Ptosis Correction: Turning Tired-Looking Eyes into Clear, Bright Eyes

Ptosis Correction: Turning Tired-Looking Eyes into Clear, Bright Eyes!

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

Eye surgery is one of the most popular types of cosmetic surgery because it is relatively easy to approach and less burdensome than other procedures, so many people consider it. Even a small change in the eyes can greatly affect a person’s image, and this area is easily influenced by shape and angle. Therefore, it should be carried out carefully with an appropriate surgical method that takes the overall factors into account.

In the case of East Asians, many people have eye shapes in which the eyelids cover the pupils, and tired-looking eyes can give the other person a poor impression and may also cause functional problems.

If you only create a double eyelid line, the eyes may look dull and lacking in strength, so the weakened muscles must be tightened for the pupils to be fully exposed and for a refreshed eye shape to be achieved. That is why it is very important to first understand your own eyes through a thorough consultation with a plastic surgery specialist with extensive clinical experience!

If you have ptosis when getting double eyelid surgery, ptosis correction should be performed together so that both appearance and function can be improved, leading to more satisfying results.

Today, let’s take a look at ptosis correction, a procedure that can improve both appearance and functional aspects 👨🏻‍⚕️

What is ptosis?

As mentioned above, ptosis is a condition in which the muscles used to open the eyes are congenitally weak or, after birth, are not in their normal position and cover a large portion of the black pupil.

In a normal eyelid, the distance from the eyelid margin to the center of the black pupil is around 5 mm, but in ptosis, the distance from the eyelid margin to the center of the black pupil is about 2 mm, leaving less than 70% of the pupil exposed and making the eyes look sleepy.

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

When you relax the eyes, you may look tired or lethargic, and a habit of raising the eyes can create a harsh 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 is a procedure that corrects eyes that look sleepy or have the pupils hidden because the muscles that open the eyes have weakened, and depending on the condition of the eyes, the surgery can be performed either with an incision or without an incision.

The most appropriate correction is to ensure that 80–90% of the pupils are visible when the eyes are opened naturally.

At DM Plastic Surgery, the strength used to open the eyes is enhanced to remove discomfort when opening the eyes and expose the pupils hidden by the eyelids, resulting in a clearer and more defined improvement.

It can improve a tired and lethargic impression and forehead wrinkles, and help prevent future forehead wrinkles.

What is the difference between incision and non-incision 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 scars and recovery time may be reduced, but the incision method can also produce sufficiently satisfying results. Therefore, please find out your current condition through an accurate diagnosis and look for the improvement method that fits it best.

As such, since each patient has different structural characteristics and skin types, it is best to proceed in an appropriate way and make a careful choice through 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 reasons. If applied excessively in situations where it is unnecessary, the eye shape can become unnatural, so it should be chosen only after carefully considering whether it is the right method for you.

In addition, even if these symptoms are present, 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 tend to open your eyes wide or raise them so much that wrinkles form on the eyebrows or forehead, or whether you feel more comfortable looking downward than looking straight ahead with your head held upright. If, based on your own eye characteristics, you have tried making a temporary double eyelid using double eyelid tape or glue and it matches naturally without discomfort, it may be better to choose another method rather than ptosis correction surgery.

What is incision ptosis correction?

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

Because the surgery is performed with an incision, fat can be removed, and although it may vary from person to person, swelling and small scars may remain.

What is non-incision ptosis correction?

This method strengthens the muscles used to open the eyes by connecting the muscle and skin with threads through small holes in the eyelid. It is recommended for people with thin eyelids, little fat, or not much drooping of the eyes.

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

If you only have double eyelid surgery without ptosis correction?

If you only have double eyelid surgery, the result 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 satisfying results.

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

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

The patient, who had long been concerned about eyes that always looked sleepy and lacked strength, chose ptosis correction surgery at DM Plastic Surgery.

Through the photo above, you can see that the amount of exposed pupil has increased and the previously weak-looking eyes have been improved naturally yet clearly.

※ Please note that the degree of swelling and recovery may vary from person to person. ※

Head Doctor of the Eye & Nose Surgery Center at DM Plastic Surgery

The doctor’s philosophy on cosmetic 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 medical professional who has extensive experience with a variety of cases before proceeding to achieve satisfying results.

If you are currently considering eye surgery, it is most important to create harmony while taking your individual face and features into account, so after visiting our clinic, please receive a thorough 1:1 consultation with our eye surgery specialists.

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

If the eyelid skin sags and covers the pupils, or if multiple folds form around the double eyelid line, the impression can look stuffy and tired. This design may feel lacking from an aesthetic standpoint, and because the functional aspect is also important, it should be approached more carefully. Also, if you are considering non-incision ptosis correction along with double eyelid surgery, it is important to create a natural result while preserving your original eye shape as much as possible.

So far, we have talked about ptosis correction surgery at DM Plastic Surgery. I hope this has been helpful for those who have been worried about discomfort when opening their eyes and about eyes that look tired and sleepy.

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