Ptosis Correction

Ptosis surgery can be performed for various reasons, including:

• Reduced vision
• Difficulty keeping the eyes open
• A tired appearance
• Facial asymmetry
• Eye strain or headaches from using the eyebrows and forehead to lift the eyelids

During ptosis surgery, the main muscle that lifts the eyelid is advanced and reattached. The procedure can be performed using either:

• Anterior Approach: An incision is made through the natural skin crease of the eyelid, hiding the scar in the crease.
• Posterior Approach: An incision is made on the underside of the eyelid, hiding the scar inside.

The surgery is done under local anaesthesia and may include ‘twilight’ sedation. The anaesthetist may wake you up during surgery to adjust and assess the eyelid height and symmetry accurately.

Ptosis surgery is performed under local anaesthesia, ensuring no pain or discomfort during the procedure. Most patients are pain-free post-surgery and do not require painkillers.

Each eyelid takes approximately 45 minutes to complete.

• Initial Healing: Most healing occurs within the first 2-3 weeks.
• Swelling: Some residual swelling may persist for 1-2 weeks.
• Complete Healing: Full recovery can take many months, up to 2 years. Factors like age, smoking, blood-thinning medication, and medical conditions such as diabetes can affect the healing process.