Eyelid surgery in Largo, Florida
Ptosis Repair for Drooping Eyelids in Largo, FL
Ptosis is a low upper-eyelid margin caused by weakness, stretching, or disconnection of the eyelid-lifting mechanism. Ptosis repair is different from removing excess skin and may be functional, cosmetic, or both.
Who it may help
A plan based on your eyelid anatomy
- One or both upper eyelids sitting lower than desired
- A blocked or reduced upper visual field
- Eye fatigue from lifting the brow to see
- Difficulty keeping the eyes comfortably open
How candidacy is evaluated
What Dr. Clair looks at
- Eyelid height and symmetry
- Levator function and the cause of the droop
- Brow position and excess skin
- Pupil, eye-surface, and eyelid-closure considerations
Recovery and planning
What to expect after surgery
Early swelling and position changes are expected after ptosis repair. The eyelid position can continue to settle as healing progresses, so follow-up is an important part of care.
Recovery guidance is individualized. Call promptly about concerning changes such as worsening pain, vision changes, rapidly increasing swelling, or difficulty closing the eye; severe or sudden symptoms may require emergency care.
Questions patients ask
Ptosis repair, explained
How is ptosis repair different from blepharoplasty?
Blepharoplasty primarily addresses excess skin or selected fullness. Ptosis repair addresses the mechanism that raises the eyelid. Some patients need one procedure, while others benefit from both.
Can ptosis surgery be covered by insurance?
When drooping significantly affects vision or function, insurance coverage may be possible. Documentation, examination, and visual-field testing requirements vary by plan.
What causes adult ptosis?
Adult ptosis may develop with age, contact-lens wear, prior surgery, trauma, or other medical causes. The evaluation focuses on identifying the likely cause before planning treatment.
Written and reviewed by Dr. Brandon Clair, MD, FAAO
Board-certified ophthalmologist and fellowship-trained oculoplastic surgeon.
1601 East Bay Drive, Suite 2
Largo, FL 33771