Eyelid Surgery

Eyelid problems? You may be in need of surgery

Eyelid Surgery and you

Having an eyelid problem can be painful, limit your vision, and affect your appearance. Many people have eyelid problems, this includes droopy upper eyelids, extra eyelid skin or eyelids that turn inward or outward. Fortunately, ophthalmologists can treat many types of eyelid problems with surgery.

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  • Screen for common conditions like amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (eye turn).
  • Guide options for nearsightedness (myopia) control when appropriate.
Comparison of eyes before and after eyelid surgery
Symptoms of an eyelid needing treatment
  • Dry eye
  • Lots of irritation
  • Eyelid drooping
  • Eyelid looking like it was turned outwards or inwards
  • limited side vision

Eyelid conditions and surgical procedures

Ptosis

When one or both of the upper eyelids droop. This is corrected by strengthening the eyelid muscle by shortening it, causing the lid to lift to a normal positon.

Ectropion

When the lower eyelid droops down and turns outward. This can make your eye dry, watery, and sensitive to light and wind. A surgical procedure is done to return the eyelid to its original position.

Blepharoplasty (removal of excess eyelid skin)

Over time, your eyelid skin can stretch too much over time, causing vision issues or bags under the eyes if it's the lower eyelids. A procedure called Blepharoplasty removes any excess eyelid skin and the surgeon may also remove any fatty tissue, solving the issue.

Entropion

When the lower eyelid droops down and turns outward. This can make your eye red, watery, irritated, and even lead to infection on your cornea. A surgical procedure is done to return the eyelid to its original position.

What to expect from eyelid surgery

  • Your ophthamologist will do a full eye exam before treatment options are discussed. They may also take photos of your eye and test your side vision.
  • It is done as an outpatient procedure. Local anesthesia will be used on the eye and around the area.
  • As with all surgeries, there are possible risks and complications. Your ophthalmologists will discuss it with you before any treatments are selected.

Important Tip!

Before your eyelid surgery, it is important you discuss any and all meds you take with your ophthamologist. This includes over-the-counter, prescriptions, vitamins, and supplements.

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Frequently asked questions

Depending on if it's one eyelid affected or multiple and if there are multiple procedures that need to be done, it can take from up to 30 minutes to 3 hours.

Yes, any problems that an ophthamologist finds can all be treated in one surgery session.

If you are aged 18 and over, you are a potential candidate for blepharoplasty. However, the procedure is recommended for those aged 30 and above.

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