What is an Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon?
An Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon is a board certified ophthalmologist with separate specialized (fellowship) training in cosmetic plastic surgery of the forehead/eyebrows, eyelids, midface (cheeks), and reconstructive surgery of the same areas, tear duct and orbits (bones which protect the eyes). This is a highly specialized field within plastic surgery with specific expertise in the eyes and areas around the eyes.