Eyelid Ptosis Repair Gallery Patient 767980

Ptosis is the medical term for drooping of the upper eyelid, a condition that may affect one or both eyes. When the edge of the upper eyelid fails, it may block the upper field of your vision. The ptosis may be mild-in which the lid partially cover the pupil, or severe-in which the lid completely covers the pupil. Ptosis that is present at birth is called congenital ptosis. Ptosis surgery usually involves tightening the levator muscle in order to elevate the eyelid to the desired position. The main goal of ptosis surgery is to elevation of the upper eyelid to permit normal visual development and a full field of vision, and symmentry with the opposite upper eyelid. It is important to realize that when operating on an abnormal muscle, completely normal eyelid position and function after surgery may not be possible to achieve.