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# Open, Refreshed Eyes# Longer Eyes

The hidden structure,
naturally expanded

Canthoplasty

Canthoplasty

What Is Canthoplasty?

SH Plastic Surgery

Canthoplasty opens the inner, upper, outer or lower corner of the eye to extend its length and height,
creating larger, more open eyes.

It is a good option for those who did not see much effect from double eyelid surgery alone.
The operating time is short and recovery is fast, while the eye shape is effectively improved.

We strive to deliver satisfaction with the method suited to each person's eye shape and goals.

The key to canthoplasty is not making the eyes bigger,
but opening a closed structure to create balance.
Dr. Seonghun Kim, SH Chief Director
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Before & After

Not eyes made bigger,
but a structure that opens up

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Before & After

Even as time passes,
eye proportions that stay natural

SH’s Specialty

What Makes SH Plastic Surgery's Canthoplasty Special

SH does not follow trends.
We design the timing and structure that suit your face now.

  1. 01

    Harmonious eye design

    We consider each person's eye shape and proportions to create natural, balanced eyes.

  2. 02

    A dramatic change in image

    Expanding narrow eye space leads to a defined, open look.

  3. 03

    Lasting results without worry about reattachment

    Delicate surgical techniques give stable results without re-adhesion.

  4. 04

    Minimal scarring

    A minimal incision supports natural recovery without worry about visible scars.

  5. 05

    Reversal canthoplasty available

    Canthoplasty reversal surgery is also available if needed, allowing flexible design changes.

SH's Approach to Facial Structure

Leonardo da Vinci's
structural analysis
SH's canthoplasty

To draw a beautiful face, Leonardo da Vinci
did not simply trace its outline.
He divided the face by reference points and analyzed the role of each position.

Considering the proportions and direction of the eyes
for natural expansion.

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※ Results of surgery or procedures vary from person to person.

Which canthoplasty is right for me?

Medial, upper, lateral and lower canthoplasty

  1. 1

    Medial canthoplasty

    • You have epicanthal folds
    • Your eyes are short horizontally
    • The space between your eyes is wide
  2. 2

    Upper canthoplasty

    • The inner corners of your eyes are heavily covered
    • You want softer-looking eyes
    • Your double eyelid line is hidden
  3. 3

    Lateral canthoplasty

    • The outer corners of your eyes look closed
    • You want to extend the horizontal length
    • You want to lower the outer corners
  4. 4

    Lower canthoplasty

    • You want to lower the outer corners
    • Your eyes still look closed after medial and lateral canthoplasty
    • The lower part of your pupil is covered

Medial Canthoplasty Procedure

Medial canthoplasty lengthens the eyes horizontally and improves epicanthal folds for open, natural eyes.
It works especially well with double eyelid surgery, balancing the distance between the eyes for harmonious overall facial proportions.

  1. Step 01

    1. Design

    The degree of the epicanthal fold is measured and planned.

  2. Step 02

    2. Epicanthal fold removal

    The fold is delicately incised and removed in harmony with the eye shape.

  3. Step 03

    3. Skin repositioning

    The incised skin is naturally repositioned to create the desired eye shape.

  4. Step 04

    4. Completion

    Delicate sutures complete defined, open eyes.

Upper Canthoplasty Procedure

Upper canthoplasty raises the starting point of the eye for natural, bright eyes.
It enlarges the eyes while keeping the distance between them, and reveals the front of the double eyelid line for a defined yet soft look.

  1. Step 01

    1. Design

    The canthoplasty line is planned according to the eyelid condition.

  2. Step 02

    2. Conjunctiva removal

    After a minimal incision, the conjunctiva is delicately removed.

  3. Step 03

    3. Closure

    The eyelid and fascia are fixed diagonally for a natural eye shape.

  4. Step 04

    4. Completion

    Bright, open eyes are complete.

Lateral Canthoplasty Procedure

Lateral canthoplasty opens the outer corner of the eye to lengthen it horizontally, creating open, soft eyes.
Recommended for those who want to soften a sharp look.

  1. Step 01

    1. Design

    The extent of the canthoplasty is planned to suit the features of the eyes.

  2. Step 02

    2. Conjunctival incision

    An incision is made along the conjunctival line inside the outer corner, and the conjunctiva is removed.

  3. Step 03

    3. Tissue connection

    The outer corner is opened, and the eyelid and fascia are connected and sutured.

  4. Step 04

    4. Completion

    Natural, longer eyes are complete.

Lower Canthoplasty Procedure

Lower canthoplasty adjusts the height and direction of the outer lower eyelid to enlarge the eyes and soften the look.
The angle can be adjusted delicately, and combining it with lateral canthoplasty can create a synergistic effect.

  1. Step 01

    1. Design

    The angle and proportions of the outer corner are analyzed and planned.

  2. Step 02

    2. Conjunctiva removal

    The conjunctiva is delicately removed, considering the degree and the line.

  3. Step 03

    3. Skin repositioning

    The incised skin is repositioned to suit the desired eye shape.

  4. Step 04

    4. Completion

    Natural sutures complete defined, soft eyes.

SH Plastic Surgery's Surgical Principles

Plastic surgery is not simply a technique for changing appearance;
it is medicine that understands the structure and balance of the face.

For natural and stable results, SH Plastic Surgery performs surgery
based on the following principles.

1

We analyze structure first

The eyes, nose and face are not independent structures; they influence each other to form your impression.

SH Plastic Surgery does not look only at the shape of the eyes or nose; we analyze

  • Eyeball position
  • Brow bone structure
  • Facial skeleton
  • Tissue balance

to understand the facial structure first.

2

We value balance over excessive change

The goal of plastic surgery is not to change the face excessively
but to improve its overall balance.

SH Plastic Surgery considers facial proportions and harmony
to pursue natural and stable change.

3

Surgery begins with design

Good results are not suddenly created in the operating room.
We create a design suited to your facial structure through accurate analysis, and the surgery is performed based on that design.

SH Plastic Surgery performs design-based surgery grounded in structural analysis.

4

We consider long-term stability

Results should look natural not only right after surgery but also as time passes.

SH Plastic Surgery chooses the surgical method
with tissue stability and long-term change in mind.

5

Patient safety comes first

The most important thing in plastic surgery is patient safety.

  • A dedicated, accountable medical team
  • Surgeon name disclosure in the operating room
  • Systematic management of the surgical environment

These measures keep the surgical environment safe.

SH PHILOSOPHY

Natural beauty
begins with structure and balance

SH Plastic Surgery designs change based on an understanding of facial structure,
not a simple change in appearance.

The change that suits each patient most naturally:
that is SH Plastic Surgery's standard for plastic surgery

SH Post-Operative Care System

SH Plastic Surgery systematically manages swelling, pain, scarring and the other recovery concerns
patients worry about most, with a 1:1 personalized care system.

  • System 01

    Swelling injection treatment

    Injections that help relieve swelling and bruising for faster recovery of the surgical area
    Care that speeds recovery and brings your return to daily life sooner

  • System 02

    Swelling laser care

    Laser care effective for relieving swelling, for faster recovery of the surgical area
    Helps tissue stabilization and recovery

  • System 03

    Scar injection treatment

    If a scar hardens or becomes raised, scar injections tailored to your condition soften and improve it
    Early scar management to maintain a natural result

  • System 04

    Recovery management system

    Warming blankets & instant warm-air units verified for safety to international standards
    Help maintain body temperature and blood circulation after surgery for a more stable recovery

  • System 05

    LDM ultrasound care

    Uses ultrasound energy to support skin tissue recovery
    and helps tissue stabilization and swelling relief.

  • System 06

    Radiofrequency care

    Uses radiofrequency energy to improve blood circulation
    and support tissue recovery and skin condition.

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