Ptosis Correction: Make Sleepy-Looking Eyes Look Clearer!

<Real-life eye surgery case from DM Plastic Surgery>

Compared with other surgeries, eye surgery is easier to approach and less burdensome, so it is one of the most popular types of plastic surgery. Many people consider eye surgery because even a small change in the eyes can greatly alter a person's image, and this is an area where appearance is easily influenced by shape and angle. Therefore, it should be carried out carefully with an appropriate surgical method after considering the overall factors.

In the case of East Asians, many people have eyelids that cover the pupils, and sleepy-looking, tired eyes can give the other person a negative impression and may also cause functional problems.

If you only create a double eyelid line, the eyes may still look unclear and lack vitality, so the weakened muscles need to be pulled to allow more of the pupils to show and improve the eyes into a refreshed look. It is very important to first understand your own eyes through sufficient consultation with a plastic surgery specialist who has extensive clinical experience!

If you have ptosis during double eyelid surgery, ptosis correction should be performed together so that both the outward appearance and functional aspects can be improved, resulting in a more satisfying outcome.

Today, let's take a look at 'ptosis correction,' which can improve both appearance and function 👨🏻‍⚕️

What Is Ptosis?

As mentioned earlier, ptosis is a condition in which the muscle that opens the eyes is congenitally weak or, acquired later, is not in its normal position and covers much of the pupil.

The normal eyelid has a distance of about 5 mm from the eyelid margin to the center of the black pupil, but in ptosis, that distance is 2 mm, and the exposure rate is less than 70%, making the eyes look sleepy.

In cases of ptosis, because the force used to open the eyes is weak, the forehead muscles are used, which can cause forehead wrinkles. If the eyebrow muscles are used, the eyebrows may droop and the eyelids become puffy, making a person look much older than they really are, and pain may also occur.

If you relax the eyes, you may look tired or lethargic, and a habit of raising the eyes can give a fierce impression.

How Can Ptosis Be Corrected?

If you have the characteristics of ptosis mentioned above, it can be improved with ptosis correction surgery. Ptosis correction surgery is a procedure that corrects sleepy-looking eyes or eyes in which the pupil is covered because the muscle that opens the eyes has weakened, and depending on the condition of the eyes, it can be performed using either an incision or a non-incision method.

When the eyes are opened naturally, correcting the exposure of the pupil so that about 80–90% is visible is considered most appropriate.

At DM Plastic Surgery, we strengthen the ability to open the eyes, remove discomfort when opening them, and expose the pupils hidden by the eyelids to improve them into a clearer, more defined appearance.

It can improve the impression of tiredness and lethargy, improve forehead wrinkles, and help prevent future forehead wrinkles.

What Is the Difference Between Incisional and Non-Incisional Ptosis Correction?

In the past, this type of surgery was performed by making an incision in the skin, but recently a non-incision method has also been used. If this method is used, concerns about scarring and recovery time can be reduced, but the incisional method can also provide sufficiently satisfying results. Therefore, please determine your current condition through a precise diagnosis and find the improvement method that suits you best.

As such, since the appropriate method should be chosen by considering each patient's different body characteristics and skin type, it is recommended that you make a careful decision after sufficient consultation with an experienced medical team.

What Are the Effects of Ptosis Correction?

As these methods have become known, some people undergo the procedure for purely cosmetic purposes. If applied excessively in situations where it is unnecessary, the eyes may instead look unnatural, so it should be chosen only after carefully considering whether it is the right method for you.

In addition, even if you have such symptoms, there are cases where double eyelid surgery is more appropriate, so it is important to accurately understand your condition.

Ways to check for these symptoms include whether you have a habit of opening your eyes wide or raising them enough to create wrinkles in the eyebrows or forehead, or whether you feel more comfortable looking downward than when holding your head straight and looking forward. If, due to your eye characteristics, you have tried temporarily creating a double eyelid using tools such as double eyelid tape or glue and it still feels natural and comfortable, it may be better to choose a different method rather than ptosis correction surgery.

What Is Incisional Ptosis Correction?

This method strengthens the muscle that opens the eyes by making an incision in the eyelid and pulling the muscle. It is recommended for people with thick eyelids, a lot of fat, or severe ptosis.

Because it is performed with an incision, fat can be removed, and although there may be individual differences, swelling and small scars may remain.

What Is Non-Incisional Ptosis Correction?

A thread is passed through small openings in the eyelid to connect the muscle and skin, strengthening the muscle that opens the eyes. It is recommended for people with thin eyelids, little fat, or not severe eyelid drooping.

Because the surgery is performed without an incision, only a small amount of fat can be removed, and scars and swelling after surgery are relatively minimal.

What If You Only Have Double Eyelid Surgery Without Ptosis Correction?

If you only have double eyelid surgery, it may become unnatural, like a sausage shape, and in some cases, the eyes may look smaller or sleepier.

Through sufficient consultation with a plastic surgery specialist, the problem with the eyes should be identified and improved with the correct method to achieve a satisfying result.

DM Plastic Surgery Ptosis Correction Before & After Before surgery + 1 month after surgery

[Real-life eye surgery case from DM Plastic Surgery]

The patient who was concerned about having weak-looking eyes chose ptosis correction surgery at DM Plastic Surgery.

Through the photo above, you can see that the sleepy-looking eyes and the frequent loosening of the double eyelids have been improved to look clearer.

※ The degree of swelling and recovery may vary from person to person, so please keep this in mind. ※

Chief Director of the Eye & Nose Surgery Center at DM Plastic Surgery

Director's philosophy on plastic surgery

Eye surgery may seem relatively simple compared to other surgeries, but because it requires delicate technique and aesthetic sense, you should consult with a specialist medical team with extensive experience in a variety of cases before proceeding to achieve a satisfying result.

If you are currently considering eye surgery, it is most important to create a harmonious result by taking your individual face and features into account, so after visiting our clinic, please receive sufficient one-on-one consultation with the eye surgery specialists.

If the eyelid skin sags and covers the pupil, or if there are multiple folds of wrinkles along the double eyelid line, the expression may look tight and tired. This design may feel lacking from an aesthetic standpoint, and because the functional aspect is also important, it should be approached even more carefully. Also, if you are considering ptosis correction without creating a double eyelid along with double eyelid surgery, it is important to create natural results while preserving your original eye shape as much as possible.

So far, we have talked about ptosis correction at DM Plastic Surgery. I hope this has been helpful for those who have been troubled by discomfort when opening their eyes and by tired, sleepy-looking eyes.

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