Entropion is the medical term used to described a condition where the lower eyelid and eyelashes turn or roll inward toward the eye. This causes the eyelid and it's lashes to constantly rub against the cornea (the front part of the eye) and conjunctiva (the mucous membrane that protects the eye).

Entropion can cause irritation to the eyelid and the eye. This can result in excessive tearing, crusting of the eyelid and mucus discharge, a feeling that something is in the eye, irritation of the cornea and impaired vision. Damage to the cornea (the clear part of the eye that allows light to enter the eye), including infection and scarring, may develop due to the chronically turned-in eyelid. These are important reasons for having this condition repaired before permanent damage occurs to the eye.Entropion is usually treated by surgery. The surgery is usually performed as an outpatient (there is usually no need for hospitalization). Local anesthesia, which numbs the eyelid, is combined with light sedation so there is little, if any, pain during or even after the procedure.

Please contact the Center for Cosmetic Facial and Eye Plastic Surgery at 727-522-FACE (3223) for more information and a personal consultation.

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