Ptosis Surgery: Understanding Upper Eyelid Correction

 612. <Ptosis Surgery: Understanding Upper Eyelid Correction>

The precise medical term for 눈매교정술 (ptosis surgery) is blepharoptosis correction. Originally developed for patients with severe ptosis who rely on forehead muscles for vision, it has expanded into the cosmetic field to create larger, more defined eyes. This procedure involves shortening the levator palpebrae superioris (LPS), either through incisional or non-incisional techniques.

Why Does Ptosis Occur?

The LPS is the primary muscle responsible for eyelid elevation, controlled by the oculomotor nerve (CN III). It works alongside Müller’s muscle, a sympathetically innervated muscle that enhances eye-opening during heightened emotional states like fear or surprise. Chronic stress or frequent activation of these muscles can lead to premature weakening, causing eyelid drooping.

Additionally, congenital ptosis may occur if maternal adrenal fatigue leads to cortisol deficiency during fetal development, impairing the function of both the LPS and Müller’s muscle. Since ptosis often signals autonomic nervous system imbalance, addressing underlying chronic stress and adrenal function should be prioritized before surgery.

Considerations Before Surgery

While ptosis correction enhances eye openness and aesthetic appeal, it may suppress natural signals of fatigue and stress. Overcorrecting eyelid function can interfere with the body’s autonomic regulation, potentially leading to Horner’s syndrome, adrenal insufficiency, hypothyroidism, or pancreatic fatigue syndrome. Proper health assessment is crucial before opting for surgical intervention.

"Ptosis surgery forcibly enlarges the eyes, overriding the body's natural autonomic eyelid control."
— 612mm Growting Pinetree-

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