Some people confuse blepharoplasty with eyelid ptosis correction. Have you ever wondered what the difference between the two surgeries is?
First of all, it is important to clarify that these are completely different procedures that, when necessary, can be performed together.
When the patient notices excess skin and fat bags drooping over the eyes, this is a physical condition known as dermatochalasis, or blepharochalasis, which can be corrected with blepharoplasty surgery.
In eyelid ptosis, on the other hand, the patient’s eye opening is impaired. In other words: we usually notice that one eye stays more closed – or opens a little less – than the other. In some situations, the problem can affect both eyes. There are cases in which, in addition to the drooping eyelid, the patient has greater sagging in one eye, which compromises the symmetry of the eye area.
A very common complaint in this type of clinical picture is constant tiredness. Patients often say they wake up looking tired. This feeling comes precisely from the impaired eye opening, which tends to worsen over the course of the day or with alcohol consumption.
It is also worth noting that eyelid ptosis is a condition that can be acquired with the aging process or, for genetic reasons, be present from birth. Whatever the cause, however, it can be repaired with eyelid ptosis correction surgery.
In short, blepharoplasty corrects excess skin and fat bags, while eyelid ptosis correction repairs impaired eye opening. When necessary, the two surgeries can indeed be performed at the same time and deliver excellent results.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace a consultation. Whether any procedure is indicated depends on an in-person assessment, case by case. CRM SP 90.116 | RQE 11.350.
