Herman Said:

Does your eyelid droop after lazer surgery?

We Answered:

I have had eye sergury several times, including laser (whichwas by far the least serious ... so I have had my eye in the clamp more than once, and sometimes for hours at a time. Other than soreness from where the clamp was pressed against my orbit (following a three hour surgery), I did not experience any type of stretching or drooping of my eyelid.

Leah Said:

Has anyone ever had surgery for a drooping eyelid?

We Answered:

My father had a surgery for the same condition back in '89. It's been almost 20 years, and medicine and surgical techniques have come a long way....but he hated it. The effects were great, but the procedure brought him intense pain and agony that lasted about 3 weeks. But afterwards, he was fine, and could see again without having a surprised look on his face from trying to lift his eyelids. Nonetheless, with today's anesthesia and properly trained surgeons, it shouldn't be too bad at all. Just realize you may have to baby him for like a week or two after the procedure till he can get back to his regular activities.

Beverly Said:

Anyone had surgery for ptosis (drooping) of the eyelid?

We Answered:

There really aren't any hints or tips for alleviating the ptosis. Unfortunately, the muscle which lifts the eyelid has lost it's ability to function properly. Without surgery, there really aren't any other proven methods to restore it. Having it done as a medical necessity is better simply because if you have health insurance it will help cover the costs. The best hint I can give you is to have it done by a surgeon of Oculoplasty or an Ophthalmologist vs a Cosmetic Surgeon. And choose one that has a lot of experience. Generally speaking, you should have good results and hopefully it will improve your superior and peripheral vision. Downsides are overcorrection which can cause the eyelids to peak and make the eyes not close properly, which can cause corneal problems related to dryness. Also understand that you will most likely need to have it repeated in 10 yrs or so. Good luck...Hope all goes well.

Donna Said:

Does Eyelid Surgery Hurt?

We Answered:

My Mom had surgery like this a few years back. You will be asleep and will not feel anything. Afterwards you will have pain medication and ice will help. No scars.

Melissa Said:

is the only way to fix or help "drooping eyelid" ptosis repair (plastic surgery)?

We Answered:

If you are asking if there is a surgical correction to drooping eyelid, aka ptosis of the eyelid, the answer is yes.

There are several different surgeries, depending on the exact condition and state.