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Blending Ocular Health and Aesthetics: Emerging Procedures for Optometric Practice

Eyecare professionals can address functional symptoms of ocular disease, as well as periocular aesthetic care and cosmetic concerns, in both separate and combined treatment frameworks, Selena McGee, OD, FAAO, Janelle Davison, OD, and Shalu Pal, OD, said in their “Beauty in Focus: Elevating Eyecare Through Ocular Aesthetics” presentation at Vision Expo.

  • By

  • Sarah Fackler, managing editor, Optometric Management

  • January 1, 2026

  • 4 min

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Objective:

To explore the integration of ocular health and aesthetic treatments in optometric practice.

Key Findings:
  • IPL effectively reduces inflammation and improves meibum flow.
  • RF is beneficial for skin tightening and addressing dry eye related to MGD.
  • Botulinum toxin can provide both aesthetic and functional benefits for dynamic wrinkles.
  • Layered therapies can maximize results for patients with multiple concerns.
Interpretation:

Optometrists can enhance patient outcomes by addressing both medical and aesthetic needs through a multimodal approach.

Limitations:
  • Potential complications from treatments such as erythema and blistering.
  • Need for careful patient selection and management of expectations.
Conclusion:

Integrating ocular health and aesthetic treatments can significantly improve patient satisfaction and quality of life.

Original Source(s)

Blending Ocular Health and Aesthetics: Emerging Procedures for Optometric Practice

  • by Sarah Fackler, managing editor, Optometric Management

  • January 1, 2026

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