Oculoplastic and Cataract Centre

10/10/2024

World Sight Day 2024. Focusing the attention of the world on the importance of eye care in young people and inspiring children everywhere to love their eyes.

12/09/2021

Before and after of a patient who had a droopy eyelid repaired. Performed as a same day procedure under local anaesthetic. If you have a droopy eyelid give us a call at 319-EYES to set up a consultation to discuss your options.

27/05/2021

Ptosis
This condition is commonly known as “droopy eyes” or “sleepy eyes". It is usually due to a weakened muscle that is responsible for opening the eyelids. Fortunately oculoplastic surgeons can treat many types of eyelid problems. If the condition is left untreated it may limit your visual field and affect your appearance.
If you would like to find out more about this condition called Ptosis you can book a consultation today via telephone 319-3937 or Visit our website at

https://www.oculoplasticandcataractcentre.com/

21/05/2021

CHALAZION. This is another chalazion drainage before and after. For further info click here
https://www.oculoplasticandcataractcentre.com/post/how-do-i-treat-an-eye-lid-bump

20/05/2021

A chalazion is caused by a blockage of an oil gland in the eyelid. Home remedies include warm massages. Surgical drainage is an option if it does not resolve with warm massages. Below is a picture of a patient after drainage. https://www.oculoplasticandcataractcentre.com/post/how-do-i-treat-an-eye-lid-bump

19/05/2021

Oculoplastic surgery, also known as eyelid plastic surgery, and orbitofacial surgery is a subspecialty field of medicine that is the combination of eye surgery and plastic surgery. In order to become an oculoplastic surgeon, one must first train in ophthalmic surgery (ophthalmology). Then, additional training in an oculoplastic fellowship is required. Common conditions treated include ptosis (droopy lids), baggy eyelids, eyelid moles and cysts, eyelid lumps, etc....

18/05/2021

Ophthalmology services available at our eye clinic.

18/05/2021

Oculoplastic services available at our eye clinic.

18/05/2021

Ophthalmic scans available at our eye clinic

18/05/2021

List of different ophthalmic laser procedures offered at our eye clinic.

31/08/2020

Happy Independence Day Trinidad and Tobago.

02/08/2020

In Trinidad and Tobago and the Caribbean, growths on the outer surface of the eye are common. Click here to learn more about how to prevent them or treat them if you have this condition. Call us at 319-EYES, 319-3937 to book a consultation.

What is a Pterygium? Sometimes referred to as “Surfer’s Eye”. A pterygium is a common eye problem in the tropics. It is a pink flesh like growth on the front of the eye. It occurs most frequently on the side of the eye closer to the nose but can occur on the outer aspect of the eye a...

01/08/2020

In Trinidad an Tobago we are exposed to significant UV rays all year long. They have effects on our eyes. Did you know they are associated with cataract formation and pterygium in addition to other conditions. Protect your eyes by wearing UV shades in the sun and having regular eye exams to detect these changes. Give us a call at 319-EYES(3937). Find out more at https://www.oculoplasticandcataractcentre.com/

01/08/2020

Become eye smart by becoming sun smart. The UV rays of the sun can be damaging to both our eyes and skin. Some medications can make this effect more dramatic. Remember to wear sunscreen and UV shades when exposed to the sun.
😎. The UV rays can lead to pterygia and cataract in your eyes that may require surgery.

01/08/2020

08/07/2020

Can a cataract grow back after cataract surgery?
Click here to find out.
https://www.oculoplasticandcataractcentre.com/post/can-cataracts-grow-back-after-cataract-surgery

Call us at 319-EYES or 319-3937

After successful cataracts surgery some people may develop the symptoms they originally complained about when they had cataracts. Leaving them wondering “Have my cataracts grown back?”

02/07/2020

What is that brown spot in my eye? Find out here https://www.oculoplasticandcataractcentre.com/post/what-is-that-brown-spot-in-my-eye
It can be in one eye or both; it can be light or dark. 👁 Find out more about it here.

Pigmentation or brown spots on the surface of the eyes are very common particularly in darker skinned individuals. The most common type is a mole or correctly called a “nevus” just like that on your skin.

21/06/2020

Happy Father's Day