Differences in Treating Hooded Eyelids, and Drooping Eyelids Caused by Ptosis

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New York oculoplastic and reconstructive surgeon Amiya Prasad, M.D. reviews the differences between upper eyelid hooding and upper eyelid ptosis, the different causes and effects of each, and the importance of an accurate diagnosis before proceeding with treatment:

0:21 - Introduction to the differences between upper eyelid hooding and upper eyelid ptosis

1:32 - Dr. Prasad details his background training in cosmetic oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery, as well as his experience performing eyelid surgeries

2:37 - What dermatochalasis is, and its causes

3:04 - What eyelid ptosis is, and its effects

3:35 - The causes of eyelid ptosis associated with aging

4:03 - How ptosis can be present at the same time as dermatochalasis

4:22 - The importance of an accurate diagnosis before proceeding with treatment

4:28 - How upper eyelid dermatochalasis is more than just skin deep, with soft tissue an important aspect

4:46 - Why there are concerns of eye closure after upper eyelid skin removal

5:22 - How Dr. Prasad’s surgical aesthetic focuses on natural-looking results

5:50 - Why removing eyelid skin alone does not treat ptosis

6:17 - How eyelid ptosis correction surgery is performed

6:26 - How Dr. Prasad performs upper eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty with ptosis correction surgery

6:47 - Why Dr. Prasad uses local anesthesia with LITE™ IV sedation instead of general anesthesia

7:10 - Conclusion

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