Incisional Ptosis Correction
qd Incisional Ptosis Correction
Through an eyelid incision, the structures that open the eye are checked and the extent of correction needed is planned. Skin and fat condition and eye closure are assessed together to adjust eyelid height and the crease.
Incisional Ptosis Correction is available at QD Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, Korea.
is this for me
Who it’s for
Even if none of these describes you, we will look again at the consultation.
- People using their forehead to open the eyes or concerned about unequal lid height
- People whose skin or tissue condition may require an incision
- People seeking assessment of function as well as crease shape
Assessment includes eyelid height, opening strength, brow position and eye closure. A photograph or procedure name cannot determine suitability; another approach or observation may be advised after examination.
start with your concern
Before you pick a treatment name, start with the cause of your concern.
Even a treatment with the same name takes on a different role and scope depending on your current structure, the change you want, what you have had before and the recovery time you have.
Opening strength and eyelid-margin height
People using their forehead to open the eyes or concerned about unequal lid height
the principle
How it works
Incisional Ptosis Correction
Ptosis correction is surgery that assesses how the eye opens, as distinct from the process of creating a double-eyelid crease. An incisional approach allows correction while the eyelid tissue is checked directly, but not every droop is a muscle problem. Excess skin, brow descent and eye-opening strength are looked at separately to decide the tissue adjustment and fixation needed. Rather than raising the lid too high, the range in which you can still close your eyes comfortably is considered as well.
How it works
Opening strength and eyelid-margin height
We measure eyelid height and movement and check compensating brow movement, dry eye and previous surgery.
Skin thickness, fat volume and whether an incision is needed
We look at the spare skin when the eyes are closed and the crease you want, and plan the incision position and the extent of functional correction.
Symmetry balanced with comfortable closure
After adjusting the tissue with the planned approach, we check left–right height and eye closure, then explain the stitches and follow-up schedule.
the qd standard
The same treatment, never the same plan.
Rather than a fashionable name or a fixed package, we weigh the structure found at examination, safety, recovery and the limits within one plan.
- DIAGNOSIS FIRST
Cause before name
We first separate out the tissue and the function behind your concern.
- LESS, PRECISE
Only as much as needed
Rather than an excessive change, we plan the smallest scope with a clear role.
- HONEST LIMIT
The limits, explained too
We explain the change you can expect, the alternatives, individual differences and the risks.
personal plan
From consultation to follow-up, planned as one flow.
Through an eyelid incision, the structures that open the eye are checked and the extent of correction needed is planned. Skin and fat condition and eye closure are assessed together to adjust eyelid height and the crease.
Eyelid assessment
We measure eyelid height and movement and check compensating brow movement, dry eye and previous surgery.
Surgical approach
We look at the spare skin when the eyes are closed and the crease you want, and plan the incision position and the extent of functional correction.
Recovery and follow-up
After adjusting the tissue with the planned approach, we check left–right height and eye closure, then explain the stitches and follow-up schedule.
Please read this before treatment
- Care for the incision so it is not pulled or rubbed; when the stitches come out depends on how the wound is healing. Early swelling can make the crease look high or the two sides look different, so function and scarring are followed up together.
- Check swelling, bruising, closure, dryness and wound healing. Follow the individual instructions for cooling and washing, and avoid rubbing the eyes.
- Wound review and any suture removal depend on the approach. Contact lenses, eye makeup and exercise resume according to wound and ocular-surface assessment.
Safety & considerations
Possible reactions
- Swelling, bruising, bleeding, infection and scarring at incision or suture sites are possible.
- Overcorrection, undercorrection, asymmetry, crease changes, recurrence and further correction are discussed.
- Incomplete closure, dry eyes, corneal irritation and, rarely, complications affecting vision can occur.
Before surgery
- Report previous eyelid or forehead surgery, eye conditions, contact-lens use and dryness.
- Discuss medicines, supplements, bleeding disorders, allergies and smoking; do not stop prescribed medicines yourself.
Sudden vision changes, severe pain or rapidly increasing one-sided swelling require immediate contact with the medical team or emergency care. Correction, scars and recovery vary between individuals.
what to expect
What to expect over time
A general guide to how the days and months after treatment usually unfold. Results vary by individual.
Settling
Lid height and crease appearance can change as swelling settles. Follow-up compares function and symmetry rather than judging the final result immediately.
how it compares
How it compares
| Incisional Ptosis Correction | Buried-suture Ptosis Correction | |
|---|---|---|
| Scope of correction | Through an eyelid incision, the structures that open the eye are checked and the extent of correction needed is planned. Skin and fat condition and eye closure are assessed together to adjust eyelid height and the crease. | We assess whether ptosis correction using sutures, without a long skin incision, suits you. Excess skin, eye-opening function and the conditions for the fixation to hold are reviewed to explain what it can achieve and the chance of recurrence. |
| Recovery and follow-up | Care for the incision so it is not pulled or rubbed; when the stitches come out depends on how the wound is healing. Early swelling can make the crease look high or the two sides look different, so function and scarring are followed up together. | Swelling, bruising, foreign-body sensation and suture irritation can occur without a long incision. Avoid rubbing or handling sutures; persistent lumps, pain or irritation need review. |
before consultation
Before you decide, the questions people always ask
Crease position and the mechanism that raises the eyelid are separate assessment points. Creating a fold does not automatically correct a problem with eyelid opening. Incisional ptosis correction considers lid height, muscle function and skin before defining the adjustment. The desired crease is planned together with a comfortable range of closure.
Eyelids can look thick for different reasons, such as skin, fat, swelling or brow position. Thickness alone does not decide whether an incision or ptosis correction is needed. If eye-opening function is adequate, another approach can be considered; if there is a functional problem, its cause is checked first. At the examination we explain which is actually needed: tidying the skin, correcting function, or both.
If the eyelid is raised too far, the eye may not close properly or dryness may get worse. That is why we check not only the front view but also the closed eye and the eye surface. Early tightness and swelling can change during recovery, but we do not advise putting up with discomfort and waiting. If you have difficulty closing your eyes, pain or changes in vision, seek care even before your scheduled follow-up.
Early checks prioritize the wound, bleeding and eye closure, with suture review when appropriate. A swollen crease is not treated as the final result. Later appointments compare scar changes, lid height and symmetry. Wound healing and functional settling can progress at different rates, so review is adjusted accordingly.
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personal consultation
Tell us what bothers you now, the change you want, what you have had done before and any dates that matter. We will compare the possible approaches and their limits, calmly.
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