Ptosis is the most common lid malposition encountered in clinical practice in children. Several sling materials have been used, including fascia lata (autogenous or preserved) and synthetic materials ...

Any of the muscles in the periorbital and facial regions may be targeted with botulinum toxin injection (see Fig. 1 for an anatomic depiction of these muscles). As the toxin acts on the neuromuscular ...

Frontalis suspension is a common surgical method used by medical professionals to correct drooping of the upper eyelid due to poor function of the levator muscle. Through the procedure, the eyelid is ...

Botox Cosmetic is already approved for the temporary improvement of crow's feet lines and frown lines between the eyebrows in adults. Allergan has announced that Botox Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) ...

The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of frontalis suspension using 4–0 prolene sutures for paediatric ptosis with poor levator function. A retrospective chart review was performed on ...

Ptosis of the upper eyelid can be disturbing to an individual because of cosmesis and a compromised visual field. Weakness in the muscles, namely levator and Müller’s muscles, lead to ptosis. Ptosis ...