What Matters More Than the Price of Upper and Lower Eyelid Surgery?

If you are considering upper or lower eyelid surgery because you are bothered by aging around the eyes, the first thing you usually look up is the price.

However, eyelid surgery after middle age requires a completely different approach from cosmetic eye surgery done for simple aesthetic purposes.

Because it must address sagging and loosened skin caused by aging, weakened muscles, and even unnecessary protruding fat, it requires a much more delicate approach than ordinary cosmetic surgery.

If you make an easy decision based only on cost, it is not uncommon for the eye shape to become unnatural or for overcorrection to occur, leading you to consider corrective surgery again.

Please be sure to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience and know-how in middle-aged eyelid surgery before deciding on surgery.

The biggest difference between middle-aged eyelid surgery and cosmetic eye surgery for younger people lies in the purpose of the operation. While younger patients focus on creating a double eyelid line to make the eyes look clearer and more attractive, middle-aged patients also need functional improvement.

Problems can arise, such as the drooping eyelids blocking vision and causing discomfort, or using the forehead muscles to open the eyes, which deepens forehead wrinkles.

In other words, middle-aged eyelid surgery should be performed in a way that improves both aesthetic concerns and functional issues. In this process, not only a simple incision but also steps such as properly trimming and repositioning loosened tissue are necessary.

＃Upper eyelid surgery

Upper eyelid surgery is not only intended to improve the look of aging, sleepy-looking upper eyelids, but is also necessary to address problems such as the eyelid blocking vision or irritation around the eyes.

One point to be careful about is that if the focus is only on removing skin, the result may make the impression look even more unnatural afterward.

That is why upper eyelid surgery involves not only sagging skin, but also properly trimming unnecessary fat and strengthening weakened muscles. When this is done, the pupils become more visible, and you can open your eyes naturally without forcing the forehead muscles, making daily life more comfortable.

Upper eyelid surgery can also help improve the sleepy and tired appearance caused by drooping eyelids. As the eye area opens up more clearly again, the entire face can look more lively, and you can expect an impression that looks younger than your actual age.

#Lower eyelid surgery

Lower eyelid surgery is a method for improving aging in the lower eyelids. After middle age, the fat under the eyes can move forward, making the under-eye bulge stand out, and deep dark circles can form below it.

Because this is a structural issue, it often cannot be hidden even with makeup, which can be stressful. Lower eyelid surgery smooths and refines the lower eyelid by repositioning or removing protruding fat when necessary.

If skin elasticity has decreased significantly, combining this with appropriate skin removal and lifting can help create a more refreshed-looking under-eye area.

As such, both upper and lower eyelid surgery require an approach that considers not only removing fat or cutting away skin, but also the functional and aesthetic balance of the eyes at the same time.

In particular, because the degree of skin laxity, the amount of fat, and the strength of eyelid opening differ from person to person, it is difficult to expect natural results with a one-size-fits-all method.

Therefore, before deciding on surgery, it is important to analyze each person’s eye condition through an accurate examination and personalized one-on-one consultation.

At our clinic, we thoroughly check the condition of the eyelids from multiple angles through preoperative consultation. A surgical plan is established based on a detailed diagnosis, such as which areas need improvement, how much should be removed, and whether there are any problems with muscle function.

Rather than focusing only on the visible sagging, we carefully examine structural changes and changes in the internal tissues of the skin to determine the most suitable surgical direction and perform the procedure so that the result is natural and comfortable.

If you are considering eye surgery, instead of comparing only the price, it is better to carefully check the purpose of the surgery, the surgeon’s experience, and the level of detail in the consultation.

The eyes are an area where even small changes can greatly alter one’s impression. Moreover, because functional recovery is important in middle-aged eyelid surgery, safety and naturalness come first.

If the procedure is carried out through sufficient consultation and an accurate diagnosis using the method most needed for you, you can maintain a younger and more comfortable eye appearance for a long time.

Thank you.

| This post was written for informational purposes in compliance with Article 56, Paragraphs 1 to 15 of the Medical Service Act. All treatments carry the risk of side effects and complications depending on the individual. Please be sure to have sufficient consultation with experienced medical staff before deciding on treatment. |