Oculoplastics

Oxymetazoline hydrochloride 0.1% helps fill unmet need for patients with ptosis

By Derek N. Cunningham, OD Although mild to moderate ptosis is common, affecting about 12% of the population older than 50,1,2 many eye care specialists are hesitant to engage these patients. Until now, surgery—which is not right for all patients and carries risks including infection and under- or over-correction—was the only...