Open the inner corners of your eyes to reshape the beauty of the Orient, bid farewell to the inner canthus, and regain your flexible eyes!| Strategies for becoming beautiful| Shanghai Xiyan Medical Plastic Surgery-Shanghai Xiyan Dermatology Official Website

Opening the inner canthus is an aesthetic plastic surgery project specially designed for Orientals. By removing part of the epicanthum, the eye crack can be effectively widened and the eyes look larger, brighter and more energetic. This operation can not only improve the eye shape caused by the epicanthum, but also reshape the natural subtle oriental beauty, giving the eyes a natural and agile charm. After surgery, the eyes will appear deeper and more energetic, and the overall facial outline will be more coordinated. It is ideal for people seeking refined eye effects.

What is major surgery on the inner corner of the eye?

Inner canthus enlargement is a plastic operation that surgically expands the distance between the inner canthus and improves the epicanthum. epicanthum refers to the skin fold that extends from above the corner of the eye to the lower edge of the eyelid, covering part of the inner canthus and making the eyes appear smaller and dull. By surgically removing part of the epicanthum, the inner canthus can be enlarged, making the eyes look larger and brighter, and at the same time improve the overall proportion of the face.

There are usually two types of major surgery for inner corner of the eye:

inner corner incision: It is suitable for cases where the inner corner of the eye is too narrow but the epicanthum is not serious. By incising the skin at the inner corner of the eye, the distance between the eyes of the eye is widened.
inner canthus resection: It is suitable for severe cases of epicanthum by resecting part of the epicanthum and widening the distance between the inner corners of the eye.

Why choose major surgery on the inner corner of the eye?

Improve facial proportions: After the inner corner of the eye is widened, the horizontal width of the eye increases, and the overall proportion of the face is more coordinated. It is especially suitable for the "apricot eye" or "phoenix eye" effect common to Asians.
Improve eye charm: After the inner corners of the eyes are widened, the degree of opening and closing of the eyes increases, and the eyes are brighter and more energetic, which can effectively enhance personal charm.
Solve functional issues: Some people with severe epicanthum may have problems such as dry eyes, tearing or blurred vision. Surgery can improve these symptoms together.

Pre-operative preparation and evaluation

Professional face-to-face consultation: Before deciding to operate, you need to communicate in detail with a professional eye plastic surgeon to evaluate your eye condition, facial proportions and the feasibility of the operation.
preoperative examination: The doctor will perform a comprehensive eye examination, including vision, intraocular pressure, corneal thickness, etc., to ensure that you are suitable for surgery.
mentally prepared: Although the operation is safe, psychological preparation is still needed to understand the advantages and disadvantages of the operation and the possible discomfort after the operation.

Detailed explanation of the surgical process

Large-scale surgery on the inner corner of the eye is usually performed under local anesthesia and the operation time is approximately 1-2 hours. The specific steps are as follows:

anesthesia: Your doctor will inject a local anesthetic into your inner corner of the eye to make sure there is no pain during the procedure.
incision design: The doctor will design the incision location based on your eye conditions, usually at the natural folds of the inner corner of the eye to reduce postoperative traces.
Resection of epicanthum: The doctor will carefully remove the excess epicanthum and adjust the position of the orbicularis oculi muscle to ensure that the corners of the eye are natural after surgery.
suture: The incision usually uses fine minimally invasive suture techniques, so the postoperative scar is not obvious and the recovery is faster.
Post-operative dressing: To fix the effect, your doctor may ask you to bandage your eyes for 24 hours after surgery.

Postoperative recovery and nursing care

postoperative swelling: Within 1-2 days after the surgery, your eyes will develop swelling and bruises. This is normal and usually resolves within 1 weeks.
wound care: Keep the wound clean and dry after surgery and avoid touching or rubbing your eyes with your hands to prevent infection.
medication guidance: The doctor will prescribe antibiotics and anti-swelling drugs, which must be taken on time to prevent infection and reduce swelling.
Re-visit arrangements: Regular follow-up visits are required after surgery, and the doctor will adjust the nursing plan based on the recovery.

Effects and precautions

effect appears: About 1 weeks after surgery, after the swelling subsides, you will obviously see the enlargement of the inner corners of the eyes, and your eyes will become brighter and more energetic.
long-term effects: The surgical effect is stable and can usually last for more than 10 years, but attention should be paid to eye protection to avoid external impact.
precautions：
- Avoid strenuous exercise after surgery to prevent wound dehiscence.
- Avoid makeup, especially eyeliner and eye shadow, until the wound completely heals.
- Pay attention to sun protection and avoid the impact of ultraviolet rays on wounds.

frequently asked questions

Is major surgery on the inner corner of the eye safe? Intraocular macrosurgery is a mature eye plastic surgery with high safety, but it still requires the choice of regular hospitals and experienced doctors.
Will there be obvious scars after the operation? Because the incision is designed at the natural fold of the inner corner of the eye and minimally invasive suture technology is used, the postoperative scar is not obvious, and almost no trace can be seen after recovery.
Will my eyes deform after surgery? A professional doctor will design the surgical plan based on the proportion of your face to ensure that your eyes are natural and will not deform after surgery.
How long does it take to recover after surgery? The swelling subsides 1 week after surgery and recovers naturally in 1-2 months. Complete recovery may take 3-6 months.