What is the inner canthus?
Disease description:
I feel my eyes don’t look attractive—I think they appear particularly small. A friend suggested that undergoing medial canthoplasty (inner canthal surgery) could make my eyes look larger. I’d like to know: What exactly is the medial canthus?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yao Bo
Hello, the inner canthus refers to the corner of the eye adjacent to the nose. This area connects to structures such as the lacrimal gland and plays a vital role in normal ocular function. Additionally, aesthetic enhancement of the eye’s appearance can also be achieved by modifying this region. For concerns such as perceived small eye size or undesirable eye shape, cosmetic surgery—specifically medial canthoplasty or medial epicanthoplasty—can involve incisions at the inner canthal area to achieve effective improvement. However, this procedure demands a relatively high level of surgical expertise; therefore, it is strongly recommended to undergo the surgery at a reputable, licensed medical institution. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you a happy and fulfilling life!
