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Is Asian Eyelid Surgery an Option for Ptosis?

asked 9 months ago by anon
Latest answer by A.J. Amadi, MD
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Tags: ptosis, alternative, Asian, frequency, options, reduce, results, symptoms, treatment

What are the symptoms of ptosis? Is ptosis more common for those of Asian descent? Is Asian eyelid surgery the only option?

3 answers to Is Asian Eyelid Surgery an Option for Ptosis?

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Eyelid position does vary among different ethnic groups, and is lower in Asians

In a study published in the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery [see link below], we were able to demonstrate that eyelid position DOES in fact vary among different ethnic groups. The study did not address the incidence or rate of development of Ptosis among difference ethnics groups, however. Margin-to-Reflex Distance [MRD] refers to the distance from the center of the pupil to where the eyelid rests in the natural open position. On average, a distance of 2 mm or less is... more
A.J. Amadi, MD

Seattle Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Asian eyelid surgery and ptosis

Most people regardless of race have slight asymmetry in the level of the upper eyelid position. When performing double eyelid surgery, the asymmetry needs to be addressed more precisely than in a standard eyelid procedure. Mild ptosis is common and is usually seen as looking "sleepy". Most people will undergo double eyelid surgery at the time of ptosis repair, but certainly can be separated out. If the ptosis is severe, it probably should be performed separately from the... more
Charles S. Lee, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Ptosis more common in Asians?

I do not recall reading in any medical journal that ptosis is more common in Asians. Certainly, you can have ptosis repair, if necessary, without performing the double eyelid procedure.
Lawrence Kass, MD

Saint Petersburg Oculoplastic Surgeon

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