The Incision Technique
Popular in Japan, Korea, and China, this technique is highly recommended due to its long-term results. The procedure requires an incision, to identify each layer of the anatomy, and make way for the removal of unnecessary connective tissue, which may lead to the development of multiple or unstable folds. While this technique is more invasive than sutures, the effects last much last longer.
Purpose:
- Creation of double eyelid fold (for all age groups)
- Removal of excessive upper eyelid skin
- Removal of excesive upper eyelid fat pad
- Ptosis correction
Scar:
Faint scar in the upper eyelid crease
Longevity of Result:
Permanent
Post-Surgery Downtime:
Swelling much improved after 1-2 weeks
Suture Removal:
1 week post operative