Different Types of Eyelid Ptosis, Surgical Correction Techniques, and Expected Healing Time
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New York oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon Amiya Prasad, M.D. talks about the causes of eyelid ptosis, the different types of procedures that address the various severity levels, and expected healing time based on surgical technique and extent of the procedure:
0:20 - Introduction to eyelid ptosis and its causes
0:41 - The two types of eyelid ptosis
1:23 - Dr. Prasad details his background training in cosmetic oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery, as well as his experience performing eyelid ptosis surgery
1:37 - Why eyelid ptosis surgery should be performed by specialists
2:14 - Factors that determine the need for and type of eyelid ptosis surgery performed
2:28 - The advantages of performing eyelid ptosis surgery with local anaesthesia
3:08 - The aftercare process after eyelid ptosis surgery
3:28 - The causes of acquired eyelid ptosis
3:43 - How Dr. Prasad addresses mild acquired ptosis from behind the eyelid
4:01 - Quick recovery after eyelid ptosis surgery done behind the eyelid
4:43 - Addressing ptosis when the pupil is blocked, congenital ptosis, and age-related ptosis
5:30 - How post-surgery swelling can remain longer for Asian patients, especially when done concurrently with double eyelid surgery
5:41 - How a non-functioning levator muscle can be addressed with a frontalis sling procedure
6:16 - Recovery after a frontalis sling procedure
6:24 - When eyelid ptosis surgery revision is appropriate
6:41 - Factors that determine the longevity of eyelid ptosis surgery results
6:52 - Importance of a proper diagnosis to determine the proper course of treatment
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Thank you for the clarity you provided regarding the multiple forms of ptosis and surgical correction available. Appreciate your time in preparing and posting!
You're welcome, Jenny Hamilton. I'm glad you found the video helpful.
this is amazing. I have had ptosis since birth and have thought about getting the surgery many times but put it off because of fear. now that I am older it is drooping worst and beginning to affect my vision a little. need to get this done. your video was amazing and very informative and your very knowledgeable. i live in California. would you have any recommendations of surgeons that are as knowledgeable as you. I just want to get it done right the first time.
Hi giyoh shey,
While I do know colleagues in California, we all have different styles and practice focuses. I suggest you look for an oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeon in California, look for their expertise in ptosis correction, and look their style in their before and after pictures, and choose a doctor you have good rapport with, and a style that resonates with you. I hope this helps you.
This was very informative thank you but can we get a estimation on the price range ?
Glad you found the video helpful, hajar GG! The cost of eyelid ptosis surgery depends on the extent of surgery, and technique used, so there is no set cost. Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877, and Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.eyelifts.com, or www.pufffyeyes.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you regarding price range. I hope to hear from you soon.
I am happy u answer the people with ur load of work u r kind man,
You're welcome, Shujaat Ali! Nice to be appreciated!
Amiya Prasad, M.D. Sir i have a problem i done my upper eyelid and my right eye not close completely my surgary pass 1 mounth can i wait and do message its take me result or not i am vv worry about this,plz
Hi@@shujaatali3455,
Sorry to hear about your problem. I don't know the details of your surgery, or examined your eyes, so I suggest you follow up with your surgeon. However, you can refer to this video I made about what can be done if your eyelids can't close after surgery because too much skin was removed - ua-cam.com/video/asw5HW0YY74/v-deo.html
Amiya Prasad, M.D. Sir thank you v much for my answering sir now it have any salotion or not i don,t want to go to same sergoen i want to vist to u Its my luck apply for visa ,actually i am female and i am international football player,plz
Hi@@shujaatali3455,
Although we can't help with your visa, you can contact us at our offices located in the USA in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877, Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636, or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1446. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.nyhairloss.com, or www.trichostem.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.
I had ptosis surgery since birth on my left eye, but both my eyes look drastically different for some reason especially the LOWER eyelid.
Hi Vincent T,
It must be tough for you to live with this. A physical examination is needed to determine what can be done to better balance the appearance of your eyes. I hope this helps you.
@@AmiyaPrasadMD how to contact with U sir?
Hi @@kidsclass4087,
Consultations are by appointment only, and can be arranged by our offices to be done remotely on a one-on-one video call on Skype or FaceTime. Consultations do require a consultation fee, but the fee can be applied to the cost of treatment.
Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.puffyeyes.com, or www.eyelifts.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.
very thorough and informative explanation/video - thanks for posting!
You're welcome, Joanne Anderson! I'm glad you found the video informative. And thank you for watching!
Thank you! You were very helpful in fully explaining the full process.
You're welcome, Carol C! I'm glad you found the video helpful!
How much cost in this operation
Hi@@mano2104,
We don’t have set costs for surgery as each patient has different needs, and some surgeries are more extensive than others. You can contact our offices or our websites for a price range.
Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.eyelifts.com, or www.puffyeyes.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.
Another excellent and educational video from the Dr. Amiya! Thank you
You're welcome, Eve bloom! Thank you for watching!
@@AmiyaPrasadMD thank you so much for educating us ☺
I'm really glad you are learning from the videos,@@evebloom2993 because that's why I make them!
Amiya Prasad, M.D. Hi Dr.Amiya
I did my ptosis surgery one year ago for my right eye .It there by birth itself.I undergone the frontale sling surgery.but I am very disappointed about this surgery and my eyes are clearly not even now its worst than before.and its not closing properly when i am sleeping .what should I do now i need ur help.
Hi@@abhinandaabhinandavs8740,
Sorry to hear about your problem. I suggest you first meet with your original surgeon because any surgeon experienced with ptosis surgery knows that enhancement are sometimes needed, even with the best of surgeons. Your surgeon should expect that some patients will need further enhancement for proper balance and eye closure. I hope this helps you.
Thank you for this video. I had this type of surgery this morning. Blepharoplasty, Putterman technique for both eyes addressing age related ptosis and tightening of upper brow. Im a bit concerned because of the severe swelling. I am using cold compresses and my head and shoulders are elevated. I will contact my doctor tomorrow if my eyes are swollen shut.
Hi @kimbers3112,
It’s still very early after your surgery. It is right to follow up with your surgeon to make sure there are no issues with healing . You can refer to this video about the normal healing process after eyelid ptosis surgery- ua-cam.com/video/gbufMchPcoc/v-deo.htmlfeature=shared
I had this surgery this morning for age related ptosis. I assure you that anesthesia is not necessary. Local is sufficient. It was a lot like going in for dental work.
Hi Caroline's Mercantile,
I hope your results turn out well. I do explain at 2:27 the advantages of having eyelid ptosis correction being done with local anesthesia, and how using local speeds up recovery significantly. I hope this clarifies things for you.
I have very mild ptosis on one eye. I'm talking around or under 1mm difference is surgery worth it? And is it the only permanent solution
Hi mrzazzaable,
A difference of height of both upper eyelids of 1-2mm is normal, natural, and unnoticeable. Actual eyelid ptosis needs to be diagnosed properly before you know if you have it. You can refer to these videos about when eyelid height differences should or should not be treated, and how eyelid ptosis is diagnosed:
ua-cam.com/video/HobDhlOFPIg/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/1WvlL2djMZU/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/7gWSjQce3DQ/v-deo.html
Thank you for this informative video. I have bilateral ptosis from chronic scleral lens wear due to keratoconus (I cannot see with glasses, even after a corneal transplant with one more to go). I am hoping my medical insurance covers the surgery via an oculoplastic surgeon and that it won't become an ongoing issue moving forward.
You're welcome, Oceans&Deserts. Eyelid ptosis correction can be covered by insurance since it's a vision issue, but you do have to check with prospective surgeons first. Our offices don't accept insurance, for example. I hope this helps you.
I've never had Ptosis but a couple months ago I hit my eye on my air conditioner when I fell off my bed. My eye was swolen shut for a week. Fast forward 3 months it's fine now but my eye now has a slight droop in it and it's extremely noticeable when I smile. Hoping to get Ptosis surgery soon.
Sorry to hear that, Preston Moore. Acquired ptosis is possible due the injury, and the accompanying swelling. You can refer to this video about how ptosis is diagnosed - ua-cam.com/video/7gWSjQce3DQ/v-deo.html
Thank you for thrust video and all your work. I was born with ptosis . It effects my vision and self esteem. At this time my insurance will not pay for the surgery. How much would this surgery cost out of pocket?
Hi Miesha Swoopes,
Sorry to hear about your problem, but thanks for supporting my work. We don’t have set costs for surgery as each patient has different needs, and some surgeries are more extensive than others. You can contact our offices or our websites for a price range.
Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.puffyeyes.com, or www.eyelifts.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.
My biggest wish is to visit you, you are so professional and there are few such doctors. When are you going to Bosnia and Herzegovina? 😂 Lijep pozdrav
Thank you for your kind words, @Muamua!
If you are concerned about possible eyelid ptosis, you can look for an oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeon in one of the nearby neighboring countries if you are not confident with your local surgeons. I hope this helps you.
Perfect explanation ! 👏👏👏👏
Thank you, eva bragha! Glad you found the video helpful!
Hi Dr. Prasad,
I had ptosis surgery on one eyelid 18 days ago. It was an acquired ptosis. The operated eye lid is now 1 to 2 mm higher than the other one. My surgeon told me that I have to do massage to lower the eye lid and didn't want to do a correction surgery. Does massage really work? And how long will it take? Another ophthalmologist told me that there is still some swelling (which is not visible for me) which causes a second crease and tighten tissue, after swelling gets back eye lid should lower a little when tissue is relaxed. So massage is relaxing muscle and tissue. Would you agree?
Thanks for your time.
Hi Ahmet Topaloglu,
I generally don't advise massage after delicate eyelid surgery as you can undo the surgical work you just paid a lot for. I would have to examine your eyelids and know details of your surgery to see if immediate enhancement can be done, or if it's best to wait for more healing before considering a revision. I hope this helps you.
i wish i have money to avail this surgery.
i believe you can use insurance because it's considered a hindrance to eyesight
Ptosis IS covered by insurance. If you need to pay on a timely manner check if your Surgeon's office accepts CareCredit. This card will allow you to pay a monthly payments in the time frame Surgeon's office allows. As long as you pay monthly on time there are NO finance charges. Check it out.
Hi@@lauravotava4447,
Yes, ptosis correction can be covered by insurance, but only for vision, but not the additional work for appearance. It's important to check if the surgeon's office does take insurance, as medical practices focused on cosmetic procedures like mine may not accept insurance, but we do accept CareCredit.
@AmiyaPrasadMD Thank you for your thorough reply. I did consult with two other plastic surgeons that do not accept insurance at all. I had my surgery done by an occuloplastic surgeon.
By the way, I love how you explain everything in such great detail for the non medical person to understand.
Appreciate you!
You're welcome,@@lauravotava4447. I'm glad you found the video informative, and easy to understand. I hope your surgery went well.
Hi,doctor Prasad.And I am a plastic surgeon in Taiwan andI have a question of crease width after ptosis surgery 1-2 months.Why the crease width is normal after the immediate moment after surgery.Along the swelling subsided,the central crease width decrease and look retraction formation?I performed the levator. Advancement about 5-6mm,and crease formation use tarsal plate-L.aponeurosis-lower flap OO muscle -TP.How to prevent the above mention condition and how to fix crease as your experience?
Hi Dr.,
We would normally go through cases like this at a conference, with more patient details, and a discussion among colleagues for the best approach. Without additional patient details, it would be speculative to give advice in a social media forum. I hope you understand.
Hi Dr. Prasad!
In your experience, does consistent use of contact lenses cause Ptosis?
Hi Magnolia14,
Unfortunately, use of contact lenses can contribute to ptosis because of the added friction between the contact lens and the upper eyelid, creating additional strain on the levator muscle. I hope this clarifies things for you.
I have eyelid as shown in 3:52 . My eyelid comes ina shape when my mood is normal amd happy. But becomes like that as shown in pic when I am tired and sleepy. What is the sucess percentage of my surgery then? Will i have lid lagging or not
Hi @ShirjanPandey-qf9ko,
It is normal for the eyelid to droop a bit due to fatigue when you are tired and sleepy. An eyelid ptosis examination can measure the strength and function of the levator muscle that lifts the eyelid, which is done before surgery can be recommended. You can refer to this video on how eyelid ptosis is diagnosed before surgery can be considered - ua-cam.com/video/7gWSjQce3DQ/v-deo.html
Great video thanks!
You're welcome, Paco Klein. I'm glad you found the video helpful.
Hey doctor.
I had a droopy eyelid surgery almost 2 weeks ago. Bt it looks like earlier as the eye is still droopy. What you say?
Is my eye recovering?
Is this a recovery period?
Or my surgery is failed?
Hi Ujala Aashi,
I haven't seen if your eyelid position is affected by temporary post-surgical swelling, which could still be a factor at this time. Since I can't examine your results, I suggest you follow up with your surgeon if you have concerns. As I explain in the video, any surgeon who does eyelid ptosis correction knows that due to the precise nature of the surgery, further enhancements are needed at least on occasion. I hope this helps you.
Hi I have watched this video again and again for months and I just had the courage now to comment on your post. I hope I get a respond from you. I wanna have an eyelid surgery because ever since I was young my family and I have noticed that my eyelids are not even. And as I grew older it got worse. My left eyelid is so droopy and my right eyelid doesn’t have a lid at all lol. I am from the Philippines so here treatments like this are rare and they can never really addressed the issue I have over my eyelids. As I grew older I started having insecurities because people would make fun of me wearing one eyelid tape on my right eye so that it looks even. At one point an ex of mine made fun of my eyes and said that I am ugly. My uncle on my dad side had the exact same eyes as me and he had an upper blepharoplasty surgery here and after just a couple of months it went back to the way it looks before he had the surgery and you can really see the stitches which made it look worse so I am so scared to have it done with a wrong doctor. Do you happen to have any clinics here in Asia? Or someone you can refer to me to really help me with my issue? I think what I have is ptosis and I wanna have this corrected. I hope you will respond on this and help me.
Hi ms mownique,
Sorry to hear about your problem. There aren't many oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeons worldwide, and some ophthalmologists in other countries claim to perform oculoplastic surgery, so I can't make any recommendations due to varying expertise in ptosis correction surgery in other countries. I only practice medicine in the US. Having ptosis treated with blepharoplasty is a common mistake as cosmetic and plastic surgeons are not trained to operate on the muscle that lifts the eyelid. The only way I could really help you is if you had eyelid ptosis diagnosed and operated on in our offices in the US. I hope this helps you.
Amiya Prasad, M.D. thank you for your reply it means a lot. In what state is your office based? And how much will the estimated cost be for me to have this procedure done by you? So that i could an idea and at least save up as early as now for this thank you so much
Hi@@msmownique4669 ,
There are no set costs for surgery as each patient has different needs, and some surgeries are more extensive than others, but you can contact us for a price range. Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1446. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.eyelifts.com, or www.pufffyeyes.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.
Amiya Prasad, M.D. thank you so much
You're welcome, @@msmownique4669!
Hello Doctor ! Does this surgery work for lifetime or for a particular period??
Hi Seema Arora,
It's important to understand that the levator muscle that lifts the upper eyelid is engaged thousands of times a day, so this muscle can still stretch or detach, even after ptosis correction surgery. The longer people have ptosis, especially congenital ptosis since they were born, the more likely it is they will need more than one corrective surgery in their lifetime. You can refer to this video about it - ua-cam.com/video/4FHEWqPKZMU/v-deo.html
I have congential ptosis on my right eye and it looks awful and causes me to feel tired and heavy. I'm terrified of the surgery going wrong. What are the risks of blindness/vision problems
Hi Izzy,
While there are risks to any surgery, those risks are reduced by the experience and expertise of the doctor performing them. I've personally not had ptosis patients experience the extreme complications you mention, but sometimes further enhancement is needed for over or under correction of eyelid height as it is a very precise procedure. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Thanks sir..I am a upper lied patient..
You're welcome,
MUKESH SHARMA. Just for the record, you are the patient of another doctor, not my patient.
I had Ptosis surgery 10 years ago in Connecticut, but my left eye lid still droops.
No money for further surgery, so I just use eyelash glue to try to even out eyelids :(
Hi 5%LowBattery,
Sorry to hear about your problem, but eyelid ptosis surgery is something to be expected more than once since the levator muscle that lifts the eyelid, and is also the muscle treated in ptosis correction, is engaged thousands of times a day. You can refer to this video about correcting ptosis after past surgery ua-cam.com/video/4FHEWqPKZMU/v-deo.html
Hello sir, I'm from India.
Your video was very much informative to me.
Dear sir, I am 21 years old. i had met with an accident resently. My left eye lid was cut. I have undergone 1 surgery in manipal hospital (bangalore India) but still I hv my left eye lid is dopping down.
My doctor has suggested me to undergo another surgery.
I would want to know your suggestion as too.
Please do reply to my comment.
Thank you so much.
Hi Ajay Sharma,
Sorry to hear about your problem. The only suggestion I can make since I have not examined your eye area is to see an experienced doctor for a proper evaluation. If I was able to examine your eye area with a physical exam, then I can make specific recommendations for you. I hope this helps you.
My doctor recommended I get a sling in my eye cause I lost the complete ability to open my eye in a car accident, however he says the eye will never completely close from the sling despite me having good eye closing ability right now. Is this normal and how "open" should I expect my eyes to be post-surgery?
Hi Langa's House,
Not having complete eyelid closure is a normal risk with a frontalis sling as it is a very precise surgery, so even a little variation can lead to incomplete closure. I would have to assess your situation in a physical exam to determine the risk myself. Eyelid closure is not as much of an issue if your eyeball rolls up when you sleep called Bell's phenomena, but is more of an issue if it doesn't. If you can't come for a consultation with me, you may want another opinion from an oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeon who can examine your eyes. I hope this helps you.
Hi Dr Prasad I have Ptosis in both eyes. The eye surgeon said I inherited it. A friend of mine told me it was the most painful surgery she has ever had. She said she could feel the pain when they cut the muscle. Have you ever heard of patients feeling pain when the muscle is being corrected.Thank you in advance.
Hi Kimberly M.,
Sorry to hear about your friend, but that's not the way ptosis correction surgery should be performed. You will not feel anything during surgery if I would do it as you would bein a twilight state of consciousness as I use local anesthesia with LITE IV sedation for surgery. This way, you can open and close your eyelids while still in the operating room for more accurate results. I hope this clarifies things for you.
I had no pain at all, during or after surgery.
thank you! i had this surgery about two months ago, it was amazing. i’m now feeling like my eyelid has went right back to where it originally was? this is so upsetting. any idea as to what’s going on?
Hi Kendall mclean,
Sorry to hear about your problem. You should follow up with your surgeon as any surgeon with experience with eyelid ptosis correction knows that additional enhancement is sometimes needed because of the precise nature of the surgery,, so they should have a revision policy in place. Also, your surgeon knows details of your condition, and your surgery that I'm unaware of. Your surgeon can also physically examine you properly, while I could only speculate a number of things if I don't examine the issue. You can refer to this video about why ptosis can recur after previous surgery, but this focuses on recurrence years after the previous surgery - ua-cam.com/video/4FHEWqPKZMU/v-deo.html
Hi Doc. I truly appreciate your videos. If one has a unilateral acquired ptosis, would your surgery be the affected eye or bilaterally? (Law of Mueller) ?
Hi jjowhal,
You are referring to Hering's Law, where the opposite eyelid droops more when the other is lifted. Operating on both eyelids depends on the cause of ptosis, and is one of the things evaluated in the ptosis examination. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Can you fix uneven eyelids by previous surgery? Thanks
Hi @sammyyoung6324,
Yes, we do, but there is a natural asymmetry of the upper eyelids of 1-2mm that is normal, and unnoticeable to others, where I would not recommend further surgery. You can refer to this video about it - ua-cam.com/video/1WvlL2djMZU/v-deo.html
Hello doctor! I just had my right eye ptosis surgery and after surgery i cant blink my eyes fully or u can say i blink it very less approximately no can u tell is it normal or due to swelling because m worried about it and it irritates me when ever i blink my eyes and its been two days after surgery and I can't even sleep properly due to less i shuttering or very less i shuttering plzz tell me would it be normal after healing?
Hi Rana Samar,
If the levator muscle was shortened with surgery, it may still be a little tight two days after. Two days is still very soon after surgery to conclude if there are any problems, so follow up with your surgeon as healing continues. I hope this helps you.
Great sir...
Thank you, Mitesh Dangi! I'm glad you found the video informative!
I have a real bad problem. I have had mild ptosis in my right eye since birth, but I had to undergo surgery of the neck last week and have now Horner´s syndrome on top of that (sympathetic nerve damage), so my right eye lid is now really droopy, blocking my vision a little bit and looking really unattractive. What type of surgery would be possible in a super rare "double ptosis" case like mine?
Hi @Punki80,
Sorry to hear about your compounded problem. Horner's syndrome is often caused by another medical condition, it is advised to have that condition treated before having ptosis correction surgery. You can refer to this video about eyelid ptosis caused by a neurological condition (Horner's syndrome is described at 3:51 - ua-cam.com/video/cLiYHLLPb1g/v-deo.html
@@AmiyaPrasadMD Thank you very muc for your reply. It´s not actually a condition, it appeared right after I woke up from my neck surgery because during that my sympathetic nerve got damaged. I got a schwannoma removed, a benign tumour of a nerve, and that nerve seems to have been the sympathetic nerve, hence the Horner´s syndrome. I have already seen doctors about it and they all agree it´s caused by damage during surgery, so the cause of the syndrome is clear. My question is, how can you treat a congenital ptosis combined with Horner´s syndrome? Do bith affect the same muscle or do I have two muscles now which are not functioning properly?
Edit: I just noticed by pure accident that Tetryzoline eye drops I used because the eye felt a little irritated have a sympathomimetic ability. After using them, my eye goes to completely normal (save a the minimal congenital ptosis) for about 1-2 hours. Would using this agent instead of surgery be an option? Sorry for all the questions!
Hi@@Punki80,
While it is possible to treat your concurrent conditions, you do have a lot going on, so I would have to properly assess you in consultation before making a specific recommendation for treatment. I hope you understand.
@@AmiyaPrasadMD Thank you very much, I understand. It´s enough for me to know that you think it is possible to treat this, this is a help already. Sadly I live in Germany, so I can´t come over for assessment. But I think we have at least one specialist eye surgeon whose good reputation seems to be known nationwide over here, and he is not even far away from me, so I will see him about this if the nerve doesn´t recover. As yet I have been told I have to wait until next year to be sure whether the nerve has been permanently damaged in my neck surgery or not. Only then can a surgery be taken into consideration.
You're welcome,@@Punki80
helpful descriptions thanks a lot. Had a ptosis surgery 2 yrs ago and the eyelid came down again (age 59). How often can this surgery be done?
Hi PACE.ROCKS,
While ptosis may require more than one surgery in a lifetime, it usually lasts longer than two years, but may done sooner due injury, or the weakened condition of the levator muscle. The number of repeat ptosis surgery depends on if the levator muscle can still be resected or shortened, and if it still has some strength. If the levator muscle can no longer be shortened, or if it's too weak, a frontalis sling is performed, where the muscle that lift the brow called the frontalis is used to lift the eyelids. I will make a video about it soon, although I do have an older video of people born with ptosis requiring more than one surgery - ua-cam.com/video/kqqRpJhZRJY/v-deo.html
@@AmiyaPrasadMD thank you for reply. The levator muscle function is okay said the new ophtalmologist surgeon
Hi PACE.ROCKS,
That's good to hear. It means you are more than likely able to have a similar surgery as your past one, but hopefully it does last longer this time. I wish you the best of luck.
@@AmiyaPrasadMD thank you very much Dr. Prasad
You're welcome, @@sabinevanwelband6696!
such a fantastic video. great photos to go with the explanation. I wish you would explain why Asian ptosis has a longer recovery period. Well explained well presented. well structured presentation. thank you.
Hi Luna Lytele,
Thank you for compliments, and thanks for watching! I do have a video that features eyelid ptosis healing with an Asian patient, but his is a mild case with very fast healing. In my experience, healing from Asian eyelid surgery patients is not much different from other patients. You can refer to this older video about ptosis healing, and this one about why limited use of antibiotic ointment does affect healing time:
ua-cam.com/video/ZfKy3wv1M4U/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/4c1ZMhxXfYQ/v-deo.html
Hello 😊 My little son has ptosis and I am very afraid about doing an operation. He is 2 years old and I am not sure if it would be right doing the operation now. What would you recommend ? Thank u 🥰
Hi Dia Na,
Sorry to hear about your son's problem. It is important for eyelid ptosis to be corrected before age 5 so visual development is not impaired. I suggest you see a pediatric ophthalmologist for a proper examination, and recommendation as they usually correct eyelid ptosis for children. I hope this helps you.
Eyelids ptosis treatment available in Singapore?
Hi Al-Kaif,
Possibly. You can look for a local oculofacial/oculoplastic surgeon as they are trained to treat eyelid ptosis. I hope this helps you.
I’m from Philippines and I need this so bad 😭
Hi Mukbang Tany and raffy,
Sorry to hear that, but let us know if you would like help with it.
Hello sir I have this since born...how many days will it take me to recover and do my jobs
Hi hala forca,
Sorry to hear about your problem. Most of my ptosis patients take about a week of recovery after surgery, and then return to work, but surgical healing can take up to a year. However, returning to work, or functional recovery, does differ depending on how your doctor performs the surgery, and the type of anesthesia they use, so downtime may be longer with other surgeons . I hope this clarifies things for you.
I have a droopy eyelid on my left eye,can it be corrected. Im from India, u do treatments in India?
Hi Mohammed Shamil,
It can likely be corrected, but I don't practice medicine in India. You can come see us in the US if you'd like, or seek a consultation with an oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeon in India. I hope this helps you.
Hello sir i have ptosis in my left eye And it seems that the eyeball of this eye is smaller than the eyeball of the right eye, so is there any treatment for it separately, or can it be cured to some extent by the operation of ptosis?
Hi Subhash Singh,
Sorry to hear about your problem. I can't give you a definitive recommendation without seeing the condition of your left eye and eyelid first, but these conditions are treatable by oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeon like myself. I hope this helps you.
Hello Dr, thanks for sharing this information. Im 17 and when i was about 12,13 my left eyelid swole once or twice a week until it got so damaged that it caused a ptosis.Years later i had surgery to fix it but it didnt go well and my eyelid is much thinner now and very different from the other eyelid. Do you have any recommendations of what i should do?
Cheers
Hi Diogooo Afonso,
Sorry to hear about your problem. If your unsatisfactory results from eyelid ptosis correction were soon after the surgery, then any doctor experienced in this surgery does know that further enhancements may be needed since it's such a precise and delicate surgery, so it should have been addressed by your surgeon at the time. However, if it drooped further years later, then another surgery may be needed as the eyelid muscle can stretch or detach years after surgery. I hope this helps you.
What is the difference between a Blepharoplasty vs a ptosis repair
Hi Edmond Gutknecht,
Upper blepharoplasty is for stretched or redundant upper eyelid skin, while ptosis is for the muscle that lifts the eyelid called the levator. You can refer to this video about differentiating the two conditions, and the separate surgeries for each - ua-cam.com/video/sg1RkMZ5iVM/v-deo.html
Dear dr parsad .nice to see you. I got hair transplant ago One month.last weak after shower I clean my head with towel and lot of hairs come out...it can be problem?
Hi Mr_ Jaidëë Raja,
It's normal for native and transplanted hair to shed after a transplant, but the follicles should still be in place to grow again. If you have any concerns, you should contact your transplant surgeon who knows the details of your transplant surgery. I hope this helps you.
Aik bat puchni thi ptosis surgery m hospital kitny din admit rkhty hain?
Hi@@manomaan11,
It depends on how the surgeon performs the surgery. I perform ptosis correction surgery using local anesthesia, and my patients go home the same day as surgery. I hope this clarifies things for you.
What is the solution of under correction after levator resection, re-opening or something else?
Hi Dr. Zulfiqar Ali,
While doing the resection again is an option, it is also possible to a Mullerectomy from behind the eyelid so there is no external incision on the eyelid. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Dr
what is "regerative cell therapy for hair"??
Are stem cell, Acell & regenrative cell therapy same?? Plz give a brief explanation..
Hi gokul gs,
You can get a pretty full explanation of the Hair Regeneration treatment in this video ua-cam.com/video/Mx6uaxbAn9c/v-deo.html
What is the solution for double vision post ptosis surgery?
Hi Predatorpig,
You should be asking your performing surgeon about this since they can properly examine, and diagnose the cause of your double vision. Double vision is not normal after ptosis correction surgery. I hope this helps you.
Hii. Sir I am having ptosis in my both eyes past last 10 years and lower eyelid is also a bit droopy my lower part of eyeball ( down white part of eyeball) looks more.... And my upper eyelid skin is thin as it shows a light green colour that is pupil... Sir plzz help me in this tell that ptosis surgery is possible...
Hi munni mona,
It is possible to address both ptosis of the upper eyelids, as well as scleral show of the lower eyelid, but I need to perform a physical examination before making specific recommendations for you. You can refer to these videos about diagnosis and treating ptosis, as well as scleral show of the lower eyelids:
ua-cam.com/video/7gWSjQce3DQ/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/VI4Z0rDO5C8/v-deo.html
Is upper blepharoplasty the same as a ptosis correction in one eye?
Hi R. K.,
They are completely different surgeries as upper blepharoplasty treats the skin, and possible fat behind the eyelid; while ptosis correction treats the muscle. Your eyelid will still droop after a blepharoplasty, but you may end up with a skin shortage. Also, general plastic and cosmetic surgeons are not trained to treat eyelid ptosis, you need to see an oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeon for ptosis correction. You can refer to this video about it - ua-cam.com/video/sg1RkMZ5iVM/v-deo.html
I am from Bangladesh. How can i solve my problem? Is there any doctor practicing in Bangladesh?
Hi ano war,
I advise that you look for an oculoplastic or oculofacial surgeon in Bangladesh, and if you can't find one, you can consult with an ophthalmologist. I hope this helps you.
What would you say is the healing time for a 5 year old? He had congenital Ptosis and got surgery on Monday 7/18. It's Tuesday and his eye is really swollen still - his doctor wasn't satisfied with the swelling and said it shouldn't have been present.
Hi Michel'le Feaster,
It has only been a day since your son's surgery, and temporary swelling is expected. I don't know the details of your son's surgery, but it may take about a month before disorganized collagen fibers flatten, for more significant swelling to go down. Temporary swelling from eyelid surgery usually takes several months to dissipate, and full surgical healing takes about a year, but your son may experience faster healing since he is very young. I suggest you follow up with your surgeon, but temporary swelling this soon after surgery is definitely normal. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Hello Dr Prasad,
I have mild/moderate acquired aponeurotic ptosis in my left eye and I am planning to get a ptosis surgery, however I have a concern. I have seen that post ptosis surgery, in case of unilateral correction there is difference in eye lid heights (the eyelid with surgery is little higher than the normal eye) while looking down. This makes the operated eye look odd with bigger white region visible than the other eye. My doctor has suggested to incorporate behavioral change to look down with my head lowered and not just to look down with my eyes. Could you share whether every patient will face this issue ? Are there techniques(surgical/exercises) with which we can avoid / lower this occurrence ?
TIA
Hi abhishek rai,
I would have to perform a physical evaluation before making specific recommendations for you, since I have not diagnosed the severity of your ptosis, and which ptosis correction procedure best suits your case. I hope you understand.
You still thir, i have the same problem, did you get your surgery done?
Hello Doc! How much it cost for surgery?
Hi Kimberly Antonio,
There are no set costs for surgery as each patient has different needs, and some surgeries are more extensive than others. Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1446. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.eyelifts.com, or www.pufffyeyes.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you regarding price range. I hope to hear from you soon.
Hi doc. After we do frontalis sling surgery, can we close our eyes like a normal person after recover? Or it depend on the patient eyes??
Hi Abu Luqman,
If your surgery was performed well, you should be able to close your eyes fully. With the precise nature of ptosis surgery, sometimes enhancements are needed, even with the best oculoplastic surgeons. Frontalis sling does take time to get used to for the patient as a different muscle is used to raise and close the eyelids. I hope this clarifies things for you.
I would live to have this surgery to correct ptosis from bells palsy. If I came from out of town? What would be estimated time needed to get consult and surgery? If have had it for years is there a possibility of getting symmetry back?
Hi Guadalupe Rodriguez,
Yes, we can most likely restore your eyelid appearance. We can help you with your questions, and planning your treatment by contacting our offices or websites. Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.eyelifts.com, or www.puffyeyes.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.
Dear doctor,
Thank you for the information..
It will be so kind of you if answer my doubt..
Does pinched nerve in cervical spine cause ptosis ?I feel like i do have ptosis recently,what am i supposed to do?
Hi Rajasree K R,
Sorry to hear about your problem, but your pinched nerve is not a cause of eyelid ptosis. Eyelid ptosis is caused by a weakened, stretched, or detached levator muscle that lifts the upper eyelid. Diagnosis requires a ptosis exam, which is featured in this video - ua-cam.com/video/7gWSjQce3DQ/v-deo.html
@@AmiyaPrasadMD thank you doctor☺️
You're welcome, @@rajasreekr8750!
Hi Dr. Prasad, with 10 years old frontalis sling, will injecting botox in between eyebrows, forehead, or crown feet cause any issues to the repaired muscle. Frontalis on one eye only. Botox doc would not tell me and i guess he does not know. I’m afraid that it will mess up the muscle. Please advise? Thanks in advance.
Hi Nadia,
It depends on how Botox treatment is performed. In the Botox brow lift, for example, Botox is injected into muscles that push the forehead down, so the frontalis muscle works unopposed, and raises the eyebrows. However, forehead wrinkles develop sooner in people with a frontalis sling procedure because they use their forehead to open their eyelid(s), so if you have forehead wrinkles treated with Botox, it can affect the ability to raise your forehead, and open your eye with the frontalis sling. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Hi doc. Recently seem to have acquired ptosis in an eye. However it's also accompanied with a dull aching pain occassionally (in that eye specifically) and sometimes the feeling that something is stuck inside (for 2-3 mins) like a dust particle. Any idea what this type is called? Is it standard and correctable in the normal fashion? Thank you
Hi Mojito Fall,
It sounds like it could be a foreign body sensation, which you should have checked as soon as possible by an ophthalmologist. I hope you can see a doctor soon for a proper evaluation.
How did it go? I have the same feeling
Hello sir I had infection in my left eye after sometime my eye is something smaller and always there remains some pain and where is ur hospital
Hi Ikra Qureshi,
Sorry to hear about your problem, but you should have it examined and possibly treated by a local ophthalmologist as soon as you can. As my practice focuses on cosmetic medicine, and we are in our New York offices right now, we may not be able to schedule you in time for urgent care. I hope this helps you.
After sever ptosis surgery can we close eyes completely? Or it cannot be closed for whole life?
Hi Soumya Doodi,
Part of successful eyelid ptosis surgery is being able to open and close the upper eyelids, so it's something that I ensure my patients can do. The success and results of ptosis surgery depend on the experience and expertise of the oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeon performing it. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Hello Dr I have a 10months old with congenital ptosis is surgery advisable
Hi Sanusi michelle,
It's important to have congenital ptosis treated before age 5 for the child's visual development. You can consult a pediatric ophthalmologist about it. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Does the surgery hurt?
Hi,
No, you won't feel anything during surgery as you are under local anesthesia with LITE IV sedation, in a twilight state of consciousness. You can be awoken during surgery so we can have your operating bed recline up, so can see the results of your surgery under normal gravity, and you can open and close your eyelids to see results. I hope this clarifies things for you.
hii may i ask for the success rates? how bad will the eye be if it fails?
Hi ramunniie,
There is no success rate that applies to everyone as it depends on the severity of the ptosis, and the doctor that performs the surgery. Any surgeon experienced in eyelid ptosis knows that enhancement is sometimes needed as it is such a precise surgery.
People suffering from eyelid ptosis usually require more than one surgery in their lifetime, especially if they were born with it. While surgery can be successful, the levator muscle is engaged thousands of times a day, every day, so surgery is usually needed again years down the road. You can refer to this video about it - ua-cam.com/video/4FHEWqPKZMU/v-deo.html
How much does it cost doctor in India
?plz rply
Hi @niranjmv4789,
We don’t have set costs for surgery as each patient has different needs, and some surgeries are more extensive than others. Also, I don't practice medicine in India as I'm based in the east coast of the United States. You can contact our offices or our websites for a price range.
Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.puffyeyes.com, or www.eyelifts.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.
Do you operate on children with congenital Ptosis
Hi stephanie cannata,
While I have operated on children with congenital ptosis in the past, I now recommend that it's done with a pediatric ophthalmologist as the do operate on children on a regular basis. I hope this helps you.
hai I am from India. I think I have acquired ptosis… Can you suggest good docs in India ( preferably in chennai)
Hi @abhinayav8171,
Sorry, I'm not familiar with surgeons in India. I suggest you look for an oculoplastic/oculofacial plastic surgeon who regularly focuses on ptosis correction surgery. I hope this helps you.
Hello- have you ever performed a lipodermoid removal and ptosis surgery (congenital) at the same time?
Hi,
While it may be possible, I would have to examine your eyelids before I can determine what's needed for your particular case. I hope this helps you.
Thanks for the reply.
You're welcome!
Hi, im gonna have a revision ptosis levator resection in December 12th. Would it be difficult because i had a ptosis levaotr resection surgery in septmeber 2?
How long would i need to take off time from work?
How long is recovery time?
Thank you please reply.
Hi Berfin A,
I can't say for sure without seeing your eyelids, and how you have healed from the previous surgery. I would not revise ptosis surgery if there is still temporary swelling from the previous surgery. How much time off of work depends on how the surgeon performs the surgery, and the anesthesia they use. I use local anesthesia with LITE IV sedation for my eyelid surgery patients, and they usually return to work about a week after surgery. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Amiya Prasad, M.D. Thank you very much for replying.
I had the surgery and now im post op 5 days and hoping it gets better as time goes on. My eyelid is quite swollen and i think due to it being swollen the lid height is low compared to the other one. Do you think as time goes on and swelling goes down will the lid height get better or would just stay in the same positiion? Would the lid height go up?
Thank you for reading and replying. Wishing you the best Doctor and a Happy New Year!
Hi@@TheBerfin252,
Swelling does affect the position of the eyelid, and the final position of your eyelid will be determined until after swelling resolves. While these videos are about Asian double eyelid surgery, the same concept applies with asymmetry and height during healing are different from the final result:
ua-cam.com/video/7g6o3RujW5A/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/mnmnOxcTUFk/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/LRJ5oNfJKS0/v-deo.html
Thank you very much Dr for this Video. My sister had this procedure done and we were told there was a complication ( the eyelid couldn't close after surgery) and her eyeball was extremely dry to the point it gat eroded (it was a second Doctor who told us this). So now it has been a week and she's applying ointments and the Doctors are telling us it'll take some time. BUT her eyes are still swollen and she can't see at all. She's totally BLIND!!! And we're very scared as her other eye already barely sees a thing. Is this a common complication??? If you could kindly give us your opinion. Thank you!
Hi @lillylove5553,
Sorry to hear about your sister's problem. I'm not sure what the cause of the lack of vision is the one eye is, as I have not examined your sister like your two doctors did. It is not a complication among my patients, and I can't tell exactly what it is with your description, so I would have to also perform an examination like your doctors did to give you a proper medical opinion. I hope you understand.
Okay, thank you for your prompt reply. @@AmiyaPrasadMD
You're welcome,@@lillylove5553
I wanna ask ,
How can I reduce swelling on the face after frontalis sling surgery.
Hi FAYESZ AHAMED,
The fluid in the face after frontalis sling surgery can cause swelling. You can either be patient until the fluid absorbs, or apply warm compresses to help clear the fluid. You should be able to get more personal guidance about resolving swelling from your surgeon who performed the procedure. I hope this helps you.
Hello sir.Please suggest me a oculoplastic\ oculofacial surgeon in India
Hi @user-eh9qc5vh2u,
Sorry, I'm not familiar with oculoplastic surgeons in India. You can either search for one online, or ask your doctor for a referral. I hope this helps you.
Hello sir i have consulted a doctor and he said that i have ptosis and its 0.25 and the treatment can't be done for 0.25. But I can clearly see the difference in my eyes. He recommended me to do some eye exercises. Are there an exercises u can recommend me or the treatment can be done for my problem.
Hi Lisa Lisa,
Eye exercises are not used in oculoplastic surgery to improve eyelid ptosis, as such I have not recommended eye exercises for my ptosis patients. You can refer to this video about how eyelid ptosis is diagnosed, and treated - ua-cam.com/video/7gWSjQce3DQ/v-deo.html
Please refer me to a good doctor in Kenya for ptosis surgery.Both of my eyelids are droopy and I feel so exhausted of trying to keep my eyes open and this is making my vision a nightmare.I open my eyes with my hand
Hi monicah mumbi,
Sorry to hear about your problem. I'm not familiar with surgeons in your area, but you should look for oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeons since we specialize in eyelid ptosis surgery. General plastic or cosmetic surgeons have limited in just removing eyelid skin, but ptosis surgery involves the eyelid muscle. I hope this helps you.
Hi Monica, did you get someone?
If you had glaucoma in left eye in the past years resulting it to be droopy due to eye pressure . Is it still possible to consider getting ptosis surgery. It is definitely noticeable when taking pictures or looking in the mirror and I have to wear my glasses to hide it
Hi Noah Farah,
Sorry to hear about your problem. While manipulation of the eyelids, and eyedrops used to treat glaucoma may have affected your eyelids causing them to droop, the elevated pressure in the eye from glaucoma will not cause eyelid ptosis. A ptosis examination is needed to determine if surgery is right for you. You can refer to this video about it - ua-cam.com/video/7gWSjQce3DQ/v-deo.html
My niece is 6 month old. His right eye can't open fully. It opens 75% only. His father has the same problem.
What is the solution? Can my 6 month old niece recover from this problem?
Hi Zeeshan Ashraf,
Sorry to hear about the problem of your niece or nephew. They need to be properly examined by a pediatric ophthalmologist before a specific treatment can be recommended. I hope this helps you.
Sir,I am from Bangladesh, I am 28 years old,,I have Ptosis from birth in my left eye,i want to know from you that after surgery how many days will take to recover?
Hi ID-151,Dipa Rani Sarkar,
Recovery from eyelid ptosis surgery has a range, which depends on the type of surgery performed, the doctor performing it, anesthesia used, and the individual patient's ability to heal, which are all factors explained in this video. With so many variables, I can't tell you an exact number of days it will take for you to recover without knowing these aforementioned details. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Thank u sir
You're welcome, @@id-151diparanisarkar7
Sir please please reply me .. I want to know is ptosis surgery otlr upper blepharoplasty is permanent or not.. please reply me
Hi Kanika Sharma,
Blepharoplasty is not the appropriate treatment for eyelid ptosis as blepharoplasty removes redundant skin and fat, while ptosis is caused by stretched, defective, or detached muscle that lifts the eyelid. General plastic and cosmetic surgeons are not trained to perform ptosis correction surgery.
Eyelid ptosis can recur as the levator muscle that lifts the eyelid is engaged thousands of times a day to blink, so this amount of activity over years can loosen, stretch, or detach the levator muscle that was previously treated with surgery. A proper ptosis examination is needed to diagnose for muscle function, and what type of treatment would be appropriate for you. You can refer to this recent video about the difference between blepharoplasty, and ptosis correction surgery -
ua-cam.com/video/sg1RkMZ5iVM/v-deo.html
Hello Dr,
3 months after my ptosis surgery, besides the fact that the result is not as good as I expected, my eyelid looks bad, dry, wrinkled, numb and its skin is darker than the other one...Should I hydrate with a cream ?
Hi Penelope Dp,
While moisturization and hydration are a good idea, I'm not aware of the details of your surgery, and what kind of cream you're using, so I advise you clear it with the doctor who performed your surgery. I hope this helps you.
After ptosis repair on the eyelid how long does it take after surgery for the eyelid to raise? Is it possible that almost 3 weeks later the eyelid isn’t raised yet or does it mean it didn’t work and I will need another surgery. Also, should I still see my incision and if that is taking longer to heal can that cause the eyelid to still drop until it is fully healed ? Please let me know as a soon as you can..thank you! I appreciate it
Hi @faithjones5946,
It is normal to still see the incision as your surgery was done very recently. You do need to wait for temporary swelling to resolve before you can see the full results of your surgery, and whether it was successful as swelling can obscure the final results. Swelling also makes it unsafe to perform a revision surgery too soon, as swollen eyelids would make any revision surgery inaccurate. I hope this clarifies things for you.
@@AmiyaPrasadMD Thank you for responding! That information is definitely helpful. I appreciate you
You're welcome,@@faithjones5946
Please doctor am infected with ptosis on my right eye since birth. Am in kenya. Kindly help me to reach you
Hi SKENTCH YUSSUFEY MINISKA,
Sorry to hear about your problem. Ptosis correction surgery would have to be done in one of our offices in the US where I practice. Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.eyelifts.com, or www.puffyeyes.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.
After doing the surgery when can I see if the eyes are too high or low etc?
Hi
shaista malik,
Your operating surgeon should set up a follow up appointment schedule with you. Eyelid ptosis surgery is highly precise, and overcorrection or undercorrection are measured in millimeters, so the follow up process is very important for accurate results, and to see if further enhancement may be needed after surgery. Even the best oculoplastic surgeons do further enhancement in some cases. I hope this helps you.
Can i help my mild ptosis without surgery
Hi Cyrus Beiryrao,
Surgery is the only way to correct eyelid ptosis as the levator muscle will likely need to be shortened to lift your drooping eyelid. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Hey doc can you please help I also feel my eyes are asymmetrical how can i contact you?
Hi @japaadsingh3045,
You can refer to these videos about the differences between normal eyelid asymmetry, and facial asymmetry that doesn't need treatment, and when they need treatment:
ua-cam.com/video/HobDhlOFPIg/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/DpTPMpi_t3s/v-deo.html
I hope you understand that consultation about your case in particular requires a consultation fee, which can be applied to the cost of treatment if treatment is needed.
How long swelling can last after ptosis surgery?
Hi Shamim Khan,
Swelling after ptosis correction surgery depends on the patient, how the surgery was performed, and the aftercare process, which are all detailed in the video. I hope this helps you.
Can someone who has had retinal surgeries, cataract implants still have ptosis and blepharoplasty surgery?
Hi M K,
Yes, you still can have ptosis correction, and upper or lower eyelid blepharoplasty with past retinal surgeries, and cataract implants. It's just important that you have it done by specialist, and your medical records are available to your surgeon. Oculoplastic/oculofacial surgeons like myself are eyelid specialists, and also trained as ophthalmologists. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Hi Dr. Prasad, I had Mullerectomy surgery 9 days ago and followed all my post operation instructions except for sleeping elevated and on my back for the first 5/6 days because it was not listed on my paperwork and wasn't told to. I am freaking out. Could that affect my final results or am I overthinking this ?
Hi mac smith,
It is unlikely that your sleeping position had an effect on your results (unless you are sleeping face down, and directly on the operated area). Most of the healing takes place in the first 2 days after surgery, and after that it's more about resolving swelling. If you do have concerns, you can follow up with your surgeon who can physically examine where you are it in the recovery process. I hope this helps you.
Hi doctor my son have ptosis from birth can it be corrected now hes 1 years and 8months
Any side effect ,i hope you reply me
Hi @nwunyeuncle,
Sorry to hear about your son's problem. Ptosis correction in children should be done before age 5 so their visual development is not affected. I advise you consult with a pediatric ophthalmologist about an appropriate time to have it corrected. I hope this helps you.
Hello dr how should I connect with you. Need your guidance for ptosis surgery which I did on 23th July 2021
Hi Lochan Janye,
You can reach out through our offices or websites for a consultation, which does require a consultation fee, but is usually deducted from the cost of surgery. We can do an online consultation through Skype or FaceTime with the same consultation fee. Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877; Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636; or Vienna, Virginia at (703) 356-1336. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.eyelifts.com, or www.puffyeyes.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you. I hope to hear from you soon.
Hello Dr. My question may be odd but i need to know if its possible to perform both a mullerectomy to upper the eyelid and at the same time a blepharoplasty to take some of the skin of said upper eyelid. Thank you
I believe my case is pretty unique and if you would allow me id send you a picture so you could maybe advice me as to what would be best to perform. Ive been trying to fix this for around 7 years
Hi @ddk6112,
I usually perform a Muellerectomy for mild drooping of the eyelid, and an upper blepharoplasty can be performed at the same for hooded or stretched upper eyelid skin. I would have to perform a physical evaluation to confirm this is the right approach for you. You can refer to this video about when a Muellerctomy is recommended - ua-cam.com/video/dcNtfX4bQ64/v-deo.html
I had a ptosis surgery around 7 days ago and are not able to close my eye completely so far. Do I need to be worried about it or is that a normal part of the healing process? Does anyone has experience with that? Will the eyelid lower as soon as the threads are removed?
Hi Carolin Marian,
It's still a little early as temporary swelling is still affecting your results. If it doesn't resolve as swelling subsides, it could be overcorrection in your surgery. Any surgeon experienced in ptosis surgery knows that additional enhancement is sometimes needed because it is such a precise surgery. Your surgeon should have a revision policy in place for eyelid ptosis correction as it is the nature of this surgery to sometimes need further work soon after healing. I hope this helps you.
Do you recommend a ptosis op for someone with Ocular Myasthenia Gravis,I have this now for 8 months now
Hi David Elgar,
Ptosis correction surgery for ocular myasthenia gravis is decided on a case-by-case basis, so a physical exam is needed to determine if it's right for you. I hope this helps you.
Sorry for my broken english
I had the same problem in my right eye from( my birth) upper eyelid
I had my surgery done in 2006 it was disaster for me after the surgery i had one open eye till now
now I'm facing many problems like eye sight problem and its weeping when season changes
Can you suggest me any thing will i can have normal eyelide like normal person or i have to live with this
Hi Raj monga,
Sorry to hear about your problem. While I would have to examine you before making a definitive recommendation, it may be possible to revise and reconstruct your affected eyelid. You can refer to this video about it - ua-cam.com/video/asw5HW0YY74/v-deo.html
Hello doctor
Can I do ptosis surgery and lasik same time to utilize time? Because my work schedule is busy. And please tell me how many days I need to rest before joining my work?
Hi Dream World,
While I often perform more than one type of cosmetic eyelid surgery at the same time, corneal refraction surgery, and eyelid ptosis correction are performed by different doctors, so they are separate surgeries. I suggest you have corneal refraction done first as the eyelid retractors used can affect work done for ptosis correction. My ptosis patients usually return to work in about a week after surgery. I hope this clarifies things for you.
Could we ask about cost of surgery?
Hi Hassan Abdou
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The cost of eyelid ptosis surgery varies depending on the technique used, and the extent of surgery. Our offices are located in Manhattan, New York City which you can call at (212) 265-8877, and Garden City, Long Island at (516) 742-4636. You can also reach us through www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com, www.eyelifts.com, or www.pufffyeyes.com by filling out a contact form, and we will get back to you regarding price range. I hope to hear from you soon.
Obrigado eu descobri hoje que tenho ptosis além da aniridia no Brasil nunca ouvir os médicos me falarem o que tenho foi no UA-cam que. Descobri como sou e porquê sou assim. Vídeo legal feliz de assistir muita ajuda para quem precisa
Hi Fernanda Celine,
I'm glad you found the video helpful. You can refer to these videos on how eyelid ptosis is diagnosed, and treated; and the differences of eyelid ptosis from hooded eyelids, which is important as cosmetic and plastic surgeons aren't trained to operate on the eyelid muscles that cause ptosis:
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ua-cam.com/video/sg1RkMZ5iVM/v-deo.html
Hi, My father had ptosis surgery on 22nd January'22 it's been 2 weeks still there is no result how much time does it require any other procedures for speedy recovery.
Hi Vijay Lakshmi,
I'm not sure what you mean by "no result" if there is still temporary swelling affecting results, or if you don't see results because the eyelid(s) are still drooping. I can only give the guidance in the video about healing, but your father's surgeon who knows the details of his eyelids, and how the surgery was performed can tell you about where he is in the healing process, and how effective the surgery was. Any surgeon who is experienced in ptosis surgery knows that additional enhancement is sometimes needed because it is such a precise surgery. Your surgeon should have a revision policy in place for eyelid ptosis surgery. I hope this helps you.