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Ptosis
What is ptosis?
Ptosis (say "TOH-sus") means the upper eyelid droops over the eye. Some people are born with ptosis. Others may get it later in life. It may be caused by problems with the muscles or nerves that move the eyelid.
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1000 Welch Road Suite 100
1000 Welch Road
Suite 100
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone: 650-498-9868 Getting Here
Suite 100
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Phone: 650-498-9868 Getting Here
Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Clinic provides several treatments and procedures to help you look your best. Our board certified plastic surgeons make us a premier choice for cosmetic surgery needs.
Ptosis
Ptosis is the excess sagging or eyelid dropping of the upper eyelid and is due to muscle weakness, nerve damage, or looseness of skin. Causes include: aging, injury…
Ptosis
Blepharoptosis