Factors that Affect Healing Time and Temporary Swelling of Eyelid Ptosis Surgery

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A man underwent ptosis surgery and is concerned that the amount of swelling present between his eyelashes and the incision will have an effect on the final outcome. He states that it looks like the eyelid has returned to the same point as before the surgery, and may not be working correctly due to the blurred vision and light sensitivity they’re experiencing.

New York oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon Amiya Prasad, M.D. reviews his concerns in this video, and explains how the severity of the ptosis can affect healing and swelling after the surgery, the possibility of overcorrection and undercorrection are always a possibility, and why blurred vision and light sensitivity after eyelid surgery should be checked by a doctor immediately:

1:32 — Dr. Prasad details his background training in cosmetic oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery, as well as his experience as a specialist in ptosis and revision ptosis surgery

2:13 — The importance of understanding the principles and challenges behind ptosis surgery

2:39 — How ptosis is caused by a malfunction of the levator muscle; and how to determine the level of ptosis severity

3:11 — Dr. Prasad assesses this person’s case and talks about how swelling could’ve affected the weak muscle of the eyelid

3:38 — Dr. Prasad shares how ptosis surgery is performed in his practice

4:16 — How swelling after eyelid and ptosis surgery can last for several months before resolving enough to see improvement

5:00 — Dr. Prasad explains the causes of blurred vision and light sensitivity

6:02 — The importance of discussing any complications resulting from surgery with the doctor who performed the surgery itself

6:37 — How overcorrection and undercorrection are always possible during ptosis surgery

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Видео Factors that Affect Healing Time and Temporary Swelling of Eyelid Ptosis Surgery канала Amiya Prasad, M.D.