What to Consider Before Eye Surgery?

What to Consider Before Eye Surgery?

If your eyes appear dull or your eyelids droop, obstructing your vision and causing discomfort,

you may have considered double eyelid surgery at some point.

As the eyes are the first feature people notice when meeting someone,

it is crucial to find an eye shape that suits you

and carefully select the appropriate surgical method.

Eye surgery encompasses various procedures beyond just double eyelid surgery,

including upper blepharoplasty, lower blepharoplasty, under-eye fat repositioning, epicanthoplasty, and lateral canthoplasty.

Double eyelid surgery, in particular, can be broadly divided into

the incisional method and the natural adhesion method.

The incisional method involves making an incision in the skin

to create a double eyelid line and remove unnecessary fat and muscle.

This method is suitable for individuals with sagging skin or thick eyelids.

The natural adhesion method creates a natural line by removing fat through tiny punctures without incisions and adhering the levator palpebrae superioris muscle to the skin.

Its advantages include less concern about scars and faster recovery.

Since there are various types of double eyelid lines,

custom designs are possible depending on the desired eye shape,

such as in-line, in-out line, and out-line.

The in-line is a common and natural double eyelid line

that starts from the inner corner of the eye, with a relatively low line height.

The in-out line gradually appears larger from the inner corner to the outer corner of the eye.

The out-line is a Western-style line that makes the eyes look refreshed

and is a more dramatic line.

Finally, the semi-out line

is a combination of the in-line and out-line,

offering a glamorous yet more natural line than the out-line.

Have you ever heard of ‘ptosis’ and ‘ptosis correction’?

Ptosis refers to a condition where the eyelid does not lift properly due to weak eye-opening muscles,

causing a significant portion of the pupil to be covered.

This can result in a sleepy impression or blurry eyes.

To improve such ptosis,

ptosis correction is often performed concurrently.

Ptosis correction is a surgery that pulls up the muscles that lift the double eyelid,

increasing the exposure of the pupil

and making the eyes look clearer.

When performed alongside double eyelid surgery,

it significantly enhances the overall impression

and can reduce functional discomfort.

Eye surgery is a good option for individuals who:

have a dull eye shape due to monolids or hidden double eyelids,

use their forehead muscles to open their eyes,

have drooping eyelids that obstruct their vision,

have asymmetrical eye sizes or double eyelid lines,

or desire a natural improvement in their image.

After eye surgery, post-operative care is just as important as the surgical results.

First, you should refrain from alcohol and smoking for at least 2 months.

This is because they can cause inflammation and delay wound healing.

Second, light washing of the face is possible 2 days after stitch removal.

Third, eye makeup can be started 4 weeks after stitch removal.

Fourth, strenuous activities such as exercise, jjimjilbangs (Korean saunas), or saunas are only possible at least 4 weeks after surgery.

Therefore, avoid strenuous activities during the recovery period.

Finally, cold compresses and light walks are helpful for reducing swelling, so it’s good to do them frequently.

Eye surgery is not merely a procedure to improve the external appearance of the eyes;

it also requires consideration of functional issues.

Therefore, it is most important to have a thorough consultation with a specialist

to choose the surgical method that is right for you.

If you make a careful decision and meticulously manage your recovery,

it can help you achieve a brighter and clearer impression.