Drooping eyelids can affect not only your appearance but also your vision and daily confidence. At Eye MDs of Inland, Dr. Marc Shomer and Dr. Robert Gunzenhauser offer precise, restorative ptosis repair to lift and restore eyelid function. Our compassionate, physician-owned practice delivers personalized, first-class eye care, helping you see and look your best again.
Improve Vision by Lifting Drooping Eyelids
Ptosis repair is a procedure that corrects drooping of the upper eyelid, a condition known as ptosis. This occurs when the muscles that lift your eyelid weaken or stretch, often due to age, trauma, or nerve issues. During ptosis repair, Dr. Shomer or Dr. Gunzenhauser carefully tighten or reattach the levator muscle to restore proper eyelid position. The result is improved vision, balanced eyelid height, and a more alert, natural appearance.
What Does Ptosis Repair Treat?
Your upper eyelid is lifted by a delicate muscle called the levator, which keeps the eye open and maintains a natural field of vision. When this muscle weakens, the eyelid may droop, a condition known as ptosis. Ptosis repair addresses this eyelid dysfunction, restoring proper muscle strength and lid height for clearer vision and an improved appearance.
You may benefit from ptosis repair if you experience:
- A heavy or sagging upper eyelid obstructing your vision
- Difficulty keeping your eyes open, especially when tired
- Uneven or asymmetrical eyelid height
- Strained forehead muscles from constantly lifting your brow
- A tired or aged appearance around the eyes
Benefits of Ptosis Repair
Improved Vision Clarity
By lifting a drooping eyelid, ptosis repair restores your full field of vision, reducing the strain and obstruction that can interfere with daily tasks like reading or driving. You’ll achieve clearer, more comfortable sight almost immediately after recovery.
Improved Peripheral Vision
Drooping eyelids can block the upper and side visual fields. Surgery can restore a clearer, wider range of sight. By removing this physical obstruction day-to-day activities such as driving and reading can improve. The result is not only better peripheral vision, but also enhanced safety and visual comfort.
Reduced Eye Fatigue
Over time, constantly raising your eyebrows to lift a heavy eyelid can cause forehead strain, headaches, and eye fatigue. Ptosis repair restores proper eyelid lift, eliminating the need for compensatory effort and reducing tension around the eyes and forehead.
Rejuvenated Facial Appearance
Drooping eyelids often make you appear tired or older than you feel. Ptosis repair revitalizes your expression by lifting the lid to a more alert position. This subtle change gives your eyes a refreshed, open look while preserving your natural features.
How is Ptosis Repair Done?
During ptosis repair, your surgeon carefully repositions the upper eyelid to restore proper height and function. In many cases, this can be accomplished using a no-visible-scar approach, with the procedure performed entirely from the inside of the eyelid. When additional correction is needed, excess skin may be gently removed from the front of the eyelid and the lifting muscle refined through a discreet incision hidden in the natural eyelid crease.
Dr. Shomer and Dr. Gunzenhauser perform this delicate procedure with expert precision. At our single-site, physician-owned practice, you receive truly personalized care—every step is clearly explained, each surgical plan is tailored to your unique anatomy, and your comfort and confidence are our priority. The result is improved eyelid function, clearer vision, and a naturally balanced appearance.
Restore Optimal Eyelid Function and Appearance
Eye MDs of Inland is led by board-certified ophthalmologists Dr. Marc Shomer and Dr. Robert Gunzenhauser, highly trained surgeons from UCLA’s prestigious Jules Stein Eye Institute. With extensive experience in functional and cosmetic eyelid procedures, they provide personalized, first-class care for all your vision concerns. Schedule your ptosis repair consultation today in Upland, CA, and take the first step toward clearer sight and renewed confidence.
