Are Ptosis and Lazy Eye Related?
Many vision conditions that adversely affect a person’s ability to are related to the eyelids. And these conditions have many names. For this edition of Everyday InSight, we are going to study two terms: “ptosis” and “lazy eye.” Specifically, we ask the question… Is Ptosis the Same as Lazy Eye? Ptosis, also known as blepharoptosis,…
Read MoreWhat Are the Pros and Cons of Blepharoplasty Eyelid Surgery?
Do you or someone you know have a condition where there is excess skin on the upper and lower eyelids? If so, there is a surgical procedure called “blepharoplasty” that involves removing this excess skin. While this operation can indeed be beneficial, there are a few points of information to be mindful of before simply…
Read MoreWhat Causes Your Eyelids to Start to Droop?
Many wonder about the condition when one or both eyelids droop. There are a variety of reasons as to why a person should develop what we may call “drooping eyelids,” and SightMD will explain two of them. What causes drooping of eyelids? One cause of drooping eyelids is simply the aging process. As a person…
Read MoreHow Do You Fix Drooping Eyelids?
Yes, you’re reading that title correctly. The condition of the term “drooping eyelids”or, to use the medical term—ptosis does indeed exist. Drooping eyelids can make you look tired and older, regardless of your energy level. Many people want to keep their appearance matching how they feel inside, so they turn to oculoplastic professionals to help them.…
Read MoreWhat is an ideal age for a Blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery is a procedure that helps repair droopy eyelids. This procedure may involve the removal of excess fat, skin, and muscle causing your eyelids to droop. The aging process affects every part of the face, including the eye area. This area can age faster than other areas because its skin is the most…
Read MoreHow are Blepharoplasty and Eyelid Surgery different?
As if conditions related to the eye were not intricate enough, even some of the terminology that’s related to vision care is complicated. Take for example, a real tongue twister of a word known as “blepharoplasty,” which is defined as “surgical repair or reconstruction of an eyelid.” Why not just say “eyelid surgery” instead of…
Read MoreHow Do I Tell f I Have Eyelid Cancer?
The term “eyelid cancer” sounds grim. And while it is something that should be taken seriously and attended to carefully, it is a relatively common condition and is not unique as a place for skin cancer to develop. If detected early on, most cases of eyelid cancer can be safely and effectively treated. If you…
Read MoreWhat Is The Most Common Cause of Ptosis?
Have you ever seen someone whose upper eyelid droops over his or her eye? Maybe you’ve noticed this happening to one of your eyes. This is a condition known as “ptosis,” and it occurs in various degrees. Sometimes, the drooping eyelid is slight. In other cases the condition can be severe enough where the eyelid…
Read MoreHow Long Does a Blepharoplasty Last?
The term “blepharoplasty” refers to a specialized type of surgery that removes excess skin from the eyelids. People may choose to have this operation for either cosmetic reasons, or to improve their vision. This surgery is frequently performed on patients who have “ptosis,” where the eyelid droops and blocks their vision, either partially or completely.…
Read MoreIs Skin Cancer on Eyelids Common?
The eyelids are one of the most common areas on the face to develop skin cancer. Because the surface of the eye acts like a mirror, the lower eyelids are vulnerable to sun damage if they are not properly protected. People with fair skin, a history of skin cancer, active smokers, or certain medical conditions are at…
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