Is double eyelid surgery suitable for canthoplasty?

Dec 26, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Chen Lu

Introduction

Whether double eyelids are suitable for canthoplasty (eye corner opening) needs to be comprehensively evaluated based on the individual's specific eye condition. If there is unsightly epicanthal fold or interocular distance issues, canthoplasty is usually appropriate. However, if the eye fissure size is already suitable or the eyelid skin condition is poor, canthoplasty may not be suitable. If considering canthoplasty, epicanthal fold correction can be performed under a physician's guidance.

Generally, whether double eyelid surgery is suitable for canthoplasty (inner corner opening) needs to be comprehensively evaluated according to individual eye conditions. If there is unsightly epicanthal fold or interocular distance issues, canthoplasty is usually appropriate. However, if the eye fissure size is already suitable or the eyelid skin condition is poor, canthoplasty may not be suitable. Detailed analysis is as follows:

If an individual has epicanthal folds, it may cover the inner corner of the eyes, making the eyes appear small, round, and less aesthetically pleasing. Canthoplasty can remove the epicanthal folds, increase the length of the eye fissure, make the double eyelid shape more natural and beautiful, and make the eyes look larger and more expressive. Additionally, for those with wide interocular distance and unbalanced facial proportions, canthoplasty can also help reduce the distance between the eyes, creating a more harmonious facial appearance and enhancing overall facial aesthetics.

However, if the length and width of the eye fissure are already appropriate and the eye size is moderate, performing canthoplasty may cause imbalance in eye proportions and appear unnatural. In cases where the eyelid skin is overly tight, canthoplasty may result in excessive tension on the eyelid skin, affecting wound healing and potentially causing complications such as hypertrophic scarring.

If you are considering canthoplasty, under the guidance of a doctor, an epicanthoplasty (correction of epicanthal folds) can be performed. This surgical procedure involves removing or adjusting the excess skin and tissue at the inner corner of the eyes to alter the shape of the epicanthal folds, thereby extending the horizontal length of the eye fissure and enhancing the visual size of the eyes. The general reference price for epicanthoplasty is approximately 2000–8000 yuan per session, and improvements are typically noticeable 3–6 months after surgery, although temporary symptoms such as local redness and pain may occur.

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How long does it take for the eyelids to return to normal after double eyelid surgery?

Under normal circumstances, double eyelid surgery refers to blepharoplasty. Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that creates a crease in the upper eyelid, transforming monolids into double eyelids. Common techniques include the buried suture method and the incisional method. The general reference price is 2000-5000 yuan per session, and improvement is typically noticeable within 1-2 weeks after surgery, although symptoms such as swelling and pain may occur.

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Can full incision double eyelids be repaired three years after the procedure?

Whether the eyelids can be repaired three years after complete double eyelid surgery depends on the individual's constitution and recovery status. If the constitution is good and the recovery is relatively satisfactory, repair may still be possible. However, if recovery is poor and the individual's condition is relatively weak, repair might be difficult. Even if repair is feasible, an appropriate method should be selected according to individual circumstances, such as sutured double eyelids, fat grafting, or collagen filler injection.

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