Hello. I am in my early 20's and developed ptosis in my right eye about 5 years ago. I do not believe the drop is significant enough to warrant any insurance coverage, so I would be paying out of pocket for both procedures. Due to genetics, I have very hooded eyelids, and I would really like an upper blepharoplasty. I know window shopping for cheap repairs is not smart, but I am not looking to spend more than $4-5k on both. On average, how much should I be expecting to pay? Thanks in advance!
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Answer: Cost of Ptosis Surgery and Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Its really hard to tell since you should be judging that by seeing if your lid margins are at the same height nor not? If at the same height (or relationship to the iris), you have something else happening and a different procedure would be needed. So you should see your surgeon and be e...
You may or may not benefit from further ptosis surgery. Revision eyelid ptosis surgery is different than first time surgery as there is scar tissue present, but it is possible using different technique. Discuss with your surgeon. See following link.
