Ectropion

Ectropion is the turning outward of the lower eyelid, or sagging of the lower eyelid. The causes of this problem include aging causing a relaxation of the eyelid structures, facial paralysis, scarring from trauma, infection or previous surgery including lower eyelid blepharoplasty. The repair of this condition generally involves tightening of the lower eyelid and sometimes may need a skin graft placed to the lower eyelid.