How Can You Treat a Droopy Eyelid, and What Causes It?

The drooping eyelid can have many causes, and finding the cause is an important initial step. Ptosis is the medical term for having the upper eyelid droop lower than normal, often because the muscle or tendons that raise the eyelid have become weak, stretched or affected by a further condition. Ageing can lead to ptosis, though eyelids can also droop after trauma, eye operation or due to conditions affecting the muscles or nerves.

Treatment is based on the diagnosis, degree of eyelid droop, and any impact on vision. An eyelid or oculoplastic specialist will evaluate eyelid position, eyelid movement, facial symmetry and vision prior to starting treatment. For those who qualify, surgery to tighten or elevate the eyelid lifting mechanism may be used to raise the eyelid and improve eyelid elevation.

Not all causes of a droopy eyelid need surgery and new onset droop should be seen in a timely fashion as at times this can be a sign of an underlying neurological or ocular problem.

Having droopy eyelid treatment Cape Town at a reputable practice such as this is a guaranteed safe procedure with a favourable outcome. This personalised consultation will determine the cause and explore all treatment options.