Ptosis surgery is a surgical intervention performed to correct the condition of drooping of the upper eyelid. Ptosis refers to the condition where the eyelid droops and partially or completely covers the eye. This condition can arise due to aging, genetic factors, congenital reasons, eye injuries, or certain health issues.
Ptosis surgery can be performed in the following ways:
Levator Resection: In this surgical procedure, the drooping and sagging of the eyelid are corrected. If necessary, excess skin or fat on the eyelid can also be removed.
Frontalis Sling Surgery: In this method, the non-working and drooping eyelid is lifted with special materials and anchored to the frontalis muscle in the forehead region, which helps pull up the eyelid. This can help rectify the droopiness of the eyelid.
Müller Muscle Resection (Müller Muscle Resection): In this procedure, the droopiness of the upper eyelid is corrected by partially removing or reshaping the Müller muscle. Since there is no external incision made in this surgery, there are no scars.
The choice of ptosis surgery depends on the patient’s condition and needs. The selection of the surgical procedure is determined based on the cause of the eyelid droopiness, its severity, and the patient’s overall health status.
After surgery, the patient may experience swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort for a period, but the recovery process is usually quick, and patients can return to their normal activities shortly. The post-surgical appearance often provides a younger and more refreshed look, and can also improve the field of vision.