“What Kind of Surgery Are Upper Eyelid Surgery and Lower Eyelid Surgery?”

[Eyelid Surgery Comparison] Upper Eyelid Surgery vs. Lower Eyelid Surgery: Which Is Right for My Eyes?

As you get older, do you often hear that the skin around your eyes is sagging and that you look tired?

The area around the eyes is one of the first parts of the face to show signs of aging.

That’s why many people consider ‘eyelid surgery,’

but they often feel confused about whether they should get upper eyelid surgery or lower eyelid surgery.

Today, I’ll explain these two surgeries in an easy-to-understand way by comparing them!

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What Is Upper Eyelid Surgery?

Upper eyelid surgery is a procedure that improves sagging of the upper eyelids.

It is often recommended when the skin is significantly sagging, or when the eyes look smaller and the impression seems heavy.

✔ Recommended for these cases

• The upper eyelids sag heavily, making the eyes feel smaller

• The double eyelid line is covered and not visible

• The muscles used to open the eyes are weak, so you end up using your forehead to open your eyes

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What Is Lower Eyelid Surgery?

Lower eyelid surgery is a procedure that improves fat, wrinkles, and skin sagging in the lower eyelids.

It is recommended for people who say, ‘The area under my eyes is puffy and looks like dark circles.’

✔ Recommended for these cases

• Fat under the eyes protrudes prominently

• The area under the eyes looks sunken, creating a tired and older appearance

• There are many fine wrinkles, and makeup does not sit well

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How Are the Two Surgeries Different?

Category	Upper Eyelid Surgery	Lower Eyelid Surgery
Area	Upper eyelid	Lower eyelid
Purpose	Improve sagging skin, double eyelid line	Remove/reposition under-eye fat, improve sagging skin
Effect	Clearer, more refreshed eyes	A more youthful look, improved tired appearance
Recovery period	About 1–2 weeks	About 1–2 weeks

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When Is It Good to Have Upper and Lower Eyelid Surgery Together?

• Middle-aged adults whose upper and lower eyelids are both showing signs of aging

• When you want to make your impression look clearer and more lively all at once

• When you want to complete the recovery period in one go

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Eyelid surgery is more than just a procedure to look younger.

The most important thing is to choose the surgery that matches your eye condition and the degree of aging.

Through a consultation, make sure to receive an accurate assessment of your skin condition, muscle elasticity, and the position of the fat before deciding.

If you have any questions or would like to book a consultation, feel free to contact us anytime~

We’ll help you take the first step toward a more natural and youthful eye appearance!

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*This post is not an announcement from the hospital, but a post intended to provide medical knowledge and related information

*All procedures and surgeries may be applied differently depending on the individual, and results, side effects, and complications may also vary