Ptosis refers to the position of the eyelid margin relative to the pupil. Sometimes, excess skin above the eyelid can weigh it down and affect its position; a condition called “mechanical ptosis”. During a preliminary examination, Dr. Amiya Prasad will raise the extra skin to see where the eyelid margin is situated. If the margin remains low, it is possible you have ptosis. If that is the case, you will require ptosis surgery to correct it, as it cannot be fixed by blepharoplasty alone.