since birth, I have had, what I thought was ptosis. It wasn't very noticeable at first, but it has gotten worse. I went to an eye specialist when I was 6(twelve years ago) and he diagnosed me with ptosis, of course. Upon going to a cosmetic surgeon last month, he informed me that I didn't have ptosis, but infact, had a sunken eye. I was told that a surgery involving a spacer behind my eye would be the only real fix. My question is, is this dangerous? I've heard that some people weren't able to close their eye after this surgery! I've heard quite a few horror stories. Has anyone had this surgery? is it worth it? Would a cosmetic surgery be better? Sorry to drudge on, but I'm quite scared. Thank you.
2007-02-08 21:11:46 · 6 answers · asked by rors 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Before you rush into surgery i think you need to get a few more opinions. Ptosis is a lazy eyelid. So one of your eyelids always appears to be partly drooped. This can be surgically corrected and it takes about 2 days of hospitalization.
Orbital Spacing is a much more involved procedure and there is no guarantee that it will work on every body. You need to get a consult with an ophthalmologist not a plastic surgeon. That way you will get a proper examination, diagnosis and a proper treatment plan that is suited to your condition
2007-02-08 21:20:28 · answer #1 · answered by Shelty K 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sunken Eye Surgery
2016-12-14 18:32:53 · answer #2 · answered by pariasca 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would get a second opinion from an ocular plastics doctor, many large ophthalmology practices will have one, they specialize in this type of problem. If you have vision loss past a certain degree due to ptosis then this is no longer a cosmetic issue, and it is covered by insurance, medicare and medicaid for the surgery to repair it. It is called a Blepharoplasty. The other surgery would be covered regardless.
2007-02-09 13:13:30 · answer #3 · answered by flamingo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't personally know anyone who has had this surgery. It is up to you NOT to read all the "horror" stories, some are exaggerated, and unfounded. You should research your optometrist/surgeons credentials. Make sure you are going to a board certified surgeon with experience in your specific surgery - Carefully assess the risks involved, along with the benefits be informed with FACTS - Don't let random stories hold you back from something that may help you. Also get a few opinions from different doctors before you make your final decision.
2007-02-08 21:20:50 · answer #4 · answered by VL 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well every surgery has risks of blindness from infection. To minimize the complications I would see a specialist in oculoplastics. These doctors deal with this stuff regularly and would probably give you the best result. As to being able to close your eyes, if done with an experienced doctor this should not be a problem
2007-02-09 02:12:23 · answer #5 · answered by idoc4u2 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-06-19 07:29:43 · answer #6 · answered by Edith 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋