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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.

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  • Sarah Fackler, managing editor, Optometric Management

  • January 1, 2026

  • 4 min

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    Eyecare professionals can address both functional and aesthetic ocular concerns through combined treatment frameworks.

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    Technologies like IPL and RF are effective for treating conditions such as MGD, ocular rosacea, and periorbital aging.

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    Patient education on gradual improvement and treatment risks is essential for successful outcomes in aesthetic procedures.

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    Botulinum toxin is effective for dynamic facial rhytids, while static rhytids require resurfacing and fillers.

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    Layering therapies and a tailored skincare regimen can maximize results for patients with complex ocular and aesthetic needs.

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Blending Ocular Health and Aesthetics: Emerging Procedures for Optometric Practice

  • by Sarah Fackler, managing editor, Optometric Management

  • January 1, 2026

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