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Female Eye Shape

Eye shape does not simply mean double eyelids as commonly thought, but also includes the overall shape from the inner to outer corner and detailed elements such as
the angle, tilt, and form of the inner and outer corners.

Generally, the upper eyelid line forms a so-called crescent shape with the highest point at the center, while the lower eyelid line is nearly straight from inner to outer corner.

When applying makeup, women shade the triangular zone at the outer corner to make the eyes appear larger toward the back and downward, and apply makeup to make the lower lash line appear straight.

This is evidence that we subconsciously know what beautiful eyes look like.

Male Eye Shape

The eyes men desire are not much different from what women want.

The common features of the ideal eye shape desired by both men and women are horizontally elongated and refreshing eyes, sophisticated eyes that do not look fierce, and clear eyes that do not look sleepy.

• Hook-shaped Inner Corner
  Non-incisional Ptosis Correction (Revision) + Upper Canthoplasty + Lateral Canthoplasty (Revision) + Lower Canthoplasty (6 weeks)
  

  
• Thick Double Eyelid
  Incisional Double Eyelid Surgery (Revision) (6 months)
  

  

• Unnatural Outer Eye Corner
  Lateral Canthoplasty Reconstruction + Lower Canthoplasty (Revision) (2 months)
  

  

• Inner Corner Epicanthal Fold
  Partial-incisional Ptosis Correction + Upper Canthoplasty (1 year 3 months)
  

  
• Monolid
  Incisional Ptosis Correction + Medial Epicanthoplasty + Upper Canthoplasty + Lateral Canthoplasty + Lower Canthoplasty (6 weeks)
  

  

• Upturned Outer Eye Corner
  Incisional Double Eyelid Surgery (Revision) + Upper Canthoplasty (Revision) + Lateral Canthoplasty + Lower Canthoplasty (3 months)
  

  

Many people commonly think, ’If I get double eyelid surgery, my eyes will look pretty, right?’, ‘If I make my double eyelids
big and dramatic so my eyes look bigger, they’ll be pretty, right?’ To this, I would like to say
”No, that is not the case.”

80-90% of Koreans have inner corners covered by epicanthal folds, with in-fold/
monolid eyes and upturned outer corners forming a parallelogram/triangular shape.

Korean Eyes

Ideal Eyes

No matter how much double eyelid surgery is performed on this eye shape, the shape itself does not change, making it difficult to achieve beautiful eyes.

Therefore, the shape of the inner and outer corners, and the shape of the double eyelid
at both ends must be changed. Let us examine this in detail.

• Case 1. Hook shape after failed medial epicanthoplasty,
  excessive lacrimal lake exposure,
  indented scarring (Epicanthoplasty Reconstruction)Click
• Case 2. Inner Eye Corner Covered by Epicanthal FoldClick

When patients are diagnosed as needing Epicanthoplasty Reconstruction, they often express doubt. They ask, ‘Isn’t that a surgery for people who failed their medial epicanthoplasty or whose eyes are too close together?’ This perception became ingrained because Epicanthoplasty Reconstruction became known to the public through celebrities who appeared on TV discussing their failed medial epicanthoplasty procedures that were reversed.

The characteristic of Korean eyes is that ① the epicanthal fold extends downward,
making the inner corner of the eye look like a hawk's claw or a hook shape.
(Whether the cause is a revision or a first-time surgery.)

Therefore, by closing the lower part of the bent inner corner to shift the inner corner upward using Epicanthoplasty Reconstruction, the inner corner can be straightened to create crescent-shaped eyes (the condition for beautiful eyes described earlier).

① Blog Post Details

What Is the Difference Between Epicanthoplasty Reconstruction and Axis Rotation?

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Contrary to the perception that it is only for revisions, many people in Korea who have never had medial epicanthoplasty surgery - so-called ‘natural-born eyes’ - also need Epicanthoplasty Reconstruction.

Axis Rotation(Revision)(3 weeks)

Epicanthoplasty Reconstruction(3 weeks)

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As you can see in the photos, the inner eye corners are covered by epicanthal folds. In such cases, not only do the eyes appear small, but the double eyelid line is also covered, so even with double eyelid surgery, the desired eye shape and line cannot be achieved. Therefore, the epicanthal fold must be removed.

② When the epicanthal fold is removed, the lacrimal lake at the inner corner is moderately exposed,
the 45-degree upward direction opens up, changing to a round parabolic shape,
and the double eyelid line becomes visible, achieving the ideal eye shape.

In-fold, in-out, and out-fold lines are important choices during double eyelid surgery. Many people think ‘I just need double eyelid surgery’ to get the line they want. However, the important factor determining the double eyelid line is 40% from the double eyelid surgery and 60% from epicanthoplasty, showing how crucial the presence of the epicanthal fold is.

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What Is the Right Epicanthal Fold Removal and Hook-shaped Eye Correction Method for Me?

An epicanthal fold refers to the skin fold at the inner corner of the eye, commonly found in East Asians ...

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To change from in-fold to in-out or out-fold, the epicanthal fold must be removed through epicanthoplasty. To change from out-fold to in-out or in-fold, the inner corner shape must be changed through reconstruction. As such,
③ successful double eyelid surgery is not just about the crease line, but the shape of the double eyelid line
is determined by the presence and shape of the epicanthal fold at the inner corner.

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When Is Upper Epicanthoplasty Essential in Double Eyelid Surgery?

Nowadays, as Epicanthoplasty Reconstruction has become more common, the reluctance toward medial epicanthoplasty, upper epicanthoplasty, and the surgery itself has ...

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• Case 1. Constricted, Upturned Outer Eye CornerClick
• Case 2. Lateral Canthoplasty Side Effects (Reconstruction Cases)Click

When the outer eye corners are constricted and upturned, the eyes not only appear smaller but can also give a fierce impression.

In such cases, ④ lateral canthoplasty and Lateral Canthoplasty Reconstruction+, which correct the shape and angle of the outer corner,
can improve this and prevent the eyes from appearing smaller.

When performing lateral canthoplasty, the procedure must not simply involve incision and suturing, but rather fixing and pulling at the periosteum and fascia to ensure there is no concern about reattachment or loosening.

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How to Enlarge Small, Stuffy, Cockle-shell Eyes?

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As the number of lateral canthoplasty cases has increased, so have the side effects.

⑤ Side effects manifest as C-shaped deformity, conjunctival exposure, unnatural appearance,
and other issues.

To improve this, Lateral Canthoplasty Reconstruction surgery must be performed. The scar at the outer corner and exposed mucosa are excised, the lateral canthal tendon is pulled and fixed to the brow bone, then sutured. At this time, to prevent the eyes from becoming smaller,
lateral canthoplasty is performed simultaneously.

⑤ Blog Post Details

How to Overcome Lateral Canthoplasty Side Effects with Reconstruction

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• Case 1. A Double Eyelid That Is Not Too ThickClick
• Case 2. The Principle of Minimizing ExcisionClick
• Case 3. Firm Fixation with Appropriate TensionClick
• Case 4. Repositioning fat within the septum
  to maintain stable double eyelidsClick
• Case 5. Correcting eye-opening strengthClick
• Case 6. Natural Adhesion Non-incisional Method vs. Incisional MethodClick

Double eyelids must look natural. Many people believe that the non-incisional method produces natural results while the incisional method looks unnatural. However, the surgical method alone does not determine whether you get a natural double eyelid.

Incisional Ptosis Correction+Upper Epicanthoplasty(5 months)

Incisional Double Eyelid(7 weeks)

Double eyelid surgery must be performed considering each patient's face shape, skin condition, thickness, facial proportion, and all other factors to achieve a natural double eyelid.

What exactly is a natural double eyelid, which may seem abstract?
There are 5 important points for a natural double eyelid.

First, ⑥ a double eyelid that is not too thick. If the double eyelid crease is too high, the eyes themselves may look dramatic, but when considering the overall image, it can appear unnatural.

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Double Line Technique: How to Fix Large, Unnatural Double Eyelids

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Second, the excision of skin, muscle, and soft tissue must be minimized. Excessive tissue removal not only makes the double eyelid line unnatural but also causes various problems such as awkward eye shape, lagophthalmos, and eye dryness.

Brow Lift+Lateral Canthoplasty + Lower Eyelid Surgery(Revision)(9 months)

⑦ The Principle of Minimizing Excision is the reason why this is important.

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Anti-aging Eye Surgery: How to Resolve Eyelid Sagging?

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Third, fixation must be done at the appropriate depth and strength. Even if the double eyelid line is designed at the same height, depending on the depth, angle, and strength of fixation, the shape can differ when the eyes are open. ⑧ It must be firmly fixed with appropriate tension.

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Sausage Eyes Revision Surgery: When You Want to Lower a High Crease

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Fourth, normalization of fat volume and position. When fat is excessively removed in a previous surgery, the eyelids become sunken, requiring excessive effort to open the eyes or causing multiple creases where the double eyelid cannot fold stably. ⑨ The fat within the septum must be
repositioned to maintain stable double eyelids.

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What Effects Does Eyelid Fat Grafting at SISUN Plastic Surgery Have?

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Lastly, ⑩ the eye-opening strength must be corrected. When the eye-opening strength is weak, the double eyelid line is not clear, making the eyes look sleepy. Additionally, the eyebrows or forehead muscles compensate to open the eyes, causing secondary problems such as forehead wrinkles or obstructed vision.

⑩ Blog Post Details

Is Ptosis Correction Possible for Protruding Eyes? (Sleepy Eyes)

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When surgery is performed considering all five of these points, natural double eyelids can be achieved. As double eyelid surgery has a long history, many people have undergone the procedure. Consequently, revision cases have been increasing recently. To address dissatisfaction with the initial surgery and various issues, one must assess their eye condition - whether it's high double eyelids, low double eyelid crease, multiple eyelid creases, unnatural double eyelids, droopy eyes (ptosis), asymmetric double eyelids, or loosened eyes.

⑪ If the eyelid skin is thin with no sagging and minimal fat,
the natural adhesion non-incisional method can be used. Conversely, if there is significant
sagging with a large amount of fat, the incisional method is performed.
In cases of severe ptosis, ptosis correction is performed, and if the eyelids are sunken, orbital fat grafting creates the ideal double eyelid.

⑪ Blog Post Details

[Incisional Ptosis Correction] What Is the Difference from Non-incisional?

When the eyes are fully open, at least 80-90% of the iris should be exposed ...

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“For beautiful and ideal eyes, shape is what matters!”
We can confidently say this.
We possess extensive clinical experience and expertise.

We perform reconstruction, epicanthoplasty, and double eyelid surgery
tailored to each individual's eye shape, which you can verify
through our diverse surgical cases and patient reviews.

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