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An Honest Clinic
Dr. Lee Haksoo personally takes responsibility for everything, from your consultation and a thorough analysis of your eyes to the surgery itself, all under a safety focused medical system.
Surgery Time
About 1 hour
Eyelid Surgery
Incisional Ptosis Correction
For eyes that always look sleepy or tired: a naturally clear, vividly defined gaze, completed through precise incisional correction.
At a Glance
Surgery information
Anesthesia
IV sedation or local anesthesia
Stitch Removal
Day 4
Daily Life
After 2 to 3 days
About the Procedure
What is incisional ptosis correction?
This surgery is for eyes that never look clear because the iris stays largely hidden under the eyelid when the eyes are open naturally, for weak eye opening strength, and for eyes that simply look sleepy. When the eyelids carry a lot of fat, the skin is thick, or the skin sags heavily, the incisional approach is the right choice. Even severe drooping can be transformed into a clear, vividly defined gaze with incisional ptosis correction.
Who Benefits
The incisional technique is right for you if
- Your eyelid skin sags heavily
- Your eyelids carry a lot of fat
- Your eyelid skin is thick
- Your eyes look severely sleepy and tired
Operation Method
How the surgery is done
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Design
Before surgery, Dr. Lee designs your double eyelid line with you in a personal consultation.
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Incision
An incision is made along the designed line.
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Correction
The eye opening muscle is strengthened while the double eyelid line is set in place.
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Fixation
The skin is connected to the levator muscle and then sutured.
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Completion
A clear, vividly defined double eyelid line is complete.
LEE HAKSOO Difference
What makes LEE HAKSOO different
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Twenty Five Years of Know How
We never boast about case counts. As an eye specialty clinic built on a quarter century of know how, we promise natural results and high satisfaction instead.
Before & After
Real Results
Actual incisional ptosis correction patients of LEE HAKSOO Plastic Surgery, published with their consent.
Incisional ptosis correction, one month after surgery
Incisional ptosis correction, one month after surgery
Incisional double eyelid surgery with ptosis correction, one month after surgery
Incisional double eyelid surgery with ptosis correction, one month after surgery
Actual patient photos published with consent. Individual results may vary. Click any photo to enlarge.
Caution
Care before and after surgery
Before surgery
- Stop taking aspirin and any other medication that interferes with clotting two weeks before surgery, and tell us in advance if you are being treated for any medical condition.
- Do not drink alcohol for three days before surgery.
- Come in comfortable clothing on the day of surgery, and remove all jewelry and accessories.
After surgery
- Apply cold compresses for the first four days, then alternate cold and warm compresses to ease the swelling.
- You can wear eye makeup and contact lenses starting two weeks after surgery.
- Avoid baths, saunas, exercise, and swimming pools for three weeks after surgery.
- Do not drink or smoke for one month after surgery.
- Be sure to take the medication we prescribe.
Complications such as bleeding, infection, or inflammation can occur after surgery and vary from person to person. Please be sure to follow the aftercare instructions given by our medical team.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does incisional ptosis correction take?
About 1 hour. Dr. Lee Haksoo plans and performs every surgery himself, from the first consultation onward.
What kind of anesthesia is used?
IV sedation or local anesthesia. Which one suits you is decided during your consultation.
When are the stitches removed?
Stitches come out on day 4.
When can I get back to daily life?
After 2 to 3 days.
When can I wear eye makeup and contact lenses again?
Eye makeup and contact lenses are fine from two weeks after surgery. Avoid baths, saunas, exercise, and swimming pools for three weeks, and avoid alcohol and smoking for one month. Apply cold compresses for the first four days to ease the swelling.
Is incisional ptosis correction right for me?
It is worth considering if any of these apply to you. Your eyelid skin sags heavily. Your eyelids carry a lot of fat. Your eyelid skin is thick. Dr. Lee Haksoo confirms this with you in a personal consultation.
I am travelling from abroad. Do I need an appointment?
English enquiries and bookings are handled by KORA, our official medical travel partner. Message us on WhatsApp to start with a photo consultation: send clear photos of your eyes and we will review them before your visit.
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