👩‍⚕️ First Eye Surgery & Rhinoplasty Revision: A 20s Woman’s Transformation ‘Endoscopic Brow Lift + Incisional Double Eyelid / Autologous Rib Cartilage Rhinoplasty Revision Review’

Hello. This is Dr. Young-moon Yu, Director of VIBE Plastic Surgery.

Today, I would like to introduce how a woman in her 20s improved her overall impression through her first eye surgery and a rhinoplasty revision.

👀 Pre-operative Concerns: Strong impression, stuffy eye area, and a blunt nose

This patient visited us with complex concerns regarding her appearance from the start.

• The distance between the eyebrows and eyes was narrow, and the eyebrows sagged downward, creating a puffy upper eyelid area.
• With eyes that were nearly monolid, she always looked tired and sharp.
• Although she had undergone rhinoplasty once before, she was dissatisfied because the tip of the nose still appeared blunt and short.

Her overall impression was strong and felt ‘stuffy,’ and most importantly, she mentioned feeling self-conscious whenever she looked in the mirror.

📝 Surgical Plan: Harmonizing Eyes and Nose Simultaneously

In this case, rather than looking at the eyes and nose separately, it was crucial to create a surgical plan that considered the harmony of the entire face.

1. Eye Surgery: Endoscopic Brow Lift + Incisional Double Eyelid Surgery

• Using an endoscope to naturally lift the forehead muscles and eyebrows.
• Securing space between the eyebrows and eyes → Alleviating the puffy upper eyelid.
• Creating clear eyes with incisional double eyelid surgery, making the impression softer and more defined.

2. Rhinoplasty Revision: Bulbous & Short Nose Correction using Autologous Rib Cartilage

• Stably reconstructing the columella and nasal tip using autologous rib cartilage.
• Refining the blunt, bulbous nose and designing the short nose to appear naturally longer.
• Focusing on a natural and feminine line rather than excessive height.

🛌 Post-operative Changes: Toward a Soft and Sophisticated Image

After the recovery period, the patient experienced a very satisfying transformation.

• As the eyebrows were lifted, the space between the forehead and eyes widened naturally, and the stuffy, heavy impression disappeared.
• The incisional double eyelid surgery made her eyes look clear and vibrant.
• The nose was refined into a more delicate and slim line than before, completely improving the short and blunt appearance.
• The entire face gained dimension, shifting toward a sophisticated atmosphere.

Above all, she regained a lot of confidence due to the reactions from those around her saying, ‘You look different, but it doesn’t look like you had surgery.’

😊 Post-operative Satisfaction

She shared that her self-esteem regarding her appearance rose significantly after the surgery, and she has become much more confident in her daily life, such as when taking photos or meeting people.

‘I hear a lot that my impression has become softer. Now, I smile when I look in the mirror.’

Hearing this made me feel very proud.

✍️ Closing Thoughts

The eyes and nose are the central points where the gaze lingers most on the face.

It is not just about creating pretty eyes or a high nose; a harmonious design that considers the face shape, proportions, forehead, eyebrows, and even facial muscles is essential.

VIBE Plastic Surgery aims for sophisticated design surgery that changes each patient’s impression, rather than just a simple procedure.

Consultations and surgeries should be performed by a plastic surgery specialist!

VIBE that comes from rich experience

Young-moon Yu, 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 and can vary by individual, so caution is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

In what cases is endoscopic forehead lift necessary?

Endoscopic forehead lift may be considered when the distance between the eyebrows and eyes is narrow, and droopy eyebrows make the eyelids appear puffy. It helps to naturally lift the forehead muscles and eyebrows, improving tired-looking eyes and creating space between the eyebrows and eyes.

Why is autologous costal cartilage used for revision rhinoplasty?

Autologous costal cartilage is used in revision rhinoplasty to stably reconstruct the nasal columella and nasal tip. It is particularly useful when designing a naturally longer appearance for a blunt, bulbous nose or a short nose, focusing on creating a natural line rather than excessive height.

Is it better to undergo eye and nose surgery simultaneously?

Yes, in some cases, undergoing eye and nose surgery simultaneously can be important for a surgical plan that considers the overall harmony of the face. Rather than viewing each area separately, the goal is to improve the overall impression by considering facial shape and proportions, forehead, eyebrows, and even facial expression muscles.

How did the impression change after surgery?

After surgery, as the eyebrows are lifted, the space between the forehead and eyes widens, eliminating a stuffy impression, and the eyes become clearer and more vibrant. The nose is improved with a more refined and slim line, which can transform the entire face into a more three-dimensional and sophisticated look.

How satisfied was the patient after the surgery?

The patient's self-esteem regarding their appearance significantly increased after the surgery, and they expressed great satisfaction, saying, "I often hear that my impression has softened. Now I smile when I look in the mirror." Those around them also commented, 'You look different without looking like you had surgery.'

What is VIBE Plastic Surgery's surgical philosophy?

VIBE Plastic Surgery goes beyond simply creating beautiful eyes or a high nose; it emphasizes harmonious design that considers facial shape and proportions, forehead, eyebrows, and even facial expression muscles. We aim for precise design plastic surgery that transforms each patient's individual impression.