The feeling of a droopy eye that affects vision can be quite discomforting. It is medically termed as ‘ptosis’- an upper eyelid that droops enough to obstruct vision. Patients suffering from droopy eyelids tend to feel issues during regular tasks like driving or even reading. As a consequence, one may experience eye fatigue, headaches, and sometimes excessive neck strain to get the eye in a proper position. Fortunately, there is a straightforward remedy for this condition called ptosis surgery.
What Are The Causes of Ptosis?
All forms of drooping eyelids tend to fall under a single category: ptosis. This condition occurs when the levator muscles are lengthened or have been weakened. Most of the time, this can be the result of the following. Parents may have it which is genetic, natural aging, an eye or surrounding tissue injury, or nerve damage. Depressing of the upper eyelids can occur in one eye or both and can be from mild forms (the crease is slightly hidden) to quite profound (the eyelid completely covers the pupils).
How Ptosis Surgery Works
Most ptosis surgery involves tightening or, more commonly, shortening the levator muscle of the droopy eyelid. This muscle responsible for keep the eyelid elevated. Due to local anesthesia, most surgeries are performed with patients awake but feeling no pain. Patients take a few days for complete normal activities after surgery.
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Key Benefits of Ptosis Surgery
- Greater Field of Vision: When the upper eyelid is hanging too low, it blocks all fields of side vision, however with surgery and lifting of the eyelid the upper skin does not fall too low and allows for an unobstructed side view.
- Less Eye Strain: Forget about the days when excessive usage of the eyebrows or neck was needed when someone wanted to get rid of the blockage, leading to proper sight.
- Younger Looking Eyes: Patients eyed look much more youthful than before the surgery which is another added though surprising benefit.
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Don’t let yourself be affected by eyelids that hang too low and affect your sight. At Deevine Eye Care, our specialists are here to put a smile on your face and your sight back in perfect condition. Take the opportunity of getting clear and painless vision, and make an appointment today!