• A full ophthalmological examination and eyelid and periocular examination
• Photos are taken to assess the patient’s condition before and after treatment
• A Hertel test is conducted (also known as exophtalmometry). This consists of measuring the position of both eyes.
• In addition, an orbital CT scan is also carried out.

This treatment takes place in the operating theatre of the out-patient’s unit. This surgical procedure can be carried out by means of various techniques, depending on each patient’s case. The most common are the following:

• Skin graft
• Fat graft
• Insertion of “Medpor” or titanium plates

Depending on the surgical technique used, the surgeon extracts tissue from other parts of the patient’s body to then graft it into the orbit.

• The surgeon occludes the patient’s eye for 24 hours (however in some cases this occlusion may be extended to one week) and the patient must also take antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Ice must be applied to the treated area during the first few weeks.
• It is also important to have enough rest for the first few days and avoid picking up heavy objects and taking exercise.