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Is this ptosis, skin laxity or volume loss? (Photo)

ItalianAussiJan 4, 2024
I have asymmetrical eyes that have worsened with age - I'm currently 34. I am considering surgery within the near future and would like to know what my issues are and what treatments would help. I'd like some non surgical options too. I'd like my eyes to be brighter and more "open" if that is possible

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Dr. Ralph M. Rosato, MD
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Answered on Jan 9, 2024
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You are beautiful just as you are. Your photos do suggest that you have mild upper eyelid ptosis. That does not mean that you need to run out and get ptosis surgery. The first photo really shows the eyelids appearing pretty normal. The other photos suggest a central leavtor disinsertion ptosis...

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Good morning, This is a great question, and one that I get asked about a lot. Ptosis is when the eyelid position is low. Imagine taking a light and flashing it at your eyes. You will see a light reflex in the middle of your pupil. The distance between that light and the eyelid margin (area where...

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Thank you for your query. You will need a thorough evaluation tho see if you have ptosis , however you can safely have a conservative ptosis repair done by a skilled Plastic surgeon even with somewhat prominent eyes. Your lower eyelids do not require a blepharoplasty procedure although...

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