Points to Consider Along with the Swelling Period After Double Eyelid Surgery

So-called double eyelid surgery, often called ssangsu, is a procedure that people with small eyes often consider at least once.

Because the surgical process is relatively simple and recovery is also quick, it can be applied even to modern people with busy schedules, and it is a low-burden surgery. For that reason, it can be said to be a popular procedure that many people have continued to choose from the past to the present.

When considering this surgery, many people are curious about the swelling period after double eyelid surgery as well as the cost.

The swelling period after double eyelid surgery can vary greatly depending on whether an incision is made, so it was helpful to first look at the different types of double eyelid surgery.

Double eyelids create a line on the eyelid so that when the eyes open and close, the eyes look prettier, larger, and more defined.

Therefore, for people with eyes that seem dull and flat, which is common among East Asians, it can be a necessary procedure. The main methods for creating the line were the non-incision method and the incision method.

First, the former is a method of creating the line without cutting the skin when making the double eyelid.

It works by making several tiny holes where the double eyelid will form, passing medical thread through them, and tying it off. Since no separate incision is required, the recovery period can be shortened.

It is mainly suitable for people with thin skin, people without eyelid drooping, and people who do not need fat removal from the upper eyelid area.

In contrast, if the eyelids are thick, if there is a lot of fat in the upper eyelid area that needs to be removed, or if eyelid drooping is significant, the incision method is appropriate.

In this case, a tiny incision is made in the skin where the line will be created, unnecessary fat and tissue are removed, and the area is sutured to form the line.

Naturally, because this involves cutting the skin, the swelling period after double eyelid surgery and the overall recovery period may take a few more days than with the non-incision method.

However, there is no concern that the line will loosen, and it can be applied to thick skin and almost any eye condition. It has a wider range of applicability and is suitable for those who want a defined eye shape for a long time.

Another method that affects the swelling period after double eyelid surgery is the partial incision method.

Compared with the incision method, the incision is tiny, so this is a double eyelid method with less swelling and scarring.

When the eyelids have a thick layer of fat, there are limits to proceeding with the non-incision method. However, if surgery is performed by making small partial incisions of about 2 to 3 mm, a natural double eyelid line can be formed.

This is because a moderate amount of fat can be removed with this method.

So, if a small amount of fat or muscle needs to be removed but you are worried that the double eyelid may easily loosen if surgery is done with the non-incision method, going through this process can also be helpful.

Even if both partial incision and incision methods are broadly categorized as incision methods, that does not mean every process is too slow to recover from or that a lot of scarring will occur.

This is because the medical staff here are equipped with know-how built through years of clinical experience, and they significantly reduce concerns about scarring that can arise during non-incision or incision surgery while designing the line with harmony, balance, and proportion relative to other facial areas in mind.

As a result, they help create a double eyelid line that looks naturally like your own.

Therefore, before the procedure, it is essential to determine the method that is suitable for you through a one-on-one examination and consultation with the medical staff, and to ensure that everything from the line design to the shape is carried out as a customized surgery.

For example, line shapes include in-line, out-line, and in-out line designs, and rather than using a standardized approach, the procedure is differentiated so that it matches each patient's skin thickness, facial feature balance, face shape, and other areas well.

Whether someone wants a more glamorous line or a natural look that is barely noticeable, they continue constant research and effort to create beautiful and attractive eyes by planning designs that satisfy each individual person's needs.

Although it is a popular procedure, there are many aspects to check, so rather than looking only at one-sided information such as cost and the swelling period after double eyelid surgery, it is better to prepare in greater detail.

It is advisable to carefully review everything from the principles of double eyelid formation to the types of line design, the skill of the medical staff leading the procedure, and actual surgery cases, and then choose a place that is suitable for you.

If the procedure is handled by a skilled plastic surgery specialist, they can closely assess each person's unique eye structure, shape, skin type, and eye characteristics through various three-dimensional diagnostic devices to ensure an ideal process.

In addition, if there is a systematic aftercare system, it is easier to reduce the swelling period after double eyelid surgery.

For those worried about the swelling period after double eyelid surgery, they can communicate consistently with the attending physician assigned from start to finish, making the process more comfortable.

They also present only the treatment that is truly necessary for the patient, rather than excessive treatment, so that the cost can be handled reasonably.

After surgery, ice packs should be applied for about 2 to 3 days to help the swelling go down as quickly as possible, and strenuous exercise that puts stress on the surgical area should be avoided.

Smoking and drinking can also cause inflammation and infection, so they should be avoided, and places that raise body temperature, such as saunas, hot baths, and jjimjilbang, should also be avoided.

If proper aftercare is also followed in this way, it is possible not only to reduce swelling but also to achieve an ideal eye shape.

This can be understood and considered before proceeding.

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