Dr. Sung Jin-mo of Cheongdam First | Refined Inner Canthoplasty

Designed specifically for individuals with short palpebral fissures, epicanthal folds covering the inner corners, wide intercanthal distance, and lifeless eyes. Dr. Sung Jin-mo, a specialist in ophthalmic plastic surgery with years of experience, provides personalized consultations to create soft, natural doe eyes without exaggerated pointed corners. This procedure is ideal as a primary eye surgery combined with double eyelid surgery for comprehensive improvement.

Core Surgical Advantages

1. Minimally invasive concealed incisions, nearly scar-free post-op

   Utilizes hidden incisions aligned with the inner corner's natural folds, followed by precise layered suturing with tension reduction. Upon healing, the scar lines blend seamlessly into the surrounding skin, avoiding whitening or raised scars, with no visible marks even when eyes are closed.

2. Precise avoidance of blood vessels, minimal swelling and bruising

   Employs meticulous layer-by-layer dissection to bypass the rich capillary network around the eyes. This results in low intraoperative bleeding, significantly reducing post-operative edema and ecchymosis while minimizing discomfort during recovery.

3. Natural appearance, avoiding sharp internet-famous corner styles

   The extent of the inner canthoplasty is customized based on facial proportions, eye shape length, and the distance between eyebrows and eyes. It moderately releases epicanthal folds to elongate the palpebral fissure and narrow the intercanthal distance, creating a soft, fluid eye contour with an authentic look that avoids appearing harsh or artificial.

4. Low trauma and rapid recovery, quick return to daily life

   Compared to traditional blunt dissection methods, tissue damage is minimized. Swelling subsides quickly, allowing for suture removal and significant reduction in swelling within a short period. Light makeup can easily conceal any traces, ensuring no disruption to work or social activities.

5. Functional benefits: alleviates photophobia and visual constriction

   Releases the epicanthal folds wrapping the eyeball to widen the visual field. This improves the dull, lifeless appearance caused by eyelids obscuring the pupils while balancing bilateral symmetry and correcting asymmetrical eye sizes.

Suitable Candidates

1. Individuals with thick epicanthal folds where the eyelid covers the inner corner, making eyes appear short and small.
2. Those with excessively wide intercanthal distances, resulting in scattered facial features and a lack of three-dimensionality.
3. People with short palpebral fissures who still find their eyes not lively or refined enough after double eyelid surgery alone.
4. Candidates seeking to gently enlarge their eyes while rejecting sharp, exaggerated "internet celebrity" corner styles.
5. Patients concerned about prominent scarring, severe swelling, or prolonged recovery periods post-surgery.

Dr. Sung's exclusive refined inner canthoplasty offers low trauma, mild swelling, and concealed, virtually invisible scarring. By moderately releasing epicanthal folds and softly elongating the eye shape, it balances facial proportions, helping you effortlessly achieve clear, lively, and naturally large eyes—the top choice for primary eye surgery.