A pair of beautiful, large eyes enhances charm and personality. Double eyelid surgery by a skilled surgeon has become a popular choice for addressing problems like monolids, high eyelids, low eyelids, or multiple eyelid folds, making the eyes appear more refreshing and attractive. Understanding the procedure correctly is essential before modifying the eyelid.
What is Eyelid Surgery?
Eyelid surgery involves enhancing the aesthetics of the eyelid or correcting common eye issues such as small eyes, hidden eyelids, droopy eyelids, uneven eyelids, too much fat causing puffiness, or too little fat making eyes appear deep-set. This also includes issues with weak eye muscles, where the eyes seem constantly squinting, or where the pupil is unclear. Double eyelid surgery comprehensively addresses aesthetic issues of the eyes, with techniques varying based on individual considerations.
Who is Suitable for Double Eyelid Surgery?
- Individuals with hidden eyelids due to excess eyelid fat.
- Individuals with droopy eyelids, where the eyelid hangs down at the edge and obstructs vision.
- Individuals with weak eye muscles, either congenitally or due to aging, accidents, or neurological disorders.
- Individuals with uneven eyelids, one higher than the other or with uneven folds.
- Individuals with monolids who wish to enhance their appearance with larger, more beautiful eyes.
What Are the Techniques for Double Eyelid Surgery?
Popular double eyelid surgery is divided into 3 techniques as follows:
- Full Incision Technique involves a full-length eyelid incision to remove excess skin and fat. Suitable for those with a lot of eyelid skin, a lot of fat in the eyelid, or weak eye muscles. This results in permanent clear eyelids, and the eyelid shape can be customized according to individual preferences.
- Mini Incision Technique involves a small incision of 3 – 5 millimeters. It uses a similar approach to the first method but without removing excess skin. Suitable for those with less eyelid skin, less fat in the eyelid, and who desire a natural eyelid.
- Non – Incisional Technique involves creating small holes at 3 points, with no incision. It’s a quick recovery option for those with thin and flexible eyelids with little fat. The advantage is no scars and rapid recovery, but it’s suitable only for some cases, and there’s a chance the eyelid fold could become undone.
Differences Between Mini Incision and Full Incision in Double Eyelid Surgery
In double eyelid surgery, the mini incision involves creating a double eyelid without removing skin, while the full incision involves altering excess skin or fat along with creating the double eyelid. The decision to use a mini or full incision is based on an evaluation by a skilled surgeon to best suit the unique characteristics of each individual’s eyes.
How to Care for Yourself After Double Eyelid Surgery
- For the first 3 days after surgery, avoid getting the wound wet, avoid lying face down, keep your head elevated, apply cold compresses, and wear sunglasses when outdoors.
- During the first 48 – 72 hours, use only cold compresses to reduce swelling and bruising.
- Clean your face using a clean cloth soaked in warm water, gently wipe the wound, and dry it.
- Avoid straining your eyes or rubbing them.
- Take anti-inflammatory and anti-swelling medication as recommended by your doctor.
- Avoid spicy, fermented foods, alcoholic beverages, and smoking.
- If infection occurs, swelling increases, bruising worsens, or bleeding occurs at the wound, see a doctor immediately.
Is Double Eyelid Surgery Possible Without an External Scar?
In double eyelid surgery, incisions on the external part of the eyelid are necessary, whether the incisions are short or long. Therefore, the incision will be visible, but the advantage is that the visible scars are natural folds. When the eyes are open, the incision is hidden in the eyelid fold, alleviating concerns about scars.
Currently, double eyelid surgery has very few side effects and complications because the incisions are small, making it difficult for infections to occur. A skilled surgeon will choose the technique that suits the eye’s characteristics and the individual’s needs for the most satisfactory results. Even after ten years or more since double eyelid surgery, changes may occur and can be corrected as per the doctor’s advice to keep the eyes looking fresh and lively.
Specialist in Double Eyelid Surgery
Dr..Narupon Rojanapithayakorn Plastic Surgeon, Center of Aesthetic Surgery, Bangkok Hospital
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Hospital Specializing in Double Eyelid Surgery
Center of Aesthetic Surgery, Bangkok Hospital is ready to perform double eyelid surgery by plastic surgeons with specific expertise, nurses, and a multidisciplinary team equipped with modern equipment and technology, providing advice and close care to achieve the desired results and increase confidence in your pair of beautiful eyes every day.
