My eyelids are not drooping, but my upper eyelids have always covered my eyes a lot. I would like to reduce my upper eyelids so that more of my eyes show. Am I candidate for ptosis surgery? Would it work to accomplish my goal? The first photo is of my eyes while smiling today. I made a sample mock-up in the 2nd photo of directionally how I'd like my eyes to look while smiling. The 3rd photo is how my eyes look like in neutral position.
Answer: You have ptosis. You need ptosis surgery not blepharoplasty. You have a bilateral central levator disinsertion ptosis. Undoubtedly you also have a compensatory eyebrow elevation. Repairing the ptosis will open the eyes and allow the eyebrows to look more normal. Likely this will also help you when you smile but to be quite honest, we do not guarantee what eyes will look like when you smile. No one does. That is because part of the effort you make when you smile is voluntary. I recommend being skeptical of anyone who suggests they could control that. Overall thought ptosis surgery will make the eyelid look more open and make you look brighter, more interested, and help you project an impression of being in control. The doctor's social medial writer who suggested that you have a blepharoplasty so also be taken with a grain of salt. A blepharoplasty will not fix the ptosis. A detailed in person assessment is needed to determine which ptosis surgery approach would be right for you. Your eyes can be your best feature.
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Answer: You have ptosis. You need ptosis surgery not blepharoplasty. You have a bilateral central levator disinsertion ptosis. Undoubtedly you also have a compensatory eyebrow elevation. Repairing the ptosis will open the eyes and allow the eyebrows to look more normal. Likely this will also help you when you smile but to be quite honest, we do not guarantee what eyes will look like when you smile. No one does. That is because part of the effort you make when you smile is voluntary. I recommend being skeptical of anyone who suggests they could control that. Overall thought ptosis surgery will make the eyelid look more open and make you look brighter, more interested, and help you project an impression of being in control. The doctor's social medial writer who suggested that you have a blepharoplasty so also be taken with a grain of salt. A blepharoplasty will not fix the ptosis. A detailed in person assessment is needed to determine which ptosis surgery approach would be right for you. Your eyes can be your best feature.
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Answer: Do I need ptosis repair? Thank you for sharing your question and posting your photos. Yes, you have ptosis which can be repaired. There are a few surgical options an experienced oculoplastic surgeon can perform to help you. Make an appointment for comprehensive evaluation and guidance. Good luck.
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Answer: Do I need ptosis repair? Thank you for sharing your question and posting your photos. Yes, you have ptosis which can be repaired. There are a few surgical options an experienced oculoplastic surgeon can perform to help you. Make an appointment for comprehensive evaluation and guidance. Good luck.
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April 20, 2023
Answer: Ptosis surgery Based on the information you provided and your photos, it's possible that you may be a candidate for ptosis surgery, which is a procedure to correct drooping or sagging of the upper eyelids. However, it's important to note that ptosis surgery is typically recommended for cases where the eyelids are actually drooping or sagging, and may not be the best option for your specific situation.
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April 20, 2023
Answer: Ptosis surgery Based on the information you provided and your photos, it's possible that you may be a candidate for ptosis surgery, which is a procedure to correct drooping or sagging of the upper eyelids. However, it's important to note that ptosis surgery is typically recommended for cases where the eyelids are actually drooping or sagging, and may not be the best option for your specific situation.
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April 21, 2023
Answer: Upper lid surgery You may be a candidate for an upper lid blepharoplasty. However, unfortunately, the photos do not indicate the state of your forehead and the consequences for the upper lids. A consultation would be required to assess the entirety of the situation before proposing a potential solution. Best wishes.
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April 21, 2023
Answer: Upper lid surgery You may be a candidate for an upper lid blepharoplasty. However, unfortunately, the photos do not indicate the state of your forehead and the consequences for the upper lids. A consultation would be required to assess the entirety of the situation before proposing a potential solution. Best wishes.
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