Ptosis Treatment (Surgery For Correcting Droopy Eyelids)

· Those who want to treat ptosis in Tokyo, Japan.
· Those with drooping eyelids that obstruct vision.
· Those who wish to have rounder eyes.
· Those who wish to lift droopy eyelids.
· Those who wish to have more prominent eyes.

Ptosis refers to drooping of the upper eyelid. The droop can descend over the pupil, blocking full vision and making the person looks sleepy. Ptosis can affect both children and adults, but it usually occurs because of aging. The condition can also happen due to injury, the problem with the levator muscles (muscles that lift the eyelid), an aftereffect of cataract surgery, or other corrective eye surgery. An eye tumor, neurological disorder, or systemic disease like diabetes are other causes of drooping eyelids. Ptosis correction is a surgery that can help to tighten levator muscles to lift the eyelid, giving you an improved eye appearance and vision.

At our affiliated clinic, there are 2 types of treatment available, which depends on your condition whether if you need to undergo just the MT method or an incisional method should be performed for the ideal results.

· MT Method
This is a technique performed by sewing and shrinking the muscles on the backside of the eyelids to improve the eyelids opening

· Incision Method
In the case where ptosis is strong and the skin sags, this method is preferred to treat the condition effectively; the procedure involves making an incision on the skin to shorten the muscles as well as to remove the extra skin that causes sagginess

1. Overall eye condition will be examined
2. The treatment area will be predicted
3. Anesthesia will be administered
4. For MT method, sewing and shrinking the muscles on the backside of the eyelids will be done with absorbable threads
5. Incision may be needed only if the condition strong ptosis and severe skin sagginess
6. The incision will be closed with sutures

<Advantages>
· Gives bigger eyes by lifting droopy eyelids
· Makes overall facial appearance looks fresh and more energetic
· Improves the field of vision
· Improves symmetry between two eyelids
· Restores the normal appearance of eyelids

<Limitations>
· Scarring will take 10 days or more to disappear, depending on your condition
· The eyelid may feel sore and look swollen for a few weeks

· No makeup should be done around the eyes until the next day; for the incisional method, it is recommended to not apply any makeup on until after the removal of the threads
· Elevate your head and use cold compresses as much as possible after surgery to reduce swelling
· After surgery, the eyelid can become stiffer than normal which can make the eyes dry. Use the lubricating ointment provided by the doctor when necessary

Q1: Can I continue wearing contact lens and glasses after the procedure?
A1: On the day of the surgery, please bring your glasses or sunglasses to avoid irritating the eyes. You can only continue wearing your contact lens after your eyelid has healed, that is when it feels comfortable and can close well. Generally, you can start wearing lenses again about 3 to 4 weeks after surgery.

Q2: Do I have to change my glasses after the treatment?
A2: You may need to change your eyeglass prescription, but please wait until at least 2 months after surgery to get a new prescription to allow your eyes to get comfortable.

Q3: Will there be any effects on my vision?
A3: The surgery does affect your vision, but it may cause eye dryness since the eyes may not close fully during the recovery period. Please use the lubricating ointment when necessary and follow the doctor's post-care tips to get faster healing.

Q4: Will the swelling after the surgery affect my daily life?
A4: Swelling and internal bleeding may happen for about a week, and then they will gradually subside. Please take plenty of rest during recovery.

[Clinic Name] Bianca Clinic Ginza
[Location] Tokyo, Japan
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] 5 mins drive from Tokyo Station, Ginza Sony Park, as well as many other attractions nearby
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday to Sunday (10:00AM - 7:00PM)