LASER BLEPHAROPLASTY AND SKIN RESURFACING

The purpose of the Committee on Ophthalmic Procedures Assessment is to evaluate on a scientific basis new and existing ophthalmic tests, dev ices, and procedures for their safety, efficacy, clinical effectivenes s, and appropriate uses. Evaluations include examination of available literature, epidemiologic analyses when appropriate, and compilation o f opinions from recognized experts and other interested parties. After appropriate review by all contributors, including legal counsel, asse ssments are submitted to the Academy's Board of Trustees for considera tion as official Academy policy.