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Is This Ptosis? And is It Fixable Without Surgery?

asked 1 year ago by Anonymous8 in Kennesaw, GA
Latest answer by Peter A. Aldea, MD
Question viewed 1,235 times
Tags: upper eyelids, ptosis, options

I can't really figure out if the problem with my eyelid is caused by my lazy eye (although I had surgery to correct that when I was younger) or some type of ptosis. I feel like I look drowsy and spaced out all the time because of my droopy eyelid. I attached a picture because I'm not sure if this is ptosis at all. I don't want to get a surgery unless it will make my eyelids look the same size. I would also like to know if there are any alternatives to an eyelid surgery.

8 answers to Is This Ptosis? And is It Fixable Without Surgery?

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Sagging Upper Eyelid - Surgery or No Surgery?

Regarding:  "Is This Ptosis? And is It Fixable Without Surgery? I can't really figure out if the problem with my eyelid is caused by my lazy eye (although I had surgery to correct that when I was younger) or some type of ptosis. I feel like I look drowsy and spaced out all the time because of my droopy eyelid. I attached a picture because I'm not sure if this is ptosis at all. I don't want to get a surgery unless it will make my eyelids look the same size. I... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Yes you do have ptosis

You need to be seen by a plastic surgeon with experience in treating eyelid problems. From your picture ( important to note physical examination is required) you have ptosis in your left eye and because your brain is attempting to lift your eyelid as much as possible, you have overcompensation of your right eyelid, causing widening of the vertical dimension. There is no medical treatment for this, you will need surgery. Good luck
Victor Manuel Perez, MD

Kansas City Plastic Surgeon
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Is this eyelid ptosis, or a "droopy" eyelid?

You may very well have eyelid ptosis on one side, but it is difficult to tell from this picture.  An examination would be needed to determine.  Often, one eyelid may actually have ptosis, but taping up the opposite lid during the exam may be necessary to unmask it. Best to see a plastic surgeon who has oculoplastic training or an oculoplastic eye doctor. Good luck.
Dean Fardo, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
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Not Ptosis.

It appears that you have some component of eyelid retraction.  Your issue to complicated to discuss via a blog.  I would recommend you see a couple of board certified plastic surgeons and board certified oculoplastic surgeons.  There are couple of excellent plastic surgeons in the Marietta and Paces Ferry area you should see. There are a couple of excellent oculoplastic surgeons in the Northside Hospital area.  This where you should start. Dr. ES
Earl Stephenson Jr., MD, DDS

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
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Asymmetric upper lids and ptosis

The photo you provided does show asymmetric upper lid creases, but there does not seem to be significant drooping of the lid (ptosis). However, often a high upper lid crease is a sign of a weakness of the upper lid ligaments (levator aponeurosis) and this may not have been captured by your photograph.  I suggest you see an ophthalmologist for a complete evaluation.
Theda C. Kontis, MD

Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Is This Ptosis? And is It Fixable Without Surgery?

Maybe medial lid mild ptosis. See plastic eye specialists. There are possible medication drops that could help this. Or you may need a very minor levator repair. From MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski 3054 598 0091
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Nonsurgical ptosis repair

There are nonsurgical options to address ptosis but they are temporary.  They include Botox and Fillers, placed in strategic locations to allow eyelid elevation or lowering. Dr Taban
Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Asymmetric Eyelid Repair

It is somewhat difficult to tell from the picture. However, it appears that the eyelid crosses the iris at the same place on each side. This would mean that you do not have ptosis. There is a difference on the fullness of the eyelids, however. The right is much fuller than the left. The left looks almost sunken. If this is the case, then injection with a filler or fat on the left should solve the problem. See a Plastic Surgeon who specializes in facial rejuvenation, including the eyes... more
Robert T. Buchanan, MD

Highlands Plastic Surgeon

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