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Ptosis Repair

In Scottsdale, AZ

Rejuvenation and restoration of the upper eyelids.

What is Ptosis?

Drooping upper eyelids, caused by weakened eyelid muscles, not only give a person an aged, tired appearance but also interfere with vision. In eyelid ptosis, the upper eyelid margin (the edge of the eyelid) falls below its normal level and blocks the field of vision. The eyelid may encroach or cover the pupil. Ptosis may affect just one eye or both eyes. Ptosis is different from the loose and redundant skin of the upper eyelids (dermatochalasis) or extra fold of skin caused by droopy eyebrows.

Most often, natural aging is responsible for the weakening of either the levator muscle (the main eyelid muscle) or Mueller’s muscle, but congenital ptosis present at birth or traumatic injury later in life can cause a drooping eyelid. Ptosis surgery solves the problems associated with drooping lids by tightening or shortening the eyelid muscle so that it can once again raise the upper eyelids adequately.

Before And After

Would You Benefit from Ptosis Repair?

Ptosis surgery can be considered for cosmetic or medical factors. Severely drooping eyelids sometimes make eyelid surgery necessary to restore a better quality of life. Candidate for ptosis repair should be in overall good health without serious eye conditions or other underlying medical problems. The following concerns can be treated during your reconstructive ptosis repair:

  • Droopy eyelids from poor connective tissue that cause impaired vision
  • Fatigue or headache from straining the forehead muscles
  • Heavy feeling on the upper eyelids

If patients have significant amounts of sagging skin on the upper eyelid, ptosis repair can be combined with blepharoplasty (eyelid lift) for optimal results. This can be discussed at your consultation with Dr. Ghafouri along with any other questions or concerns about how to treat ptosis.

Ptosis Repair Recovery

The ptosis repair procedure typically takes 30 to 60 minutes to complete, depending on the degree of ptosis and the surgical method used to correct it. Dr. Ghafouri will begin by making a small incision in the natural crease of the upper eyelid. From this point, he will expose the levator muscle and either trim it to shorten it (in cases where it is stretched out) or tighten it if it has weakened. If the patient has significant amounts of excess upper eyelid skin, an eyelid lift or blepharoplasty may be performed at the time to achieve better cosmetic results. In mild cases of ptosis, a different muscle (Muller’s muscle) is tightened through an internal eyelid incision. Dissolvable sutures are then used to close the incision as leave a strong levator muscle function.

Meet Dr. Ali Ghafouri

Dr. Ghafouri MD, FACS, is a board-certified ophthalmologist with specialized training in oculoplastic and orbital surgery. His exclusive specialization in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid and facial surgery sets him apart from other plastic surgeons who practice a larger range of facial and body surgeries. The eyes are a complex and dynamic structure that requires the trained eye of an eyelid surgeon like Dr. Ghafouri to achieve the best possible results. He has performed over 12,000 aesthetic and reconstructive surgeries, each with a personalized approach and commitment to exceptional results.

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SEE OUR PATIENTS’

REVIEWS

“I couldn’t be more pleased. A week after my procedure my nephew came over and asked why I looked so much younger. I shared that I had surgery on my upper lids. There was minimal discoloration with following the information to the letter. I’m still wondering how Dr made me look like myself only younger. I told my husband my vision has gone from a regular movie theater to a I Max. The facility is beautiful and the staff very kind and welcoming. I had an eye specialist tell me he wouldn’t let anyone but Dr. Ghafouri do his Oculoplastic.”

“Wonderful office. The whole staff and providers are fantastic.”

“A wonderful practice full of caring practitioners. Dr. Ghafouri was patient in answering all of my questions and concerns. And the results speak for themselves.”

OUT OF TOWN?

9431 E. IRONWOOD SQUARE DR., SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85258

Dr. Ghafouri offers virtual consultations for out-of-town patients. We see patients from all across the country who trust Dr. Ghafouri’s unique skills and expertise for their facial or eyelid surgeries. If you choose to travel to Arizona for your surgery, we can also recommend hotels and other resources to make your stay comfortable.

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