Natural Eye Surgery Recommendation Near Gangnam Station and Sinnonhyeon Station — 21plastic surgery
Author: Dr. Lee Won (Plastic Surgeon : Representative Director of 21plastic surgery)
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If You Want Natural Eye Surgery Near Gangnam Station and Sinnonhyeon Station
When considering eye surgery, there's one question that comes up most often. "How can I make it look natural without being noticeable?" The answer isn't determined by just one method. According to Seoul Asan Hospital Plastic Surgery materials, eye surgery results vary in naturalness and recovery period depending on the method—buried suture, incision, eye opening correction, etc.—so analysis of the individual eye structure must always come first.
21plastic surgery, located between Sinnonhyeon Station and Gangnam Station, prioritizes looking at 'what will be most natural for this person's eye and facial proportions' rather than simply 'which surgery to perform.' The director personally analyzes the eyelid structure and jointly determines the direction suited to it; this process is the key factor that determines the naturalness of the result.
Natural Eye Surgery Results Vary Depending on the Method
Even if you want the same 'natural eye surgery,' the appropriate method varies completely depending on your eyelid thickness, fat amount, and muscle condition. According to Seoul Asan Hospital Plastic Surgery materials, the buried suture method leaves almost no scars and recovers quickly, while the incision method is advantageous when skin sagging or fat removal is necessary. Check the characteristics by method through the table below.
| Method | Suitable Eye Condition | Advantages | Considerations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buried Suture (Natural Adhesion) | Thin, elastic eyelids | Almost no scars, quick recovery | Risk of loosening with thick eyelids |
| Incision Method | Thick eyelids or sagging/fat present | Can improve fat and skin sagging simultaneously | Recovery period may be somewhat longer |
| Eye Opening Correction | Cases where the eye opening muscle is weak and the iris is partially covered | Clear eye opening improvement possible | Different approach from simple double eyelid surgery |
According to clinical data, when the eye-opening muscle (levator) is weak, it may be difficult to achieve desired results with just double eyelid surgery, and eye opening correction should be considered together. Rather than applying a single method to all cases, sufficient pre-consultation and structural analysis should come first.
21plastic surgery's Approach to Eye Surgery
Dr. Lee Won at 21plastic surgery, based on the philosophy of total plastic surgery consultation that first examines individual facial harmony, jointly determines the direction suited to eye structure.
In eye surgery consultation, rather than simply deciding "which double eyelid method should we do?", we examine the entire context of the eye. Below are the checkpoints actually confirmed in the real clinical flow at 21plastic surgery.
• Analysis of eyelid thickness and fat amount — criterion for deciding between buried suture and incision methods
• Confirmation of levator (eye-opening muscle) function — determination of whether eye opening correction is needed
• Confirmation of under-eye fat and aegyo-sal (smile line fat) condition — consider concurrent under-eye fat repositioning and aegyo-sal transplant if needed
• Review of overall facial proportion and balance — set direction from the perspective of overall harmony rather than just the eye alone
• Consideration of personal lifestyle and available recovery period — establish realistic surgical plan
Dr. Lee Won conducts treatment not only for double eyelids and eye opening correction but also for overall areas around the eye, including under-eye fat repositioning and aegyo-sal transplant, and maintains a global patient care environment with steady visits from international patients from countries including Japan, China, Thailand, and North America. Single procedures rather than overall facial harmony can lead to natural results.
These Cases Require Caution
If you're considering eye surgery, be sure to check the following items before and after surgery.
Cases Requiring Pre-Surgery Confirmation
• Cases with thick eyelids or accompanying skin sagging — buried suture alone may have limitations
• Cases where part of the iris is covered by the eyelid when opening the eye — according to Seoul Asan Hospital Plastic Surgery materials, ptosis caused by reduced levator function has a different approach than simple double eyelid surgery. Pre-diagnosis is absolutely necessary.
• Cases with previous eye surgery experience — existing adhesion and scar conditions must be confirmed before determining direction
Post-Surgery Recovery Period Precautions
• Major swelling usually subsides within about 1 week, but residual swelling can persist for 1-3 months or longer (refer to Hidoc expert column)
• According to clinical data, contact lens wear is recommended about 3 weeks after surgery, and sauna and swimming should be avoided for 1 month
• Light daily activities are possible from 1 week onwards, but intense exercise requires a longer period
• The timepoint when natural results fully settle varies by individual and may be 3-6 months or later, so it's important not to evaluate hastily
People residing in nearby Gangnam areas such as Nonhyeon Station, Yeoksam Station, and Apgujeong can also visit 21plastic surgery located between Sinnonhyeon Station and Gangnam Station conveniently.
Confirm Your Direction for Natural Eye Surgery Through Consultation
If you're curious about the eye surgery direction suited to you, check it through consultation at 21plastic surgery located between Sinnonhyeon Station and Gangnam Station.
Information found online can be helpful, but your actual eyelid structure and muscle condition can only be understood through direct analysis. Whether the double eyelid method is correct, whether eye opening correction is needed, or whether you need to examine the under-eye and aegyo-sal areas together — all these directions can be determined together through consultation.
If you're curious about the direction suited to you, confirm it through consultation.
Q&A
Q1. Between buried suture (natural adhesion) and incision method, which is more natural?
It's difficult to say definitively which method is more natural. If the eyelid is thin and elastic, the buried suture or natural adhesion method may produce more natural results, while the incision method can if thick or sagging. If you choose a method that doesn't suit your eye structure, it can lead to unnatural results, so it's important to decide after pre-analysis.
Q2. How long does swelling last after eye surgery? When can I return to daily activities?
Major swelling usually subsides significantly within about 1 week, and simple daily activities are often possible after that. However, residual swelling can remain for 1-3 months or longer, and it can take 3-6 months for natural results to fully settle. Recovery speed varies by individual, so it's good to allow sufficient time.
Q3. Does the eye surgery method differ if there is ptosis?
Yes, it can differ. Ptosis is a condition where the eye-opening muscle (levator) function is weakened, and it may be difficult to achieve desired eye opening with just simple double eyelid surgery. In this case, eye opening correction (non-incision or incision) should be considered together, so it's essential to confirm levator function through pre-diagnosis first.
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