In eye plastic surgery, what is more important than simple enlargement is ‘precise diagnosis’ that considers both function and aesthetics.
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<JAYJUN Plastic Surgery & Dermatology Clinic> Plastic surgery specialist Park Cheolheum Medical Director
As the number of people who want well-defined, open-looking eyes increases, interest in eye plastic surgery is steadily increasing. In the past, the focus was simply on enlarging the eyes, but recently, there is a growing awareness that a customized approach that takes into account the individual's eye structure and functional characteristics is important. Even with the same double eyelid surgery, the results may vary depending on the thickness of the eyelids, the strength to open the eyes, and the width-to-height ratio of the eyes.
In reality, it is difficult to define eye plastic surgery in just one way. When many people think of eye plastic surgery, only double eyelid surgery comes to mind, but there are various methods used depending on the condition of the eyes and the purpose of improvement. If the eye opening is weak and gives a sleepy appearance, ptosis correction may be considered. If Mongolian folds are severe or the horizontal length of the eyes is short, medial epicanthoplasty, lateral canthoplasty, or lower canthoplasty may be helpful.
Additionally, if the fat under the eyes protrudes and you look tired or have prominent dark circles, you can expect a brighter and more vibrant look through under-eye fat repositioning. In this way, eye plastic surgery is not simply about increasing the size of the eyes, but it is important to analyze the overall structure around the eyes to accurately identify which areas need improvement.
Recently, as the preference for natural results has become stronger, interest in designs that harmonize with the entire face, rather than unconditional large, deeply defined double-eyelid creases, is also increasing. This is because each individual has different eye and face ratios, so applying a uniform design can lead to an unnatural impression. In particular, as the eyes are a key part that determines the facial impression, even a small change can significantly change the overall image, so a more careful approach is required.
One of the important factors in eye plastic surgery is to consider functional aspects as well. If you simply create a double eyelid line when your eye opening strength is weak, the line may easily unravel or leave the eyes looking heavy. Conversely, excessive correction may lead to results that look unnatural or make the eyes look excessively open. Therefore, it is important to accurately diagnose the current eye condition and make a surgical plan within the necessary range.
Park Cheolheum, director of JAYJUN Plastic Surgery (plastic surgery specialist), explained, “Rather than simply approaching eyelid surgery as a surgery to create a double eyelid line, an individual’s structural characteristics, such as the strength to open the eyes, the thickness of the eyelids, the presence of Mongolian folds, and left and right asymmetry, should be comprehensively considered.” He also explained, “Even with the same surgical method, the results and satisfaction may vary depending on the patient’s eye shape and condition, so a precise diagnostic process is very important.”
He continued, “Recently, there has been a clear trend to prefer a design that blends naturally with the entire face rather than unconditionally large and flashy eyes. In particular, if functional aspects are not also taken into consideration, an unnatural or tired impression may be left after the surgery, so it is important to draw up a surgical plan that suits you through sufficient consultation with an experienced medical staff.”