Ptosis of the Eye Explained | Eyelid Surgery for Droopy Eyelids

[@trinidadinternational]

You, not literally, opened my eyes! I never thought that my ptosis of eye might have an effect on how people respond to my presence. It makes a lot of sense. I had two operations when I was 3 and 4 but I imagine the technology has improved. I'm encouraged to take care of this. Thank you!

[@drkopelman]

I am happy that I inspired you Jason!

[@NebMunb]

I have congenital Ptosis, and I'm 35. I had multiple opportunities for surgery, but I wussed out when I was a kid. When I was in the Army I could have gotten it fixed for free, since the military pays for a selective surgery for each soldier. Whether they choose to use it or not is up to them. I know a person who transitioned while serving, and the Army paid for her mastectomy.

[@MarianneKunitz7777]

I have ptosis now at 67 yrs old because I inherited oculo pharyngeal muscular dystrophy. My brother and I both have ptosis of the eye lids. I will come see you. I'd love to have my eyelid ptosis corrected.

[@drkopelman]

Amazing! Please do. If you want to make a virtual appointment with me you can book one through my website drkopelman.com ... I am looking forward to helping to correct your ptosis.

[@swayslay2070]

I love your videos Dr. Kopelman .. I’ve learned so much as I’m considering getting an upper and lower Blepharoplasty.

[@drkopelman]

I’m glad you are finding my videos helpful! Book an appointment with me if you are interested!

[@carriecoen1994]

Thank you for sharing this. My surgery is in 2 weeks!!!

[@drkopelman]

Hopefully it was helpful! And you learned little more about ptosis surgery

[@rubymydear1318]

This is the most informative video about ptosis correction! Is it possible to do it in conjunction with an upper eyelid surgery? I have significantly asymetric result after using upneeq so I assume ptosis sugery alone would not look good on me.

[@veronicallamas9333]

I was called sleepy eyes in elementary before contacts. Now at 50, I’ve decided to finally seek treatment. I’m so excited to get this done. And my insurance is going to cover it. I know this is going to also boost my self esteem .

[@trinidadinternational]

I'm also 50 and just decided to see a doctor. What is it about our age?

[@veronicallamas9333]

@@trinidadinternational for me it’s nothing about my age, it’s just taking me until now to do something about it. I’ve had this issue since I can remember

[@iownu92]

@@veronicallamas9333Have you had it done yet, and are you satisfied with the results?

[@sophiesnooks]

How did u get insurance to cover?

[@veronicallamas9333]

@@iownu92 I did, I’m very happy with the results.

[@HealthglowsNet]

Thank you for this important explanation!

[@nasserderakhshan3211]

Perfect explanation

[@drkopelman]

Glad you think so!

[@italianlessonsnyc1176]

I got it done 6 days and ptosis went from mild to moderate now .

[@silaslongshot941]

Have just had ptosis surgery 8 days ago, stitches out, swelling 99% gone. Doc says levator muscles 'damaged' and weak, so lift is as good as it's going to get, which is distressing because the damned procedure has left me with worse vertical double image problems than before the surgery. Due to this double vision, which was the problem from day one of consultation, I have NO detail vision so can't read street signs, can't read print, & computer screen must be enlarged 150% PLUS wearing glasses. Any glasses Rx to help with this as there's nothing left to lift to fix the double vision issue by surgery.

[@manisham2445]

Hi sir . I have droopy eyelids from age late 20’s. Now Iam mid 30’s. Not sure what caused it at such a young age . Can you diagnose if it’s ptosis or skin lasticity and later you can perform surgery accordingly ? Or do I need to get diagnosed first and come to you for surgery ? Waiting for your valuable reply sir

[@drkopelman]

You definitely need a consultation probably in person to review your history and in office testing to arrive at the correct diagnosis and treatment

[@dalila3398]

I have amblyopya and one of my eyes sometimes tend to droop I have low self steem :(

[@Lorenzow06]

Hello doctor, I have a question following my ptosis operation. I can't look up because I feel the forced eyelid. Is it an overcorrection? Thanks in advance

[@user-ym7kd3il9w]

Hello, i was advised not to have surgery on my right ptosis eye as the eye would’nt be closed fully while asleep, causing corneal ulsers due to detecting light in the eye, is this the case? My right ptosis eye is blind.

[@mickeyh1961]

Have congenital Ptosis , very noticeable as a child , had operation on it aged 25 was effective and made a difference but as I got older the drooping is more noticeable, is it more difficult as one ages to operate ? Or is it less effective with age ?

[@deled5432]

Hey doc, i have congenital ptosis. I went to see a doctor today, he said i need frontalis sling. I don't know what to do. I'm kinda afraid too. Can you please tell me something more about it or suggest me something?

[@hichames-soufi5572]

Hi Doctor, I was born with ptosis in my two eyes. I had a surgical operation when I was 20 years old, and the results were not satisfactory the second time, when I was 21 years old. I constantly have the sensation that my eyes are tired. Please, how can you advise me? Best regards.

[@drkopelman]

Congenital ptosis is difficult to fix because the internal eyelid muscles have not developed normally.The correction will always give a suboptimal result because the surgeon wants to avoid corneal exposure that could impact your vision.

[@nanettecurtis9347]

Interesting. I have a droopy eye and eye brow. I use drops and they do work on the eye…. but it is very inconvenient to remove contacts wait 15 min to put them back in. Do you recommend doing and eye lift at the same time and can you fix the eyebrow?

[@drkopelman]

Using Upneeq®oxymetazoline hydrochloride ophthalmic solution 0.1% is an option if you want a temporary way to raise your eyelids but a more permanent fix is to perform upper eyelid blepharoplasties combined with a brow lift

[@squirt4703]

Hi doctor i have mild congenital ptosis with good levator muscle what is better for me levator plication or resection?

[@drkopelman]

Generally congenital ptosis requires a levator resection it will last longer

[@healthbeauty7853]

How much does surgery cost for this treatment.

[@CedarRoofsOnly]

$4.99

[@jenniferleivestad9006]

My upper eyelids are very drupy where to gi to get this done.

[@drkopelman]

Seek out a oculoplastic surgeon in your area

[@Lorenzow06]

Hello, i had surgery for ptosis on my left eye a week ago. I notice that the eyelid of my right eye is drooping more than before. Is this normal?

[@drkopelman]

What happened is as your left eyelid ptosis was corrected your forehead muscle contractors relaxed revealing underlying ptosis of your right upper eyelid. You probably had a ptosis that was "hidden " by the contraction of your forehead muscles.

[@Lorenzow06]

Thanks Dr, and do you think it will return to normal after a while or is it permanent ?

[@wajiharahi5954]

Hello, where is your office?

[@drkopelman]

I have an office on Park Avenue in New York City and another in New Jersey

[@AhmedRaza-lf7hl]

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[@user-ym7kd3il9w]

Hello, i was advised not to have surgery on my right ptosis eye as the eye would’nt be closed fully while asleep, causing corneal ulsers due to detecting light in the eye, is this the case? My right ptosis eye is blind.

[@drkopelman]

If you have one blind eye i would recommend that you do not have ptosis repair in the opposite eyelid because there is always risks associated with surgery.