Highland Park Eyelid Surgery doctors
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Adam J. Cohen, MD
Chicago Oculoplastic Surgeon
4709 Golf Road 12th Floor, Skokie |
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Julius W. Few, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
875 North Michigan Avenue The John Hancock Center - Suite 3850, Chicago |
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David A. Ross, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
875 N. Rush st., Chicago |
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Laurie Casas, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
2050 Pfingsten Road Suite 270, Glenview |
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Peter D. Geldner, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
680 N Lake Shore Dr Ste 1325, Chicago |
Recent Answers
My left eye lid droops low when I'm tired and I want to get it fixed. I'm not sure whether it can be fixed or not because it's not a constant problem. Can it? And if so, what would the procedure be called?
A droopy (ptotic) eyelid that occurs when tired could be a sign of an underlying condition called myasthenia gravis. Myasthenia gravis is a condition that results in weakening of muscles, especially when tired. Since the eyelid muscles are among the most active in the body, ptosis that occurs when tired can be the first sign of myasthenia gravis.
Once this condition has been ruled out , a variety of outpatient procedures that are safe and highly successful are available to repair a drooping eyelid.
My 18 year old son has gone through 6 surgeries for correction of ptosis of the left eye. He has had these surgeries with 3 different ocular plastic surgeons unfortunately without success. The last 2 surgeries a frontalis sling was inserted and a revision was made. Is there any other procedure that can be done to help make the eyes more symmetrical? He acquired ptosis in 8th grade and is now a senior in high school going off to college this fall. He is very self conscience of his eye.
Several procedures are available for ptosis correction. At this juncture removal and replacement or adjustment of the sling along with possible removal of the tarsus (a structure within the eyelid) may offer a more symmetric result. Additionally I would be curious to know what other surgeries have been performed to better understand your son's situation.
You should also be aware that his right upper eyelid is resting in an abnormally high position (eyelid retraction), adding to asymmetry between the eyelids. This is likely due to Hering's response- a response by the brain to elevate the eyelids after sensing the left upper eyelid is ptotic. With better positioning of the left upper eyelid, the right upper eyelid should fall to a more normal position.
In 2007 I had upper and lower Bleph. Incisions were on the outside of the lids. The lower lid incisions were too low and aggressive (according to my ophthalmologist). I am trying to determine what would be the most appropriate procedure(s) to repair the asymmetry and droopy lower lids, that would have the greatest chance of success in correcting this very unattractive problem.
It appears that the lower eyelids have become out turned (ectropion) and pulled down (retracted) following your surgery. These are complications of lower eyelid blepharoplasty.
Although some surgeons would recommend tightening of the lower eyelids(canthoplasty), this procedure when performed alone would likely not improve or may worsen your condition.
In order to correct your lower eyelid appearance and position, both the front and back of the eyelid would need to be "built up" along with eyelid tightening. In addition, fat re-positioning or grafting would improve the hollowed appearance of your eyelids. Most of these procedures can be performed through an incision on the inside of the eyelid.
An oculoplastic surgeon would be best be suited to deal with your issues. I recommend finding an experienced surgeon who has dealt with type of problem.
