Eye surgery

Epicanthoplasty (inner corner)

Releases the inner-corner fold so the eye looks longer and the inter-eye distance narrower; usually combined with double-eyelid surgery for a continuous fold.

Who it suits

  • Prominent epicanthal fold covering the inner corner
  • Wide distance between the eyes

Technique highlights

  • Longer, more open-looking eyes
  • Performed together with double-eyelid surgery

Surgical steps

  • The opening angle is designed to suit the face
  • The fold is released and the corner reshaped
  • Fine sutures minimise scarring

Recovery & aftercare

  • Sutures removed around day 5-7
  • Redness at the inner corner fades in 1-3 months

Risks & things to consider

  • Over-opening looks harsh, so the design must be conservative
  • The scar is in a visible area and needs careful aftercare

Frequently asked questions

Must it be combined with double-eyelid surgery?

Not always, but the two are usually combined so the fold flows naturally and the eye proportions balance.

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