Ectropion is the weakening of the connective tissue of the eyelid (usually the lower eyelid), which causes the lid to turn out. This causes the inner surface to be exposed. In severe ectropion, the entire length of the eyelid is turned out. In less severe cases of ectropion, only one segment of the eyelid sags away from the eye.

Ectropion is caused by:
•Most commonly caused by the aging process
•Facial palsy
•Scar tissue from burns
•Long-term (chronic) conjunctivitis
•Keratitis
•Redness of the lid and white part of the eye
•Dry, painful eyes
•Excess tearing of the eye (epiphora)
•A defect that occurs before birth (in children with Down’s syndrome)

This video is a heartwarming story about a pediatric ocuplastic surgery that Dr. Mont Cartwright, M.D. of Medical Eye Associates and Doctors Surgery Center performed on a local Central Florida child that suffered from a congenital birth defect. It is very important to carefully select the professionals to treat your most prized possessions, your children. Selecting the right Pediatric Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon is an important job. Please read Choosing an Oculoplastic Surgeon for important information regarding this crucial decision.

Ptosis is an abnormally low position (drooping) of the upper eyelid. The drooping may get worse when the individual’s muscles are tired.

If severe enough and left untreated, the drooping eyelid can cause other conditions, such as amblyopia or astigmatism. This is why it is especially important for this disorder to be treated as soon as possible before it begins to interfere with vision.

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The orbit is the boney socket in your skull. The orbit houses the eye and all of the structures that support the proper function of the eye such as muscles, nerves and blood vessels. The eye and supporting structures are surrounded by fat that cushions the eye. Unfortunately, there are a variety of problems can occur in the eye socket that effect the proper functioning of the eye.

These problems range from inflammatory disease like thyroid associated orbitopathy as seen in patients with Graves’ disease, eye tumors, infections, and injuries from trauma. When these problems occur, patients often have double vision, loss of vision, pain and swelling. These types of problem are often addressed by an Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon, which requires specialized training.

Dr. Mont Cartwright, M.D. is a uniquely qualified physician having trained in both ophthalmology and plastic surgery. He is a Diplomat for the American Board of Ophthalmology, member of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery – General, and member of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery – Facial.

Dr. Cartwright is known as one of Central Florida’s premier ophthalmologist and oculofacial plastic, cosmetic, and reconstructive surgeons. His expertise in the field has led him to write over 70 medical publications, conduct numerous lectures, and participate in multiple speaking engagements. Read more about Dr. Cartwright.