At Elite Plastic Surgery, we approach the sensitive subject of eye removal surgery with care and expertise. Whether due to eye cancer or severe injury, our team is dedicated to providing compassionate support and state-of-the-art surgical options to help you navigate this challenging journey.
in Phoenix & Chandler, AZ
Introduction
For patients facing eye cancer or recovering from a severe injury, eye removal surgery can be a necessary yet daunting prospect. The decision often comes after exhaustive treatments have been explored, including chemotherapy, radiation, or attempts to salvage the eye. When these measures are no longer viable, and pain, risk of further cancer spread, or significant vision impairment are present, eye removal becomes a considered option. Our goal at Elite Plastic Surgery is to ensure you’re fully informed about the process, the implications for your health and well-being, and the cosmetic and functional outcomes you can expect. We’ll make every effort to ensure that your journey with us is guided by care and compassion. If you’d like to learn more about this procedure and how it can benefit you, reach out to Elite Plastic Surgery and set up your consultation with a team member today.
Eye removal surgery is performed to address eyes that are damaged, nonfunctional, or affected by cancer. The surgery removes the affected eye or its contents while preserving as much of the surrounding tissues as possible.
Evisceration, on the other hand, is a procedure where the contents of the eye are removed, but the sclera (white part of the eye) and sometimes part of the cornea are left intact. This surgery is an option for patients with severe eye pain due to a non-functional eye and in cases where there’s no risk of spreading an intraocular malignancy.
Like enucleation, evisceration allows the placement of an implant to support a prosthetic eye, aiming to achieve a natural look and movement that mirrors the unaffected eye. Our expert team will carefully match the prosthetic to your natural eye color and size, ensuring a seamless and aesthetically pleasing result.
Enucleation involves removing the eye while preserving the surrounding tissues and the eye socket. This procedure is typically recommended when there’s an intraocular tumor or when the eye has suffered irreparable damage. During enucleation, a spherical implant is placed in the eye socket to maintain its structure and facilitate the attachment of a custom-made prosthetic eye.
The procedure is performed under general anesthesia to ensure your comfort. Our surgeons at Elite Plastic Surgery are focused not only on removing the damaged or diseased eye but also on preparing the socket for the best possible cosmetic result with a prosthetic eye, striving for symmetry with the remaining eye and a natural appearance.
You may be a candidate if your eye is severely injured, painful, non-functional, or affected by intraocular cancer. Candidates include those who have exhausted other treatment options or face risks to overall health if the eye remains in place.
Your surgeon, an Elite Plastic Surgeon, will evaluate your health, the condition of your eye, and your goals to determine the best approach for you.
Undergoing eye removal surgery can significantly improve the quality of life for individuals with severe eye pain, unmanageable infections, or cancer. Beyond alleviating physical discomfort and mitigating health risks, these surgeries offer emotional and psychological relief by providing a path forward after a difficult diagnosis or injury.
The ability to fit a prosthetic eye also offers cosmetic benefits, helping patients regain confidence in their appearance and engage more fully in social activities.
Eye removal surgery is performed under general anesthesia to ensure comfort.
For enucleation, the entire eye is removed and replaced with a spherical implant. For evisceration, the eye’s internal contents are removed while the sclera and sometimes the cornea remain intact. The implants allow for a prosthetic eye to move naturally with the other eye.
During your consultation at Elite Plastic Surgery in Phoenix or Chandler, AZ, your surgeon will review your medical history, assess the condition of your eye, and discuss both enucleation and evisceration options. The conversation will include potential benefits, risks, expected outcomes, and the process of fitting a prosthetic eye.
You’ll also have an opportunity to ask questions about recovery, appearance, and function to make an informed decision.
Your Guide to Post-Eye Removal Care
Recovery from eye removal surgery involves a period of healing and adjustment. Initially, you may experience swelling and discomfort, both of which can effectively be managed with medication. Within a few weeks, the swelling will subside, and your focus will shift to adapting to life with a prosthetic eye. The team at Elite Plastic Surgery provides comprehensive aftercare, including fitting your prosthetic eye and ensuring it is comfortable and meets your expectations in appearance.
We’ll support you through every step of this process, from your initial consultation to your post-procedural recovery, offering guidance and empathy to help you adjust to this significant life change. If you’d like to learn more about these procedures and the benefits they can offer you, reach out to Elite Plastic Surgery and speak with a helpful team member to set up your initial consultation and begin your journey today.
The cost of an Eye Removal Surgery in Chandler and Phoenix varies depending on the complexity of the case, the type of surgery performed, and whether a prosthetic eye is included.
Your detailed estimate will be provided to you during your consultation.
Eye removal surgery is life-changing, and it requires more than just surgical skill; it requires a team that understands the emotional weight of the procedure.
At Elite Plastic Surgery in Phoenix and Chandler, AZ, Dr. Rozbeh, Dr. Radbeh, and Dr. Ramyar Torabi approach every case with precision and respect. They focus on maintaining the integrity of the eye socket, optimizing it for a prosthetic, and preserving facial symmetry so that your appearance after recovery feels natural.
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Facing eye removal surgery can feel overwhelming, but at Elite Plastic Surgery, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Reach out to our Phoenix or Chandler offices today to schedule your consultation.
Chandler | Call us at (480) 535-9867
Phoenix | Call us at (480) 500-6332