By Do you know that South Korea has the highest rate of plastic surgeries per capita in the world? And in fact, eyelid surgeries are the most common and popular plastic surgery procedure done in Korea. With that much eyelid surgeries performed, one can never doubt the skills and experience of South Korean plastic surgeons. Here are the 6 most popular eyelid surgery procedures performed in Korea.
6 most popular eyelid surgery in Korea
1. Double eyelid surgery
Double eyelid surgery is hands down, the most popular cosmetic procedure in Korea. In fact, most Koreans are born with monolids so many parents tend to gift double eyelid surgery as graduation presents to their kids. Yup, double eyelid surgery is that common in Korea.
Double eyelid surgeries are great at making your eyes bigger, brighter and more defined. The procedure involves inserting a crease in the eyelids to create bigger and more attractive eyes. This procedure can also, at the same time, balance out uneven eyes and get rid of droopy eyelids or sleepy eyes.
There are three methods to create double eyelids – incisional method, partial incisional method and non-incisional method. The most suitable method for you depends on factors such as your current eye anatomy, amount of eyelid fats, extend of saggy skin, and overall muscle distribution.
If you are interested in getting a double eyelid surgery, make sure to read our ultimate guide on double eyelid surgery in Korea for more insights.
2. Epicanthoplasty
Epicanthoplasty is best for those who want to make your eyes bigger and wider at the same time. The procedure involves reshaping the inner corner of your eyes by extending them horizontally to make them wider.
If you have deep mongolian folds, epicanthoplasty can correct those downward facing eye corners and open up your eyes. This surgery can also help those who have eyes that are far apart.
3. Dual canthoplasty
Dual canthoplasty is a combination of lateral and lower canthoplasty surgery and is great for those who want bigger and rounder eyes. This procedure involves reshaping the outer corner of your eyes horizontally and vertically downwards at the same time. This procedure is a favourite among those who want big dolly eyes.
4. Ptosis correction
Ptosis correction surgery gives the best results for those who have droopy upper eyelids or sleepy eyes due to ptosis (a condition where upper eyelids droop due to weak muscles). This procedure involves shortening and tightening of your weak eyelid muscles through your eyelid crease. For those with monolids, the procedure will inevitably form a new double eyelid crease.
Sometimes, ptosis is barely noticeable so we live thinking we don’t have it. Other times, it is so obvious and severe to the point that it affects how you look and blocks your vision. So if you have ptosis, even if its mild, you treat it as soon as possible. Delays in treatment can result in a lifetime of poor vision and wrinkles at your eyes and forehead.
5. Lower eyelid blepharoplasty
Lower eyelid blepharoplasty, also known as under eye fat repositioning, is the best way to remove under eye bags and dark circles caused by puffy under eyes. This procedure involves the removal of excessive fats on your lower eyelids (eye bags). If you have sunken eyes, this procedure can reposition excess under eye fats to add volume to sunken areas.
The results? No more under eye bags, making you look younger. And the best part? There will be no visible scars because Incisions are made inside your lower eyelids. Under eye fat repositioning is most popular among middle-aged women and men.
6. Sub-brow lift surgery
Sub-brow lift surgery is great for those who have droopy eyebrows and sagging upper eyelid skin. This procedure involves the removal of excess loose skin under your eyebrows. The procedure also tightens your eye muscles and tissues, and can significantly reduce sagging without making much changes to your existing eyelids.
Typically, a sub-brow lift is performed by making an incision near the eyebrows so that the scars can be hidden by your eyebrows. Sub-brow lift is more popular among middle-aged women and men.
Conclusion
The fact that eyelid surgeries are so popular and common in Korea is already the best reason for you to have your eye surgery done in Korea. Especially when you are of Asian descent, there is no doubt that the Korean eye surgeons are your best bet.
In addition, Korean plastic surgeons have such advanced surgical techniques and with that many years of experience, where else to get your eyelid surgeries done but in Korea?
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