2026-05-25
Epicanthoplasty Reconstruction: What Should You Focus On?
Hello. This is Vibe Plastic Surgery. As the demand for eye surgery increases, canthoplasty is often performed together with double eyelid surgery. However, if done hastily, some people want to reverse it. For this reason, patients often visit our clinic. We would like to inform you about epicanthoplasty reconstruction, which we receive the most questions about. Does it happen a lot due to the medical staff's lack of experience? The inner corner of the eye...
Hello.
This is Vibe Plastic Surgery.
As the demand for eye surgery increases,
canthoplasty is often performed
together with double eyelid surgery.
However, if the procedure is done hastily,
there are those who wish to reverse the results.
For this reason, patients often visit our clinic.
We would like to inform you about epicanthoplasty reconstruction,
which is the topic we receive the most questions about.
Does it often occur due to the medical staff's lack of experience?
When performing canthoplasty on the inner corners of the eyes,
the eyes become longer and larger,
but the lacrimal caruncle also becomes exposed.
If the surgery proceeds without a proper understanding
of the degree of caruncle exposure beforehand, side effects can occur.
Checklist when considering epicanthoplasty reconstruction!
✔ Does the surgeon have abundant experience in eye reconstruction?
✔ Do they systematically analyze the cause of the failure?
✔ Do they personally handle everything from consultation to aftercare?
Dr. Yoo Young-moon of Vibe Plastic Surgery
has an extensive portfolio of successful revision cases
built over 14 years of experience.
He is capable of anatomically analyzing the cause of failure
and performs the surgery using methods
tailored to each individual's eye condition.
When is the right time for surgery?
Usually, it takes about 4 to 6 months.
The surgery can be performed
after the swelling has subsided to some extent
and the double eyelid crease has fully settled.
However, even if this period has passed,
factors such as individual skin characteristics and issues from the previous surgery
vary for everyone. Therefore, you must follow the judgment
of a board-certified plastic surgeon before proceeding with the surgery.
Epicanthoplasty reconstruction is recommended for these people!
✔ Those who want to correct excessive epicanthoplasty
✔ Those who want to remove worsened epicanthal folds after surgery
✔ Those experiencing eye irritation or mucosal exposure due to excessive canthoplasty
✔ Those with unnatural eye shapes after canthoplasty
✔ Those worried about indented or sunken scars
✔ Those concerned about a sharply exposed lacrimal caruncle
Will my eyes get smaller after epicanthoplasty reconstruction? NO!
Even when performing epicanthoplasty reconstruction,
Vibe Plastic Surgery analyzes each individual's unique eye shape
and needs, taking them into careful consideration
to proceed with a 1:1 customized design.
Can the double eyelid line be changed with epicanthoplasty reconstruction?
When epicanthoplasty reconstruction is performed,
the epicanthal fold is recreated.
As a result, lines that were visible at the front, such as an in-out fold,
will be covered and turn into an in-fold.
If the starting point is floating like an out-fold,
it will change into an in-out fold or an in-fold.
Therefore, it is wise to carefully consider whether the expected shape
after epicanthoplasty reconstruction matches your desired look
before deciding to undergo the surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I undergo canthoplasty revision surgery?
Typically, it's possible 4-6 months after the initial surgery. It's best to proceed after most of the swelling has subsided and the double eyelid crease has fully settled. However, the timing may vary depending on individual skin characteristics or issues from the previous surgery, so a specialist's diagnosis is necessary.
Will my eyes become smaller after canthoplasty revision?
No, your eyes will not necessarily become smaller. We accurately assess each individual's unique eye shape and needs, and then perform the surgery with a 1:1 customized design, so you can worry less about your eyes becoming smaller.
Can the double eyelid line change after canthoplasty revision?
Yes, the double eyelid line can change. If epicanthic folds are recreated through revision, an existing in-out line might become covered as an in-line, or an out-line might change to an in-out or in-line. Therefore, it's important to carefully review the expected shape before making a decision.
Who needs canthoplasty revision surgery?
It is recommended for those who want to correct excessive epicanthoplasty or who experience dry eyes and mucosal exposure. It is also suitable for those who want to remove worsened epicanthic folds after plastic surgery, have indentations or sunken scars, or are concerned about a pointed lacrimal caruncle or unnatural shape.