In cases where the eyes appear tired or small due to short horizontal length, creating a double eyelid line alone may not be sufficient.
Eye size, shape, and impression can be improved by performing medial, lateral, and lower canthoplasty individually or in combination, considering overall facial balance.
Improving Eye Size and Shape
Enhancing Facial Impression
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Dr. Song Insu, eye surgery specialist, explains the canthoplasty techniques and precautions.
Naturally Enlarging the Eyes for a Refreshing Look
At 345 Plastic Surgery, canthoplasty is customized by considering various angles and positions, resulting in brighter eyes and well-defined double eyelids.
First, Personalized Design
Customized design according to each individual’s eye ratio and shape.
Second, Minimal Scar Exposure
Incisions are made delicately near the conjunctival line to minimize scar exposure.
Canthoplasty
345 Plastic Surgery offers canthoplasty tailored to individual eye shapes.
Canthoplasty at 345 Plastic Surgery is tailored to match each individual’s eye shape. The procedure enhances horizontal eye length or adjusts the exposure to create bright and attractive eyes.
Eyelid Surgery (Lateral Canthoplasty + Lower Canthoplasty)
Eyelid Surgery (Lateral Canthoplasty + Lower Canthoplasty)
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Recommended for
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First, Tired-Looking Eyes
For those whose Mongolian fold covers the inner corner, making the eyes appear heavy.
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Second, Adjusting Eye Spacing
For those who want to adjust the spacing between the eyes.
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Third, Softening a Sharp Impression
For those who want to soften sharp-looking eyes.
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Fourth, Clear and Bright Eyes
For those who want bright and well-defined eyes.
Epicanthoplasty
Removes the Mongolian fold to create a refreshing and open eye shape by designing the desired inner corner line, making an incision, and securing the medial canthal tendon after releasing surrounding muscles.
Surgery Time
30 minutes
Anesthesia
Local or Sedation Anesthesia
Hospital Stay
Same-day discharge
Follow-Up Visits
1 visit
Recovery
Daily activities can be resumed on the same day
Lateral Canthoplasty
Effective for lowering the outer corner of the eye to soften a sharp impression and widen the horizontal length of the eyes. The lateral canthus is fixed to the periosteum to prevent recurrence.
Surgery Time
30 minutes
Anesthesia
Local or Sedation Anesthesia
Hospital Stay
Same-day discharge
Follow-Up Visits
1 visit
Recovery
Daily activities can be resumed on the same day
Low Canthoplasty
Adjusts the angle of the lower eyelid to increase vertical height and create a softer and gentler impression. The lower tarsal plate is fixed to the fascia for optimal results.
Surgery Time
30 minutes
Anesthesia
Local or Sedation Anesthesia
Hospital Stay
Same-day discharge
Follow-Up Visits
1 visit
Recovery
Daily activities can be resumed on the same day
Upper Canthoplasty
Combines medial canthoplasty, ptosis correction, and double eyelid surgery when necessary to create larger, softer eyes.
Surgery Time
30 minutes
Anesthesia
Local or Sedation Anesthesia
Hospital Stay
Same-day discharge
Follow-Up Visits
1 visit
Recovery
Daily activities can be resumed on the same day
How, Why,
Frequently Asked Questions About Eye Surgery
Is it okay to undergo eye and nose surgery at the same time?
It is fine to undergo eye and nose surgery either simultaneously or separately. Although they are anatomically close, it is not mandatory to perform them together. However, having both surgeries at once allows you to complete the recovery process in a single period.
Why does under-eye fat form?
Under-eye fat exists to protect the eyes. While many believe that only soft tissue and skin change with age, bone structure also alters. The volume of orbital fat shifts downward with aging, pushing against the septum, muscle, and skin, leading to under-eye bulging. Depending on individual elasticity and firmness of soft tissue, some may develop noticeable under-eye fat at a younger age, while others may see it emerge as they age.
What is the difference between double eyelid surgery and ptosis correction?
Double eyelid surgery creates a double fold considering the overall facial balance, while ptosis correction strengthens the muscles responsible for eye-opening, often referred to as sleepy-eye correction. Some mistakenly believe both procedures are always necessary together, but ptosis correction is not essential for all double eyelid surgeries.