Ptosis Repair

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 falls, it may block the upper field of your vision. Symptoms of ptosis include difficulty keeping your eyes open, eyestrain, and eyebrow aching from the increased effort needed to raise your eyelids, and fatigue, especially when reading.

Ptosis surgery usually involves tightening the levator muscle in order to elevate the eyelid to the desired position. The main goals of ptosis surgery are elevation of the upper eyelid to permit normal visual path, a full field of vision, and symmetry with the opposite upper eyelid. Jonathan C. Lowry, M.D. is available for consultation to discuss Ptosis repair.