The decision for enucleation is difficult for the patient and family. Our physicians discuss surgical indications and considerations with them while addressing their concerns regarding the decision to have this surgery and to describe the procedure that is advisable.

Enucleation techniques will include the attachment of the eye muscles to the implant sphere. The muscles are structurally left intact in the great majority of cases. Their attachment to the sphere stabilizes the implant position and fosters some movement of the socket and ultimately the prosthesis. Appropriately sized hydroxyapatite or medpore sphere implants are primarily used. The function of the implant is to replace the lost volume that occurs following enucleation. Approximately five weeks after the eye is removed, prosthesis fitting begins and is completed by the ocularist (non-surgical).