Eyelid Implants, External Eyelid Weights, and Lagophthalmos Treatments — FCI Ophthalmics
FCI Ophthalmics is dedicated to helping physicians provide both surgical and non-surgical solutions, including eyelid implants and external eyelid weights, for the treatment of eyelid difficulties. The ophthalmic surgical devices and treatment methods developed by FCI address issues related to lagophthalmos, ptosis, ptosis with frontalis suspension, and ocular exposure associated with temporary facial paralysis or Bell’s palsy. FCI Ophthalmics is a world leader in the development of ophthalmic treatments and surgical devices.
To learn more about eyelid implants, external eyelid weights, lagophthalmos treatment methods, and our many other products, contact FCI Ophthalmics.
- Ptosis Strips
- Wright Fascia Needle
- Ptosis Slings
- Lid Weights for Lagophthalmos
- Tantalum Sizing Set for Eyelid Implants and External Eyelid Weighs
- Blinkeze™ External Eyelid Weights with Treatment Kit
- Downloads
Ptosis Strips
Ptosis strips from FCI Ophthalmics have been developed to treat frontalis suspension in patients with significant ptosis and poor levator functioning. FCI Ptose-Up strips are easy to place and adjust, and they provide an excellent eyelid contour. The strips are made of a biocompatible, porous, inert, biointegratable, non-toxic, ready to use, non-allergenic material. FCI ptosis strips can be removed in the case of overcorrection, or if the patient experiences dry eye problems as a result of treatment.
- Designed by J.M. Ruban, M.D.
- Material: ePTFE (expanded Poly Tetra Fluoro Ethylene)
- Porosity: 50µm
- Dimensions: 150 mm long and 2 or 3 mm wide, 0.35 mm thick
- S3-3021u
S3-3001u - Ptose-Up
2 mm x 150 mm
Ptose-Up
3 mm x 150 mm - Box of 1, sterile
Box of 1, sterile
Wright Fascia Needle
The Wright Fascia Needle may be used with FCI Ptose-Up .
- Stainless steel
- WF-1000u
- Stainless Steel
- Box of 1, non-sterile
Ptosis Slings
Ptosis slings from FCI Ophthalmics allow physicians to provide a highly effective treatment for ptosis with frontalis suspension.
- Designed by J.L. Llouquet, M.D. and D. Guerin, M.D.
- Stainless steel needles
- Silicone tubing
- S3-1000u
- Ptosis Sling Set
- Box of 3, sterile
Lid Weights for Lagaphthalmos
Implantable eyelid weights from FCI Ophthalmics are used for the treatment of lagaphthalmos. Thinprofile eyelid implants are 40 percent thinner than the original Contour™ eyelid implants. This provides a sleek, spherical curvature with tapered edges and smooth, rounded corners. For added freedom in suturing position, channel-free 1.0 mm holes are used. Although the time-tested Contour™ eyelid implants are still a highly effective treatment option, ThinProfile implants offer a more aesthetically pleasing treatment for lagaphthalmos.
ThinProfile Gold Eyelid Implants
- For the treatment of lagaphthalmos
Standard Sizes–Thickness 0.6 mm
- LL 4006
LL 4008
LL 4010 - 0.6 grams
0.8 grams
1.0 grams - LL 4012
LL 4014
LL 4016 - 1.2 grams
1.4 grams
1.6 grams
ThinProfile Platinum Eyelid Implants
- For the treatment of lagaphthalmos
Standard Sizes–Thickness 0.6 mm
- LL 6006
LL 6008
LL 6010
LL 6012
LL 6014
LL 6016
LL 6018 - 0.6 grams
0.8 grams
1.0 grams
1.2 grams
1.4 grams
1.6 grams
1.8 grams
Contour™ Gold Eyelid Implants
- For the treatment of lagaphthalmos
Standard Sizes –Thickness 1.0 mm
- Item No.
LL 3006
LL 3008
LL 3010
LL 3012
LL 3014
LL 3016
LL 3018 - Description
0.6 grams
0.8 grams
1.0 grams
1.2 grams
1.4 grams
1.6 grams
1.8 grams - Nominal Length
7.6 mm
10.2 mm
12.3 mm
14.5 mm
16.6 mm
18.8 mm
21.0 mm - Width
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
Special Sizes
- LL 3020
LL 3022
LL 3024
LL 3026
LL 3028 - 2.0 grams
2.2 grams
2.4 grams
2.6 grams
2.8 grams - 23.1 mm
25.2 mm
27.3 mm
29.4 mm
31.5 mm - 5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
Contour™ Platinum Eyelid Implants
- For the treatment of lagaphthalmos
Standard Sizes –Thickness 1.0 mm
- LL 5006
LL 5008
LL 5010
LL 5012
LL 5014
LL 5016
LL 5018 - 0.6 grams
0.8 grams
1.0 grams
1.2 grams
1.4 grams
1.6 grams
1.8 grams
Special Sizes
- LL 5020
LL 5022
LL 5024 - 2.0 grams
2.2 grams
2.4 grams - LL 5026
LL 5028 - 2.6 grams
2.8 grams
Tantalum Sizing Set for Eyelid Implants and External Eyelid Weighs
The tantalum sizing set is used for all eyelid implants and external eyelid weights. The proper weight should allow the eyelid to close without difficulties and induce a slight ptosis of no more than 1.0mm.
TEW 7000 Standard Sizing Set
- Includes seven weights from 0.6 to 1.8 grams, storage case, 100 adhesive strips and a skin tone selector card
TEW 7004 Special Sizing Set
- Includes five weights from 2.0 to 2.8 grams, storage case, 100 adhesive strips and a skin tone selector card
Blinkeze™ External Eyelid Weights with Treatment Kit
Blinkeze™ external eyelid weights provide those with lagophthalmos as a result of temporary facial paralysis or Bell’s palsy with an immediate and easy to apply treatment. Blinkeze™ can be quickly attached to the upper eyelid with the use of the MedDev EyeClose™ double-sided, hypoallergenic adhesive strips.
For the most effective external treatment of lagophthalmos, Blinkeze™ external eyelid weights provide continuous and reliable corneal protection with improved patient comfort. Wearing Blinkeze™ for as long as lagophthalmos persists decreases a patient’s reliance on ophthalmic ointments and lubricants, and the need for occlusion therapy may be eliminated.
- Made of painted tantalum
- Matches a variety of skin tones
- Non-implantable
- Item No.
TEW 6006
TEW 6008
TEW 6010
TEW 6012
TEW 6014
TEW 6016
TEW 6018 - Description
0.6 grams
0.8 grams
1.0 grams
1.2 grams
1.4 grams
1.6 grams
1.8 grams - Nominal Length
7.1 mm
9.5 mm
11.9 mm
14.3 mm
16.7 mm
19.0 mm
21.4 mm - Width
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
Special Sizes
- TEW 6020
TEW 6022
TEW 6024
TEW 6026
TEW 6028 - 2.0 grams
2.2 grams
2.4 grams
2.6 grams
2.8 grams - 23.8 mm
26.2 mm
28.6 mm
20.9 mm
33.3 mm - 5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
5.0 mm
Replacement EyeClose™ Adhesive Strips
EyeClose™ adhesive strips are used with external eyelid weights in the treatment of lagophthalmos.
- LL 0505
- for use with External Eyelid Weights, 100 strips
Downloads
- Videos - Frontalis Suspension Procedure Using Ptose-Up
- Education - Ptose-Up Strip Information
- Education - Surgical Technique for Eyelid Weight Implantation
- Education - MedDev Eyelid Closure Products — Reimbursement Guidelines
- Education - The Benefits of Gold Eyelid Implants for Temporary Facial Palsy Patients
- Articles - "New Material for Ptosis Repair Offers Ease of Placement, Good Results" — Ophthalmology Times — November 1, 2003
Contact us today if you would like to learn more about eyelid implants, external eyelid weights, and other products from FCI Ophthalmics used in the treatment of lagophthalmos.
FCI Ophthalmics
P.O. Box 465
Marshfield Hills, MA
02051
Tel: 866-595-4947
Tel: 781-826-9060
Fax: 781-826-9062
To learn more about the many products from FCI Ophthalmics, including eyelid implants, external eyelid weights for lagophthalmos treatment, and more, contact FCI today.