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Eyelid Trauma and Injury
The eyelids are a very important part of your anatomy. This thin, delicate skin protects your eyes from sunlight, injury and the elements. The tear drains are important for lubricating your eyes by spreading tears across the cornea. The eyelid is a moving, functional body part, opening and closing when needed.
Eyelid reconstruction may be beneficial following:
- Injury or physical trauma
- Defect after skin cancer surgery
- Defect after removal of growth
- Complication from a previous eyelid surgery
The eyelid skin is quite thin and there is very little fat. For this reason, it can be torn or injured easily if you have been involved in an accident or trauma. Such an injury may require reconstruction of the eyelid skin or tear drains depending on the extent of damage. Eyelid reconstruction is often necessary after surgery to remove a tumor or growth from the eyelid area. If the cancer surgery leaves of significant divot – or a hole where tissue was removed – then reconstruction surgery can restore the tissue lost in this area. We strive to deliver the best eyelid reconstruction Philadelphia has to offer. This surgery is important for both facial appearance and the proper function of the eyelid.