Treatment of Upper Eyelid Droop (Ptosis) in Israel

Professor Morris Hartstein

Ophthalmologist

At the Top Ichilov Medical Center, upper eyelid droop (ptosis) is treated by highly qualified and experienced ophthalmologists and plastic surgeons. These specialists restore the ability to see well, as well as the beauty and expressiveness of the eyes.

In their work, the surgeons use modern techniques that leave patients with no noticeable scars.

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effectiveness of surgical treatment

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patients have already received medical assistance

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accuracy of diagnostic procedures

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Upper Eyelid Droop (Ptosis): Advantages of Treatment at the Top Ichilov Medical Center

• All surgeries are performed using microsurgical equipment and instruments, ensuring aesthetic outcomes for patients after the intervention;
• Surgeries are conducted by specialists with the highest professional qualifications: professors, doctors, heads of departments;
• Young patients receive maximum attention, with a child psychologist and professional nannies working with them;
• Excellent conditions for patients: rooms for mothers and children, comfortable hotel accommodations;
• No need for rehabilitation treatment;
• Opportunity for additional examinations in any specialty;
• Friendly and attentive attitude towards each patient.

Congenital Eyelid Droop (Ptosis) – Surgical Treatment at the Top Ichilov Medical Center

Typically, surgery for congenital ptosis is performed in early childhood. During the intervention, the muscle that lifts the eyelid is sutured in a way that shortens it. Access to the affected muscle is through an incision in the eyelid skin along the natural fold. The postoperative wound is closed with a cosmetic stitch using super-thin suture material. Within a year, the scar becomes virtually invisible to the naked eye. In cases of significant muscle damage, it is sutured to the frontal muscle. Children require general anesthesia, while adults need local anesthesia. The young patient stays in the department for one day, and complications are absent.

Acquired Upper Eyelid Droop (Ptosis) – Surgical Treatment at the Top Ichilov Medical Center

Surgical intervention for acquired ptosis differs in that the plastic surgery is performed only on the fascia of the muscle. It is incised and sutured in a way that reduces it. The incision for access is also localized in the natural fold of the eyelid, and if there is stretched skin, it is removed. The stitch is cosmetic and becomes nearly invisible after some time.

Surgical treatment of ptosis in adults can be performed using the latest technique, where the incision for access to the muscle fascia is made on the inner surface of the eyelid. After this operation, there is no scar left on the skin surface. The surgery for adult patients is performed on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia. After 2 to 4 hours, the patient can leave the department. The effect of the plastic surgery lasts a lifetime.