VIBE Plastic Surgery — Designing Natural Beauty! (Partial Incision Ptosis Correction & Epicanthoplasty)

Hello.

I am Dr. Young-moon Yoo, Director of VIBE Plastic Surgery. 😊

Today, I would like to introduce a ptosis correction and epicanthoplasty case for a female patient in her mid-20s.

This patient originally had a soft eye shape and a good impression, but she had several concerns:

Asymmetry between both eyes,

A sleepy appearance due to weak eye-opening muscles (ptosis),

An impression of wide-set eyes due to a broad bridge between the eyes,

And strong Mongolian folds!

Above all, she wanted a ‘natural in-out line that doesn’t look too artificial,’ so we proceeded with a combination of partial incision ptosis correction and epicanthoplasty.

🔍 Surgical Method & Key Points

1️⃣ Partial Incision Ptosis Correction

Ptosis correction is a surgery that strengthens the muscles used to open the eyes (levator palpebrae superioris) to improve a sleepy-looking impression.

Since this patient did not have thick skin and was concerned about scarring, we used the ‘partial incision method,’ which combines the advantages of both incisional and non-incisional techniques.

Minimized skin incision to reduce scar burden ↓

Customized correction possible through fat removal and muscle adjustment ↑

Fast recovery and maintenance of a natural double eyelid line

Removal of eyelid fat

Through this method, we strengthened the eye-opening power to create a clear and refreshed eye shape.

2️⃣ Epicanthoplasty (Inner Corner Surgery)

In this case, the reason the eyes looked wide-set was due to skin folds (Mongolian folds).

Therefore, through epicanthoplasty, we extended the horizontal length of the eyes and naturally narrowed the distance between them.

We meticulously planned the design phase to not only narrow the gap but also achieve balance and a refreshed impression simultaneously.

👁 Post-Surgical Changes

Immediately after surgery, her impression brightened as her eye-opening power improved, and as the swelling subsided, a natural in-out line settled in.

In particular, as the asymmetry was corrected, the balance between both eyes improved, making the overall facial harmony much softer and clearer.

As time passed and the lines settled more naturally, she received many compliments like ‘Your eyes look like they were originally this beautiful’ rather than ‘It looks like you had surgery.’ 😊

💡 Recommended for those who:

Have asymmetrical eye sizes or lines

Have eyes that look sleepy or have weak eye-opening power

Want to improve a wide-set or stuffy impression

Desire a natural and clear in-out line

✨ Eye Surgery at VIBE Plastic Surgery

The eyes are the most important part in determining a first impression.

At VIBE Plastic Surgery, we don’t just perform surgery to increase size; we focus on the individual’s muscle structure, facial harmony, and natural lines.

The combination of partial incision ptosis correction and epicanthoplasty is especially recommended for those seeking ‘clarity within naturalness.’

If you want a natural in-out line or are worried about asymmetrical/sleepy eyes, find the method that suits you through a consultation.

Dr. Young-moon Yoo of VIBE Plastic Surgery personally designs and performs the surgery. :)

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

VIBE coming 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

What kind of surgery is partial incision ptosis correction?

Partial incision ptosis correction is a surgery that strengthens the power of the muscles that open the eyes to improve a sleepy impression. It combines the advantages of incisional and non-incisional methods, minimizing the burden of scars while allowing fat removal and muscle correction, and enables fast recovery and maintenance of a natural double eyelid line.

In what cases is epicanthoplasty recommended?

Epicanthoplasty is recommended when the glabella appears wide or strong epicanthic folds give a stuffy impression. It helps to expand the horizontal length of the eyes and naturally narrow the distance between the eyes, creating a clear and balanced eye shape.

How long is the recovery period after partial incision ptosis correction?

Partial incision ptosis correction is performed by minimizing skin incision, so recovery is relatively fast. The power to open the eyes improves immediately after surgery, and while there are individual differences in how long it takes for swelling to subside and a natural line to settle, it is possible to return to daily life in a relatively short period.

What kind of eye shape does VIBE Plastic Surgery pursue?

VIBE Plastic Surgery does not simply enlarge the eyes, but focuses on designing natural lines considering individual muscle structure and facial harmony. Rather than a 'surgically altered look,' we pursue clarity within naturalness, like 'naturally beautiful eyes'.

Who should consider partial incision ptosis correction and epicanthoplasty?

It is recommended for those who have asymmetrical eye size or lines, eyes that look sleepy or have weak eye-opening strength, those who want to improve a stuffy impression due to a wide glabella, and those who desire a natural and clear in-out line.