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Aesthetic Considerations for the Ptosis Surgeon

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Blepharoptosis is one of the most common age-related changes of the upper eyelids. It is frequently present in patients undergoing upper eyelid and facial rejuvenation. If the plan is to combine ptosis repair with other procedures, these additional procedures may impact which ptosis procedure is selected.

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  1. Private Practice, The Art of Eyes, Skokie, IL, USA

    Adam J. Cohen

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  1. The Art of Eyes, Private Practice, Skokie, 60076, Illinois, USA

    Adam J. Cohen

  2. Concord, NH, Department of Surgery (Ophthalmology), Concord Eye Care, Hanover, 03755, New Hampshire, USA

    David A. Weinberg

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Cohen, A.J., Weinberg, D.A. (2011). Aesthetic Considerations for the Ptosis Surgeon. In: Cohen, A., Weinberg, D. (eds) Evaluation and Management of Blepharoptosis. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-387-92855-5_26

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