Droopy Eyelid Correction (Ptosis)
What is Ptosis (droopy eyelids)
Ptosis is a condition that causes the upper eyelid to droop or drop. In severe cases, the upper eyelid droops far enough down over the eyeball to restrict vision partially or in some cases, completely.
Symptoms of Ptosis can include but are not limited to; Droopy Eyelids, Limited field of vision, difficulty keeping eyes open, eyebrow raising or head tilting, headaches and frustration.
Our Process
Some people opt to undergo ptosis repair surgery to correct the droopy eyelids issue. If you are considering ptosis surgery, we will assess your medical history and your currently ocular health before making a recommendation. It is essentially the process of lifting the eyelids to improve vision. The surgery is highly specialized and our surgeon has specialized training in addition to medical school and a residency in eye surgery and ophthalmology.
Symptoms
- Drooping eyelid(s)
- Limited/restricted field of vision
- Head tilting or eyebrow raising
- Difficulty in keeping eyes open
- Frustration
- Headaches
Causes
Aging can cause Ptosis, but that isn’t the only cause. Some can include:
- Genetics
- Eye Injury
- Nerve Damage
- Eye surgery complications
- Long term use of rigid contact lenses
- Opioid drug use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ptosis surgery is correcting the condition that causes the upper eyelid to droop or drop
- Drooping eyelid(s)
- Limited/restricted field of vision
- Head tilting or eyebrow raising
- Difficulty in keeping eyes open
- Frustration
- Headaches
Aging can cause Ptosis, but that isn’t the only cause. Some can include:
- Genetics
- Eye Injury
- Nerve Damage
- Eye surgery complications
- Long term use of rigid contact lenses
- Opioid drug use.
- Stiff eyelids
- Swelling
- Blurry Vision
- Dry Eyes