Eyelid Ptosis Surgery

Ptosis is the sagging or the drooping of the upper eyelid. The eyelid may only slightly droop or cover the pupil completely. Some patients with ptosis may have difficulty keeping the eyelids fully open, and their normal vision may be restricted or even prevented. This should not be confused with presence of excess skin, adipose tissue or muscle in the eyelid, which is typically treated with Blepharoplasty surgery. Some patients may raise their eyebrows to compensate for the effects of drooping eyelids. After being awake for a long time, when the muscles are tired, there can be more drooping. Ptosis can interfere with vision and may make the person who has it feel uncomfortable due to its effects on appearance.

Ptosis may occur due to many reasons such as weakening in the muscles, trauma, and congenital structure. The most common type of ptosis is the ptosis caused by the loosening of the muscle-bound tendon that lifts the eyelid as the person ages. Children may have congenitally droopy eyelids. A surgery on the eye that causes laxity in the muscle or tendon, but may also result in a droopy eyelid.

Ptosis surgery involves repairing the levator muscles that lift the eyelids located right above the upper the eyelids. The strength and functionality of these muscles determine your ability to fully open your eyes. Ptosis repair is performed with an incision made to the upper eyelid fold. During ptosis surgery, the surgeon typically shortens and repairs the muscular ligament in the upper posterior region of the eye. This option normally requires more recovery time and is only required for people diagnosed with ptosis as an eyelid problem. During ptosis operations, the muscle (levator muscle) that lifts the eyelid is tightened. This will ensure that the eyelid is raised to the desired position.