Contributed and reviewed by: Dr Audrey Looi (Medical Director at Ava Eye Clinic) Recap: What is Ptosis Surgery? Ptosis repair surgery is recommended when the upper lid margin droops and covers part of the pupil, obstructing the superior visual field. An oculoplastic surgeon is able to assess and help with insurance claim for this procedure if the droop is severe…
In the third of a series of interviews about eye conditions and treatments, Dr Audrey Looi discusses ptosis surgery. What is Ptosis? Ptosis is a medical term that refers simply to a droop. For example, if the eyebrow is droopy, the condition is referred to as brow ptosis. With regards to a droopy upper eyelid, the proper medical term is…
