What are the types of double eyelid surgery?
Generally, double eyelid surgery includes several types such as incisional double eyelid, buried suture double eyelid, artistic double eyelid, European-style double eyelid, and minimally invasive double eyelid procedures. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Incisional Double Eyelid
An incision is made along the designed eyelid crease, excess skin, muscle, and fat tissue are removed, and then the eyelid skin is fixed at the desired height on the tarsal plate to create a double eyelid. This method produces a distinct, stable, and long-lasting double eyelid effect. It is suitable for all types of eyelids, especially thick eyelids or single eyelids with excessive fat.
2. Buried Suture Double Eyelid
This method involves placing sutures within the upper eyelid to create adhesion between the eyelid skin and the tarsal plate, thereby forming a double eyelid. This procedure is simple, minimally invasive, and has a quick recovery time. It creates a natural double eyelid appearance shortly after surgery and causes minimal damage to the eye tissues. It is particularly suitable for individuals with thin eyelids, long eye fissures, and minimal fat accumulation.
3. Artistic Double Eyelid
This procedure involves making three small incisions on the eyelid, removing some fat and muscle tissue, and then performing three-point suturing between the dermis and the tarsal plate to create a double eyelid. Combining the advantages of both the incisional and buried suture methods, this technique involves small incisions, quick recovery, and produces a natural and long-lasting result.
4. European-Style Double Eyelid
The European-style double eyelid surgery removes a significant amount of upper eyelid tissue to create a prominent eyelid crease. The result is distinct and three-dimensional, but it requires good baseline conditions of the eyes. The characteristics of the European-style double eyelid include a wide eyelid crease and deep eye sockets. It is suitable for individuals with high brow bones, deep eye sockets, and well-defined facial features.
5. Minimally Invasive Double Eyelid
Minimally invasive double eyelid surgery is a newer technique that utilizes small incisions to create a double eyelid while minimizing damage to the ocular tissues as much as possible. During the surgery, an appropriate amount of fat is removed to ensure a smoother and more natural double eyelid line. Compared to the incisional method, this technique has a shorter recovery period and a long-lasting result, making it suitable for most people with single eyelids.
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