skill, advanced technology, and personalised care to deliver life-changing results.
Whether you’re seeking a rejuvenated look or relief from a complex eye condition, you’re in the hands of leaders in ophthalmology.
What is Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery?
Oculoplastic and lacrimal surgery focuses on the delicate structures surrounding the eyes, including the eyelids, tear ducts, and orbit (the bony cavity housing the eye). This specialised field addresses functional and cosmetic concerns, such as repairing droopy eyelids (ptosis), removing excess upper eyelid skin (dermatochalsis), removing eyelid tumours, or reconstructing the orbital area after trauma.
Lacrimal surgery, a subset of oculoplastic surgery, treats tear duct disorders to restore proper tear drainage and alleviate chronic watering or infections (epiphora). These procedures require precision and a deep understanding of the eye’s anatomy, ensuring optimal outcomes while preserving vision and overall eye health.
When is Oculoplastic Surgery Needed?
Oculoplastic surgery may be recommended for a variety of reasons, including:
- Age-related changes to the eyelids, such as drooping or sagging skin that affects vision
- Injuries or trauma to the eye area that require reconstruction
- Congenital conditions affecting the eyelids or orbit, such as ptosis in children
- Cosmetic concerns, such as excess eyelid skin or bags under the eyes
In addition to these common indications, oculoplastic surgery can also address certain medical conditions like thyroid eye disease and Graves’ disease. Our team of skilled surgeons will work closely with you to determine the best treatment.
What We Offer
We offer a comprehensive oculoplastic service, including but not limited to:
- Excessive upper eyelid skin (Dermatochalasis) requiring Blepharoplasty
- Eyelid benign lesions (“lumps and bumps”)
- Eyelid skin cancers
- Eyelid turning out (Ectropion) or turning in (Entropion)
- Droopy upper eyelid (ptosis)
- Watery eye (epiphora)
- Eye socket issues (e.g. lesion, inflammation etc).
Why Our Clinic for Oculoplastic and Lacrimal Surgery?
At Tauranga Eye Specialists, we are proud to be recognised as one of New Zealand’s highest volume ocular surgery providers. With years of expertise and thousands of successful outcomes, we’ve built a reputation for trust and excellence.
Local, personalised care from internationally acclaimed specialists
Easily accessible for private patients from Coromandel, the Waikato and Auckland.
Wide range of subspecialties under one roof, so you can be treated for multiple conditions at the same time, minimising stress and inconvenience.
Internationally acclaimed surgeons trained at world-leading institutions ( Bristol Eye Hospital in the UK, Moorfields Eye Hospital, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital & University Hospital Southampton Foundation NHS Trust).
Leaders in ophthalmology, holding positions in esteemed organisations like The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists.
Access to the latest treatments and exclusive advanced technologies.
Personalised care with a broad range of options tailored to individual needs.
Personalised care with a broad range of options tailored to individual needs.
