Will having double eyelid surgery with inner corner opening leave scars?

In general, double eyelid surgery and canthoplasty may leave scars.

Double eyelid surgery and canthoplasty are common cosmetic procedures aimed at improving the appearance of the eyes. Double eyelid surgery creates a crease in the upper eyelid to form a double eyelid, while canthoplasty aims to enlarge either the inner or outer corner of the eyes, making the eyes appear larger and brighter. These procedures involve cutting the eyelid skin and therefore cause a certain degree of tissue damage. This damage triggers the body's inflammatory response and tissue repair process, which may lead to the generation of new collagen fibers and subsequently result in scar formation.

To minimize scar formation, direct sun exposure should be avoided, sunscreen should be used, the incision site should be kept clean, and scar treatment products recommended by the physician should be applied regularly. Additionally, choosing an experienced plastic surgeon and following all preoperative and postoperative instructions provided by the doctor can further reduce the risk of scarring. If abnormal scar proliferation occurs after surgery, medical advice should be sought promptly, as additional treatments such as laser therapy or local injection of medications might be required to reduce the scar.