Gangnam epicanthoplasty: types of canthoplasty to know before surgery.
Eyes that look closed off at both the inner and outer corners and appear stuffy are commonly called “clam-shaped eyes.”
People with clam-shaped eyes often try to enhance their eye shape with makeup,
but when the eyes do not look as open and refreshed as they hoped, it can become stressful.
In the past, many people chose plastic surgery mainly for cosmetic purposes, but recently,
procedures are said to be performed with functional aspects taken into consideration as well.
Those interested in canthoplasty procedures such as epicanthoplasty, lateral canthoplasty, and lower canthoplasty
to create a more open-looking eye shape may look into Gangnam epicanthoplasty.
Opening the inner corner of the eye is called epicanthoplasty,
opening the outer corner of the eye is called lateral canthoplasty,
and lowering the outer corner of the eye is called lower canthoplasty.
Because there are many different types of canthoplasty, it is best to look into them carefully before making a decision.
Unlike double eyelid surgery, canthoplasty is intended to make the eyes look more open and refreshed,
so it can help improve the overall impression,
and is also said to provide functional enhancement.
Improving clam-shaped eyes is good, but first, it is important to consider the harmony between your face and eyes
and carefully look into the procedure to create naturally large and defined eyes.
Now, let’s take a look at canthoplasty together.
First, let’s learn about lower canthoplasty.
Lower canthoplasty at Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery targets the lower outer area of the eye below the outer part of the iris, around one-third of the lower eyelid margin,
and is a procedure that lowers the lower eyelid, aiming for a softer eye shape.
Depending on each person’s eye condition, it lengthens the horizontal width of the eye and lowers the outer corner,
making the eye slant gentler and aiming for a softer, kinder-looking eye shape.
Cases where lower canthoplasty may be needed
- When the outer corners of the eyes are raised, making the impression look sharp
- When the vertical width above and below the iris is short
- When the horizontal width of the eyes is narrow, making them look stuffy
- When you are still not satisfied after epicanthoplasty or lateral canthoplasty
- When the eyes look too close together after epicanthoplasty
Lower canthoplasty is a procedure that increases the vertical length of the eyes and makes them appear larger, aiming to turn a stuffy, closed-off
eye shape into open, large, and clear-looking eyes, while increasing pupil exposure
so that a softer image can be expected.
Let’s learn about lateral canthoplasty.
Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery’s adhesion-prevention lateral canthoplasty is performed when the horizontal length of the eyes is short and the outer corners are slightly raised.
It is a canthoplasty procedure that opens the blocked-looking outer corner through an incision and fixes it to the outer periosteum,
aiming to extend the horizontal length of the eyes.
By using dissolvable sutures to stitch the inside of the eyelid,
it also aims to ease the burden of returning to daily life.
Cases where adhesion-prevention lateral canthoplasty may be needed
- Eyes that appear to be set too close together
- When the outer corners of the eyes are raised, making the impression look strong
- When lateral canthoplasty was performed but the area has reattached
- When the horizontal width of the eyes is narrow, making them look stuffy
- When you want larger, more open-looking eyes
When the outer corners of the eyes are raised and make the impression look sharp, opening the eye corners aims for a gentler look
and a kind, soft impression. Because the outer corners of the eyes are extended outward,
the horizontal length of the eyes also appears longer, aiming for long, open-looking eyes.
Let’s learn about dual canthoplasty.
Dual canthoplasty at Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery increases both the horizontal and vertical width of the eyes, aiming for larger, more open-looking eyes.
It is an eye surgery that aims to give sharp and fierce-looking eyes a gentler impression through canthoplasty,
aiming for a softer and more open look.
Candidates for dual canthoplasty
- When the eyes look too close together because the distance between them is narrow
- When the horizontal width of the eyes is narrow, making them look closed-in
- When epicanthoplasty is not possible because the eyes are close together
- When epicanthoplasty did not produce the desired effect
- When the outer corners of the eyes are raised, making the impression look sharp
Let’s learn about epicanthoplasty designed to reduce the scar burden.
Unlike conventional epicanthoplasty, epicanthoplasty at Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery uses an inner incision, so scars are less
visible. It also uses a minimal incision on the upper eyelid and releases the Mongolian fold, widening not only the horizontal
but also the vertical width of the eyes, aiming for larger, more open-looking eyes.
Because swelling and the scar burden are relatively low, returning to daily life tends to be less of a burden, and a stuffy and sharp impression can be expected to change
into a clearer and softer one.
When epicanthoplasty designed to reduce the scar burden is needed
- When the horizontal width of the eyes is narrow
- When the Mongolian fold makes the distance between the eyes look wide
- When the front part of the eyes slopes downward sharply, making the impression look sharp
- When you want a more open-looking eye shape by combining it with double-eyelid surgery
- When you want epicanthoplasty with a reduced scar burden
This surgical method is meant to ease the scar burden of conventional epicanthoplasty by making an incision on the inner front of the eye
and suturing from the inside, so the scar burden tends to be lower, while lengthening the horizontal width of the eyes
so a clearer, softer eye shape and impression can be expected.
Because eye canthoplasty is highly preferred, as it can make one’s impression look different,
it is important to visit a clinic skilled in eye canthoplasty that suits you and proceed with experienced medical professionals.
In addition, after a one-on-one customized consultation with medical staff experienced in eye surgery,
consider factors such as your eye structure, shape, and facial proportions
when planning canthoplasty.
If you are looking into Gangnam epicanthoplasty while reviewing before-and-after cases,
consult Hyundai Aesthetic Surgery to receive detailed guidance
on the recovery-care process.
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