While congenital ptosis may not always be noticeable immediately after birth, it usually becomes more apparent within a few months after a child is born with the condition. Congenital ptosis is the existence of an abnormally droopy upper eyelid or eyelids since birth. This condition is primarily linked to maldevelopment of the levator palpebrae superioris muscle, and a specialist eyelid surgeon like Pari Shams, can perform surgery on the eyelid/eyelids, not only to potentially improve the overall appearance thereof but also remove the risk of possible vision problems as the child grows older.

“Ptosis, which causes the upper eyelid to droop/hang, can also occur in adults, unlike congenital ptosis, which primarily affects infants. It can occur as a result of ageing, injury, or some serious underlying medical conditions. Adult-onset ptosis is typically caused by the eyelid-raising muscle deteriorating or when the nerves that regulate the muscle are damaged. Ptosis may occasionally be brought on merely by slack skin on the upper eyelid, but the cause of the problem can potentially be determined through a comprehensive eye examination by an ophthalmologist,” explained Miss Pari Shams.

Miss Shams is a London-based consultant oculoplastic surgeon with an extensive and impressive repertoire. She performs a wide range of surgical procedures, including oculoplastic, reconstructive, and lacrimal surgery, as well as cosmetic eyelid and blepharoplasty surgery, and specialises in the treatment of eyelid, lacrimal, and orbital issues. She is a skilled blepharoplasty surgeon who has earned many accolades over the years for accomplishments in her field of specialty. Throughout her 17-year career, she has also performed hundreds of eyelid procedures successfully.

Besides seeing patients at the Phoenix Hospital Group Outpatient Centre, the Harley Street Clinic, and the Weymouth Street Hospital, Miss Shams also works as a consultant ophthalmic surgeon at the Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.

Additionally, Miss Shams is a member of the International Thyroid Eye Disease Society (ITEDS), the British Oculoplastic Surgery Society (BOPSS), the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ESOPRS), and the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS).

She also works as a member of a sizable interdisciplinary team that includes maxillo-facial surgeons and dermatologists, to provide all of her patients with the highest level of care, patient experience, treatment, and the best possible outcomes.

Whether you require functional surgery or looking to create a particular appearance through a cosmetic surgical treatment, Miss Shams will customise your consultation, care, and treatment to meet your specific needs. You can also visit her extensive website to learn more about the many different treatments and surgical procedures she provides and note that Miss Shams is also available for online and telephone consultations.

About Us

Pari Shams is a cosmetic and functional eyelid surgeon that specialises in the management of eyelid, lacrimal and orbital disorders. Surgical procedures are performed at a variety of medical facilities including their practice at Moorfields Private Outpatient Centre, the Phoenix Hospital Group Outpatient Centre, The Harley Street Clinic, and Weymouth Street Hospital. Dr. Shams believes in personalised healthcare where decisions are made with the patient, based on their needs and desires and she makes sure that every patient receives the care and attention that is required at every stage of their treatment. Whether you would like to have functional or cosmetic eye surgery, Dr. Shams is qualified to advise you of the best surgical, or non-surgical options that will achieve the most natural and desirable aesthetic outcome, without compromising your eye function. Find out more about Pari Shams on her website at https://www.parishams.com.