2026-05-25
3rd Eyelid Revision Surgery
A case study of a patient in her 20s who achieved a clear, defined in-out line through her third eyelid revision surgery using the incisional method.
* Basic Information
# Female in her 20s
# Medical History: Two previous non-incisional (buried) surgeries
# Current Condition & Requests: The double eyelid lines have become loose and asymmetrical. The patient wants to create a clear and defined double eyelid line.
* Consultation
# Although she had undergone non-incisional surgery twice in the past, the lines have almost completely unraveled and become loose.
# Since she desired a fresh ‘in-out’ line, we planned to create a vivid fold through incisional double eyelid revision surgery.
* Plan
# Incisional Double Eyelid (3rd Revision Surgery)
* Post-operative Progress
# A clear in-out line that is visible from the inner corner has been achieved.
# The patient is very satisfied as her impression appears much more defined :)
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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
How was the eye reoperation performed?
Yes, in this case, it was performed as an incisional double eyelid reoperation. The incisional method was chosen to create a clear in-out line after two previous non-incisional (buried suture) surgeries resulted in loose lines.
What previous surgeries did the patient have?
The patient had undergone non-incisional (buried suture) double eyelid surgery twice previously. However, over time, the double eyelid lines became loose and asymmetrical.
What kind of line was achieved after the surgery?
After the surgery, a clear in-out line that extends from the front was achieved. The patient was very satisfied as their impression looked much clearer.
When was the post-operative progress checked?
The post-operative progress was checked at the 1-month mark. At this point, a clear in-out line was observed to be complete.
What aspects did the patient want to improve by deciding on reoperation?
The patient decided on reoperation because they wanted to improve the existing double eyelid lines that had become loose and asymmetrical. They desired a clear and fresh in-out line.