[Male Eyelid Surgery] Improve Your Personal Confidence and Social Image?!

Hello, this is Ahn Byung Joon Plastic Surgery.

Male eyelid surgery is a procedure that can aim for a clearer impression

and functional improvement at the same time.

The surgery is designed with a focus on natural-looking eyes,

and it needs to be customized according to each person’s eye condition.

Male Eyelid Surgery Q&A

1. Why is male eyelid surgery becoming more common?

Appearance is no longer something only women care about.

More men who value self-care and belong to the “grooming” trend are increasing,

and as appearance is recognized as a competitive advantage,

interest in eyelid surgery has naturally grown as well.

In particular, in professions where first impressions and

image matter in social and work settings,

there is a tendency to actively consider eyelid surgery.

2. What kind of men should consider eyelid surgery?

Male patients often visit with concerns such as

“my eyelids look droopy” or “I look angry.”

In cases of actual ptosis,

or when drooping eyelids make the eyes look heavy and tired,

eyelid correction or incision methods can help improve the appearance

into a clearer and softer impression.

This surgery addresses not only appearance but also

functional concerns related to the eyes.

3. What eyelid procedures do men prefer?

Because many people want natural results,

they prefer methods with minimal scarring and less visible signs,

such as the buried suture method or non-incisional eyelid correction.

However, among those who actually visit the clinic,

many have eyelid drooping or muscle-related issues that are difficult to solve with simple methods alone,

so there are many cases where the incision method and eyelid correction are performed together,

and satisfaction is also high.

4. What is the recent trend in male eyelid surgery?

The key point in male eyelid surgery is

“natural without looking done.”

Rather than making double eyelids look prominent,

the eyes are adjusted so they open more clearly,

and methods to complement the horizontal length

through epicanthoplasty and lateral canthoplasty are also considered.

Overall, creating a soft and kind-looking impression

is the direction of current male eyelid surgery.

5. Is aftercare important for men after eyelid surgery?

Of course.

In the early stage, cold compresses are needed

to reduce swelling and bruising,

and rubbing the eyes or squeezing them shut forcefully should be avoided.

For 1 to 2 weeks after surgery, it is important to focus on recovery,

and to check progress regularly according to the doctor’s instructions

to achieve natural results.

6. When can daily life resume after surgery?

Recovery time after double eyelid surgery can vary from person to person.

Because it depends on the surgical method (incisional/non-incisional), body type, swelling response,

and skin thickness,

it is difficult to state a fixed period.

In general, careful management is needed until the stitches are removed,

and the appearance gradually recovers as swelling and bruising subside.

If you have a lot of in-person schedules or social activities,

it is better to consider your schedule in advance during the pre-surgery consultation.

The ideal time to cautiously return to daily life should be decided

based on your own recovery condition and your surroundings.

Once discomfort decreases and you feel there is no outward burden,

you can fully return to everyday life.

7. Do office workers also get surgery often?

Yes, they do.

Office worker patients usually plan their surgery dates around annual leave or vacation days,

and often prefer methods that do not look obvious

to reduce attention from others.

In particular, it is highly preferred in jobs that involve frequent presentations or face-to-face meetings.

8. What is the reaction from people around after male eyelid surgery?

If the surgery is done naturally, people around you are more likely to say,

“Your face looks brighter” or “Your expression looks softer,”

rather than notice that you had surgery.

In most cases, instead of looking obviously cosmetic,

the overall impression improves and people say it has “changed naturally.”

✅ Summary from a plastic surgery specialist

Male eyelid surgery is

not simply about creating double eyelids,

but a procedure that considers both impression and function to create a natural,

likable image.

Careful diagnosis and

surgical planning tailored to each person’s eye structure are the most important factors.

Plastic Surgery Specialist

Ahn Byung Joon

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Graduated from Kyung Hee University College of Medicine

Plastic Surgery Specialist at Kyung Hee Medical Center

Full member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Full member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Full member of the Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons

Full member of the Korean Society for Craniofacial Surgery

Full member of the Korean Medical Association

Full member of the Asia Pacific Association of Plastic Surgeons

Full member of the Seoul Gangnam District Medical Association

Former Chief of the Department of Plastic Surgery at Daerim St. Mary’s Hospital

Former Chief of the Department of Plastic Surgery at Myongji St. Mary’s Hospital

Former Ethics Committee Member of the Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons

Chair of Public Relations, Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thesis / Scholarship

Papers and Academic Activities

2011 European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ESOPRS)

2012 The 11th Japan-Korea Congress of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

2013 Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (PRSK)

2014 Eyelid correction SCIE (APS) paper published

2014 American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)

2016 Sunken SCIE (JCD) paper published

2016 Written textbook for the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

2016 American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) Las Vegas

2016 British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS) London

2017 American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) San Diego

2018 Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons (PRSK)

2018 Oriental Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (OSAPS) Bali, Indonesia

2018 Plastic Surgery The Meeting (PSTM) Chicago

2019 Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (KAPS)

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