Congenital cataract in left eye - cataract removed at age 2 but no lens implanted. This left me with amblyopia, strabismus, and ptosis in the left eye. At 17 - strabismus surgery - successful. Then, 6 months later - ptosis surgery. Now, the asymmetry is even worse. The crease is too high and my eye looks permanently swollen. It's been 4 years. Unfortunately, the ophthalmologist who performed the procedure did not want to own up to her mistake, so she refused to correct it.. Please help
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Answer: You are not a "good" candidate for ptosis surgery.
There is a eyelid asymmetry, however if we look at the photos very closely, you can see that the right eye socket and eye is slightly higher than the left side. This is usually a congenital anatomic variation; that is, it is present at birth. However, if you feel that the asymmetry is becoming...
Although it appears you have left upper eyelid ptosis, I believe it is too mild for surgery (although need more detailed evaluation to determine). An alternative option may be right upper blepharoplasty for improved eye symmetry.
It its unlikely that more time will make more difference. The right upper eyelid is still heavy. Your have minimal double folds. Was that your goal? Often people want a little more platform exposure. Regarding what can be done, there is simply no substitute for a detailed in person assessment to...
