Post-CSAT Special! Key Points for Teenage Eye Surgery (Partial Incision Ptosis Correction + Epicanthoplasty/Upper Canthoplasty Case)

Hello, this is Dr. Young-moon Yoo, Director of VIBE Plastic Surgery.

As the winter break season begins following the CSAT (College Scholastic Ability Test), we see a sharp increase in consultations for teenage eye surgery.

Many students struggle with eyes that look stuffy or sleepy, puffiness due to eyelid fat, or eyes that appear closed off because of the Mongolian fold. Today, I want to introduce a case of partial incision ptosis correction combined with epicanthoplasty and upper canthoplasty that delivered definitive results.

Teenage Female Case: ‘From Sleepy and Stuffy to Clear and Defined’

The patient visited our clinic with the following concerns:

• Sleepy-looking eyes due to drooping eyelids
• A heavy, bulging impression caused by thick eyelid fat
• Small-looking eyes because the inner corners were blocked by Mongolian folds

In such cases, it is difficult to achieve significant improvement with a simple double eyelid surgery alone. Therefore, we performed ‘partial incision ptosis correction,’ which allows for fat removal, along with ‘epicanthoplasty/upper canthoplasty’ to expand the field of vision.

Why Partial Incision Ptosis Correction is Especially Good for Teens

Partial incision is a procedure that creates a natural double eyelid line while satisfying the following three criteria:

✔ Removal of thick eyelid fat

Many teenagers have puffy eyelids. Partial incision allows for the precise removal of as much fat as necessary, making the eyes feel much lighter and look more defined.

✔ Minimal scarring concerns

Because the incision range is short, scars are barely visible later on.

✔ Firm fixation that doesn’t easily loosen over time

This is a crucial point for students and adolescents! Since they are active and often touch their eyes during the recovery process, the structural fixation of a partial incision provides stability and prevents the fold from unraveling.

This partial incision ptosis correction is the signature eye surgery most frequently chosen at VIBE Plastic Surgery.

Improving Stuffy Inner Corners with Epicanthoplasty + Upper Canthoplasty

The patient had a typical eye shape where the Mongolian fold blocked the inner corners, making the eyes look smaller and more closed off.

• Epicanthoplasty: Opens the blocked inner corner to widen the horizontal width of the eye.
• Upper Canthoplasty: Gently opens the upper part of the inner corner to remove the ‘stuffy’ feeling.

→ The result is a refreshed and clear eye shape. When these two are applied together, patients often hear that their eyes look ‘definitely clearer without looking artificial.’

Key Points of Post-Surgery Change

✔ Sleepy eyes → Clear and bright gaze

✔ Bulging eyelids → Light and clean eye line

✔ Narrow eyes due to Mongolian folds → Balanced eyes with a wider field of vision

✔ Overall impression → A soft, pretty feel + increased clarity

This was a case where both the student and the guardian were highly satisfied.

‘Naturalness’ is the Key to Teenage Eye Surgery

It is absolutely forbidden to overdo eye surgery for students. We prioritize designs that look natural in academic, daily, and school life, and that will remain timeless as they grow older.

At VIBE Plastic Surgery, we plan surgeries based on:

• Analysis of teenage eye structures
• Checking fat and muscle volume
• Considering growth potential
• Designs that prevent over-correction

When is the Best Time for Surgery After the CSAT?

The period from right after the CSAT through winter break is the best time for recovery. It is the most popular season for students because it allows for proper management of swelling, scars, and follow-up visits.

Closing

If your eyes look stuffy, your eyelids are thick, or your eyes look small due to Mongolian folds, the combination of partial incision ptosis correction and epicanthoplasty/upper canthoplasty is highly effective. This combination is particularly preferred by teenagers because the results are natural and post-operative care is convenient.

If you are considering eye surgery after the CSAT, consult with VIBE Plastic Surgery to find the design that best fits your face.

Consultations and surgeries should always be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon!

VIBE that comes from rich experience.

Young-moon Yoo, Representative Director of VIBE Plastic Surgery

VIBE Plastic Surgery complies with medical laws. These before-and-after photos were taken under the same conditions with the patient’s consent. Complications and side effects such as bleeding, inflammation, infection, and asymmetry may occur after surgery depending on the individual, and caution is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is partial incision particularly good for teenage eye surgery?

Yes, partial incision is especially suitable for teenagers. It allows for the removal of thick eyelid fat, and since the incision area is short, there is almost no burden of scars. Additionally, it provides a firm, unyielding fixation, which is important for active students, allowing for stable results.

What eye concerns can be resolved with partial incision blepharoplasty?

Partial incision blepharoplasty can improve sleepy-looking eyes and a stuffy impression due to thick eyelids. It precisely removes fat as needed to make the eyes lighter and clearer, helping to create a natural double eyelid line.

Is it effective to combine epicanthoplasty and lateral canthoplasty?

Yes, combining epicanthoplasty (front canthoplasty) and lateral canthoplasty (upper canthoplasty) is effective. Epicanthoplasty opens the blocked inner corner to widen the horizontal length of the eye, and lateral canthoplasty gently opens the upper part of the inner corner to eliminate a stuffy feeling. Combining these two can create clear and defined eyes.

Is the winter break right after the Suneung (college entrance exam) a good time for eye surgery?

Yes, the period right after the Suneung and throughout the winter break is the best time for recovery after eye surgery. It is easy to manage swelling, scars, and follow-up care simultaneously, making it the most preferred and sought-after season for students. You can have a sufficient recovery period.

What is the most important consideration for teenage eye surgery?

Naturalness is key in teenage eye surgery. Excessive surgery should be avoided, and priority should be given to a natural design that does not interfere with studies and daily life, and will not be problematic even as an adult. A plan that considers eye structure, fat amount, and growth potential is important.