Top Methods to Treat Droopy Eyelids in Older People: Surgical and Non-Surgical Procedures

2024-04-18 16:36:18

Droopy eyelids are one of the signs of aging. In addition to making the image unattractive For people with severe symptoms, it can affect vision and even life.

What causes ptosis in older people?

Ptosis in the elderly This may be the result of abnormalities in the eye muscles. or the skin around the eyes sags. This can occur in one or both eyes, making the face look tired, faded and older than its years, affecting insecurity regarding one’s appearance. However, drooping eyelids are not considered dangerous. If it still does not affect your vision or your daily life But if left for a long time It is possible that it will interfere with our vision.

The problem of ptosis in older people can be solved in several ways. Both perform surgeries and perform non-surgical procedures (image from iStock)

Ptosis in the elderly What methods can be treated?

Droopy eyelids in older adults can be treated and corrected in several ways. Surgical and non-surgical It depends on the problems and preferences of the elderly. It is important that it is the doctor who evaluates which method to use for each person’s ptosis problem is the most appropriate and will help the most in solving the problem.

1. Surgery to correct drooping eyelids (Blepharoplasty)

Surgery to correct ptosis in the elderly Suitable for those who have problems with drooping eyelids. Smaller eyelids caused by age This causes the skin to overflow and droop over the eyes. Ptosis surgery with upper eyelid surgery solves the problem of darkened ptosis. wrinkled eyelids and tightens sagging eyelid muscles to make them firmer. As a result, the lines of the double eyelids look very natural. It also makes opening your eyes more comfortable. Correct the symptoms of curled eyelashes in the eyeball

Surgery is a good way to solve the problem of drooping eyelids in older people and allows you to see the most obvious changes (Image from iStock).

2. Brow lift surgery

Brow lift surgery is another surgical procedure for drooping eyelids in older people. This helps the eyes look bright without any scars on the face. And besides fixing droopy eyelids Can also fix other problems There are many more on the face. It can be said that it is surgery that can shorten your life by 5 to 10 years.

Brow lift surgery is a procedure that uses medical techniques. With surgery to lift the skin above sagging eyebrows to appear firmer After the procedure, your eyebrows will lift immediately. and helps to increase the area between eyebrows and eyes even more. Makes eyes look big and elegant. The face looks young. This will help solve the problem of people whose faces look old, dull and sad because of drooping eyebrows and drooping eye corners.

Endotine brow lift surgery helps to solve the problem of drooping eyelids and also solves the problem of sagging and wrinkles in the forehead area (Image from iStock).

There is also an Endotine eyebrow lift technique using medical equipment. It looks like a small pin It has a small thorny stem. Dispersed throughout the pin area It is used to tighten and firm sagging skin. Endotin will help stimulate collagen and adhesion under the skin. The materials used are not harmful to the body. and can decompose naturally

3. Thread lift to lift ptosis

Thread lift is one of the ways to treat drooping eyelids in the elderly. Suitable for those who do not want surgery or plastic surgery. This thread lift for lifting droopy eyelids uses a technique to lift threads around the corner of the eye, using threads to lift them. Makes eyes clear and clear and solves the problem of drooping eyelids and drooping corners. However, the downside is that the eye shape may not look very natural. and is not as permanent as surgical surgery

4. Lifting tools

In addition to thread lifting The use of a group of lifting devices such as Hifu, Ultraformer, Ulthera or Thermage which are often used to lift the face can also be used to lift drooping eyelids in older people. Use of a special head particularly suitable for lifting and tightening the eye contour. The results are completely natural and leave no scars. However, this method does not permanently solve the problem of drooping eyelids. It must be repeated at least every 4 months to 1 year, depending on the type of energy of the lifting machine we choose to use.

5. Botox injections to lift the corners of the eyes

For people who don’t yet have a lot of droopy eyelids. Botox injections to lift the corners of the eyes can help correct the problem of drooping eyelids. By injecting it into the area below the eyebrow, at the corner of the eye. Botox works to relax the muscles in this area. Helps lift drooping corners of eyes. Helps eyes appear larger and brighter. It also helps reduce wrinkles at the corners of the eyes.

Botox injections to lift the outer corner of the eye can solve the problem of ptosis for those who suffer from mild ptosis (Image from iStock).

However, Botox injections for an eyelid lift are not as permanent as surgery. The results will be visible in regarding 4 to 5 months, so you should repeat the injection when the Botox has worn off. In addition, you must choose to do it with a specialist doctor. Because if you use the wrong amount or inject in the wrong way, it can change the shape of your eyebrows.

Who can get droopy eyelids?

It is true that the problem of drooping eyelids inevitably occurs in older people. But for the general public, the problem of drooping eyelids can also be encountered. It is caused by

Droopy eyelid since birth

Droopy Eyelid Since Birth This is a condition in which the eyelid muscles do not function properly since birth. preventing children from fully opening their eyes or both eyes growing unevenly This makes the child unable to open the eyelids. so it cannot be seen clearly. If left untreated, it can cause “lazy eye”, which affects the child’s vision and is difficult to correct as an adult.

Droopy eyelids due to other causes

Droopy eyelids due to other causes This may result from our own behavior of frequently rubbing our eyes. Wearing contact lenses for many years or abnormalities in the nervous system There is a large bump or abnormality in the eye. There was a serious eye accident. Eyelids or torn eyelids

Frequent rubbing of the eyes This is one of the causes of ptosis caused by weakness of the eye muscles. Which surgical correction will have the most results (Image from iStock)

These droopy eyelid problems often cause the affected eye to appear deeper than the other eye. It’s like a person who can’t open his eyes. Most are problems caused by weakness of the eye muscles. which in addition to affecting the external image If you experience the following symptoms You should consult a doctor immediately for treatment.

• Eyelids droop and can no longer see clearly as before.
• The eyelids droop until they are almost completely closed.
• Drooping eyelids with double vision
• The eyelids droop unevenly during the day, in the evening or during periods of little rest. Eyelid droops more
• There are also symptoms of weakness in half of the arms and legs.

If you notice that you are experiencing symptoms like this you should consult a doctor to treat droopy eyelids. We can observe our own eyelids by looking in the mirror. Keep your eyes straight and observe whether or not the upper eyelid protrudes beyond the pupil. If your eyelids droop abnormally, you should also see a doctor.

The most effective way to treat droopy eyelids caused by weak eye muscles is surgery. This will solve the problem more directly and permanently than other methods.

References: Masterpiece Hospital, V Square Clinic, Phyathai Hospital

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