- Duration
- 45–60 min
- Anaesthesia
- Local with sedation
- Recovery
- Social downtime of 7 to 10 days
- Price
- Quotation after consultation
Ptosis is an abnormally low upper eyelid, which can narrow the field of vision and give the eyes a tired or asymmetrical look. Surgical correction shortens or reinforces the levator muscle of the eyelid (or its aponeurosis) to reposition the lid margin at a normal height, while preserving a symmetrical, natural eye opening. It should be distinguished from mild ptosis caused by skin laxity alone, which is treated with an upper blepharoplasty.
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Indications
- Congenital or acquired ptosis (ageing, contact lens wear, previous eye surgery)
- Functional restriction of the visual field
- Eyelid asymmetry
- Compensatory eye strain (permanently raised eyebrows)
How the procedure works
Consultation & assessment
Full ophthalmic examination and orthoptic measurement of levator muscle function, to select the appropriate technique.
The procedure
Shortening or reinforcement of the levator muscle (or its aponeurosis) under local anaesthesia, with the eyelid height adjusted during surgery. 45 to 60 minutes.
Post-operative follow-up
Sutures removed on day 7 to 10, then a review of symmetry and visual function.
Frequently asked questions
Where the ptosis is documented as restricting the field of vision (orthoptic assessment), partial cover by the French health service may be granted subject to prior approval.
Depending on the technique, the incision is made in the natural eyelid crease or on the inner surface of the eyelid, making it discreet or entirely invisible.