Squint & Oculoplastic
Squint & Oculoplasty
A Squint or Strabismus develops when the eye muscles do not work in a balanced way and the eyes do not move together correctly. This loss of coordination between the muscles of the two eyes leads to misalignment.
Treatment
Squint does not correct on its own. Treatment of squint should begin as early as possible. Squint treatment for children includes muscle exercises, the use of prisms in spectacles, and surgery to correct squint. Amblyopia therapy may also be required in cases with lazy eyes. To improve vision, the weakened muscles in the affected eye or eyes must be put to work. Several Squint treatment techniques may be used alone or in combination, depending on the type, severity, and cause of strabismus, including – Eyeglasses or contact lenses that may help people who have crossed eyes due to uncorrected farsightedness.
oculoplasty
The Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery Service focuses on functional disorders of the eyelids, orbit (eye socket), and lacrimal (tear drainage) system, as well as cosmetic enhancement of the area surrounding the eye. It also includes the management of tumors around the eye which need specialized care and reconstruction. Our expertise includes reconstructive and cosmetic eyelid surgery, management of tear drainage disorders, and treatment of orbital diseases, including tumors, inflammation, and thyroid eye disease.