02 May What Causes Ptosis?
Ptosis is a very common eye condition that causes drooping of the upper eyelids. It’s also treatable, and board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon, Dr. Schiedler at Oasis Eye Face and Skin, specializes in treating this condition. It can affect one or both eyes, and the droopiness can be mild to severe. When ptosis affects your vision, treating it may be covered by insurance.
Some people are born with ptosis, while others may develop it as they get older, post-trauma, or as a side effect of cataract surgery or other eye surgeries. Many people aren’t even aware that they have a medical condition, particularly if their ptosis was present at a young age or if it developed slowly. However, if you look around, you’ll probably notice a lot of people with this common eye condition.
Lenny Kravitz, Radiohead’s Thom Yorke, and Forrest Whitaker likely have ptosis. There is also Paris Hilton and even President Trump. Treating ptosis usually requires a simple and fast surgery that tightens the surrounding muscles and lifts the eyelid. This can immediately enhance both vision and aesthetics.
The eye’s levator muscle, which is in charge of lifting the eyelid, can weaken over time or after an injury. If that’s the cause of ptosis, there may be an option to substitute forehead muscles for the levator muscle. Every patient is unique, and ptosis treatment should be customized with each procedure. The approach may vary based on the cause of ptosis, severity, and whether or not vision is affected.
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The exact procedure will be discussed with each patient. However, every approach looks absolutely natural. Any time you’re considering surgery on or around the eyes, it’s very important to trust only the most qualified eye surgeons to ensure optimal results. Dr. Schiedler attended the top schools around the country and prioritizes patient safety. If you are interested in learning more about ptosis and your treatment options, schedule a consultation today. You can schedule an appointment with Oasis Eye Face and Skin online now and get on the path to treating ptosis.