What is going on with my eye?? A few weeks after surgery my eye looked great. I was so happy with the result. it has been two months since my second ptosis surgery with a board certified oculoplastic surgeon. I expected so much more and now I have this. I saw my doctor two weeks ago and all he talked about was the 1mm difference in my eyes. What about my eyelid? he mentioned possibly a third surgery. I am hesitant to return to the same surgeon. I would really love some advice.
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May 21, 2018
Answer: Repeat, revision eyelid ptosis surgery may be possible
While the two conditions may occur together, they are not directly related and/or causative. Congenital ptosis is usually related to maldevelopment of the levator muscle.
Thank you for your question. It is true that eyedrops can be used to treat ptosis but they work best for ptosis caused by the injection of neuromodulators such as Botox. The eyedrops need to be used multiple times a day and have several side effects (e.g., redness, burning,...
Thank you for sharing your question. There are subtle differences between internal ptosis procedures. If they do not elevate the eyelid sufficiently, an external approach can be done. I hope this helps. Good luck,