Droopy eyelids are very common in our population. A droopy eyelid, also known as ptosis, may appear in both children and adults. The best treatment for droopy eyelids depends primarily on making the right diagnosis. The most frequent causes are due to excess skin on the upper eyelids, a drooping eyebrow, or eyelid ptosis. Eyelid ptosis may be present from birth (congenital) or may be acquired. The causes are multiple, from age-related tissue changes to neurological disease.
In this television interview, Dr. Gomez explains the causes of eyelid ptosis and how to differentiate it from other causes of droopy eyelids. People interested in this topic will learn the most important facts about how to make the correct diagnosis and the treatment options that work best to correct each condition safely.
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