How Is Eyelid Correction for Asymmetric Ptosis Done?

Let’s look at how to address ptosis when it occurs on only one side or is more severe on one side.

Hello, I’m Dr. Choi Seung-hyeop, the director of Wink Plastic Surgery. Today’s topic is asymmetric ptosis. It usually refers to a condition where one eye opens less than the other, and in such cases, the eyes may look even more uneven.

Incisional double eyelid surgery + incisional eyelid correction (asymmetry) | Before surgery

Incisional double eyelid surgery + incisional eyelid correction (asymmetry) | 5 days after surgery

To treat asymmetric ptosis or unilateral ptosis, surgical treatment is needed after an accurate diagnosis by a specialist; in other words, ptosis correction or eyelid correction is required.

Incisional double eyelid surgery + incisional eyelid correction (asymmetry) | Before-and-after comparison

There are broadly two methods for ptosis correction: incisional and non-incisional. The non-incisional method can be considered for mild ptosis, while the incisional method is more suitable for more severe ptosis.

Revision eyelid surgery (incisional) + revision incisional eyelid correction | Before surgery

Revision eyelid surgery (incisional) + revision incisional eyelid correction | 5 days after surgery

There are several methods for ptosis correction. In general, for mild or moderate cases, levator advancement or suspension is the most commonly used, and this method is usually applied in most ptosis corrections. In some severe cases of ptosis, levator resection may be necessary.

Revision eyelid surgery (incisional) + revision incisional eyelid correction | Before-and-after comparison

For unilateral or asymmetric ptosis, it is important to achieve good balance between both eyes. Usually, more correction is performed on the side with more severe ptosis, and it is important to also adjust the less affected side as much as needed.

That concludes our overview of unilateral or asymmetric ptosis.

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