Eye Surgery, Rhinoplasty, and Revision Rhinoplasty: Customized Surgical Methods Must Be Applied After Consulting with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

Advances in medical technology and improved perceptions of plastic surgery have led to the popularization of cosmetic procedures. Depending on individual needs, areas considered complex can be improved, and one's appearance can be corrected into a preferred shape.

Double eyelid surgery is the most representative procedure in eye surgery. Double eyelid surgery creates a line on the upper eyelid, effectively making the eyes appear larger and more defined. When the eyelids are heavy due to excess flesh or unnecessary muscle, the incisional method can be performed to create a clear, distinct double eyelid line.

If incisions are burdensome, the non-incisional (suture/buried) method can be applied, which involves making 5 to 7 small holes in the eyelid and passing a thread through to tie the eyelid line. The non-incisional method creates a more natural line than the incisional method, and because the recovery period is short, double eyelids can be created with almost no disruption to daily life.

When you want to lift sagging eyes without creating a double eyelid, a sub-brow lift among brow lift procedures is suitable. A sub-brow lift involves making an incision under the eyebrow and pulling up the sagging skin, transforming a stuffy, heavy-lidded look into a refreshed and open appearance. Even if the skin is thick and firm, a natural and refreshed eye shape can be expected, and functional problems caused by sagging eyelids, such as eyelashes poking the eyes or restricted vision, can also be resolved simultaneously. Clear eyes can be achieved without double eyelids, and surgical scars can be minimized with aftercare such as laser treatments and semi-permanent makeup along the incision line.

Aging phenomena such as sagging eyes and wrinkles in middle-aged and older adults can be improved with upper blepharoplasty and lower blepharoplasty, which are highly recommended. Upper blepharoplasty improves conditions where sagging upper eyelids cause eyelashes to curl inward toward the eyeball, leading to decreased vision and forehead wrinkles. By removing sagging skin and fat from the eyelids and tightening and suturing loose muscles, it strengthens the power to open the eyes and improves issues such as eyelash irritation and impaired vision caused by eyelid drooping.

Lower blepharoplasty is an anti-aging procedure that corrects dark circles and wrinkles caused by bulging fat under the eyes, resulting in a brighter and more youthful under-eye appearance. By removing or repositioning unnecessary under-eye fat and pulling and suturing sagging skin, it improves overall aging phenomena beneath the eyes.

Just like eye surgeries, nose surgeries are also diverse. In addition to functional rhinoplasty, which treats conditions such as rhinitis or sinusitis, there is a steady demand for cosmetic rhinoplasty aimed at addressing low, short, wide, long, or bulbous noses. Even with the same nasal concerns, different designs are applied for female and male rhinoplasty depending on gender. While there are slight differences depending on an individual's nose shape, women generally prefer a high, sleek nasal bridge with a sharp tip, whereas men generally prefer a straight, strong nasal bridge.

Rather than unconditionally opting for a high bridge, it is more harmonious to adjust the bridge to an appropriate height based on overall facial balance and nasal shape. In cases where the nostrils/alars are large and flare outward, alar reduction can yield positive results by reducing the overall size of the nostrils and elevating the nasal tip.

Director Kim Sung-hoon of SH Plastic Surgery Gangnam Branch stated, “To prevent double eyelid revision or revision rhinoplasty, patients must undergo thorough consultation with an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon prior to their first surgery and proceed with a customized procedure. It is crucial to determine the design and surgical method by comprehensively considering not only the shape of the eyes or nose, but also overall facial harmony, individual needs, gender, and skin condition.”

He added, “When choosing a hospital that excels in rhinoplasty or revision rhinoplasty, rather than going to Gangnam plastic surgery clinics that only promote cheap prices, low costs, or promotional events, it is better to select a reputable place equipped with experienced medical staff who have extensive clinical expertise in various plastic surgeries and a systematic surgical system.”

Source: Psych News (The Psychiatric News) http://www.psychiatricnews.net/news/articleView.html?idxno=30812