Te series Essentials in Ophthalmology was initi- to discuss clinically relevant and appropriate t- ated two years ago to expedite the timely trans- ics. Summaries of clinically relevant information fer of new information in vision science and have been provided throughout each chapter. evidence-based medicine into clinical practice. Each subspecialty area now has been covered We thought that this prospicient idea would be once, and the response to the frst eight volumes moved and guided by a resolute commitment in the series has been enthusiastically positive. to excellence. It is reasonable to now update our With the start of the second cycle of subspecialty readers with what has been achieved. coverage, the dissemination of practical inform- a Te immediate goal was to transfer inform- a tion will be continued as we learn more about tion through a high quality quarterly publication the emerging advances in various ophthalmic in which ophthalmology would be represented by subspecialties that can be applied to obtain the eight subspecialties. In this regard, each issue has best possible care of our patients. Moreover, we had a subspecialty theme and has been overseen will continue to highlight clinically relevant - by two internationally recognized volume edi- formation and maintain our commitment to e- tors, who in turn have invited a bevy of experts cellence. G. K. Krieglstein R. N.

Repair of Involutional Ectropion and Entropion: Transconjunctival Surgery of the Lower Lid Retractors

Update on Mohs Micrographic Surgery Techniques for Excision and Reconstruction of Periocular Tumors: A Multidisciplinary Approach
Upper Eyelid Retraction: Current Concepts in Management
Lower Eyelid Retraction: Current Concepts in Management
Surgical Orbital Anatomy
Periocular Capillary Hemangioma: New Concepts in Natural History and Response to Glucocorticoids
Venous-lymphatic Malformations (Lymphangioma) of the Orbit: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges
Thyroid-related Orbitopathy: New Immunologic Concepts and Future Implications
Decompression Surgery for Thyroid-Related Orbitopathy: Status of the Art and Unresolved Issues
Orbital Volume Augmentation with Injectable Self-inflating Hydrogel Pellet Expanders: A Minimally Invasive Approach
Hydroxyapatite Orbital Implant Exposure: Symptoms, Physiopathology, Treatment
Dermis Fat Implants
Rehabilitation of the Exenterated Orbit
Salivary Gland Transplantation
Recent Developments in the Diagnosis and Management of Congenital Lacrimal Stenosis
Cosmetic Rejuvenation of the Lower Face and Neck
Facial Sculpting with Injectable Filler Materials
Overview of Skin Resurfacing Modalities.