Ptosis (drooping eyelids)
Ptosis (Drooping Eyelids)
We perform 8 different techniques to correct it
We consider 2 important aspects: eyesight and appearance
What is Ptosis?
Eyelid ptosis refers to the drooping of the upper eyelid, typically due to dysfunction of the levator muscle, which can occur because of degenerative or congenital causes.
What Causes Ptosis?
Aging is the most common cause of ptosis. The condition can occur in several forms:
- Aponeurotic Ptosis: The most common type, caused by the aging of the eyelid muscles and loosening of the levator muscle, leading to eyelid drooping.
- Neurogenic Ptosis: Occurs due to a lack of nerve stimulation to the muscle, often appearing in children (e.g., Marcus Gunn syndrome).
- Mechanical Ptosis: Results from a cyst or tumor in the upper eyelid that causes "mechanical" drooping.
- Myogenic Ptosis: The levator muscle of the upper eyelid fails to function properly, preventing the eyelid from remaining in its normal position.
How Can It Be Prevented?
While ptosis itself cannot be prevented, it can be easily detected in its early stages. Intervention before the visual field is affected or the cosmetic impact worsens can prevent further complications, such as torticollis (neck pain) and discomfort from the dysfunction.
Symptoms of Ptosis
- Drooping upper eyelid that may partially or completely cover the eye
- Reduced visual field
- The need to tilt the head back or lift the eyelid with a finger to see clearly
Associated Treatments
The primary treatment for ptosis is surgery. The goal of the surgery is to repair the tendon that lifts the eyelid or restore normal muscle tone. At IMO, we use various techniques to correct ptosis, selecting the most appropriate procedure based on the specific characteristics of each case. These procedures are performed using minimally invasive techniques with no visible incisions.