In the ever-evolving world of cosmetic treatments, cosmetic eye surgery is probably the most common procedure people consider having. Asian people, especially those with Mongolian facial features, are obsessed with such procedures.

One of the most common cosmetic eye surgery procedures is epicanthoplasty. In this procedure, the inner corner of your eyes is lengthened, and the epicanthoplasty folds (เปิดหัวตา, which is the term in Thai) are removed.

Although that is a natural feature and looks good, personal preferences and aesthetic requirements lead individuals to get epicanthoplasty done. Let’s explore more about the surgical procedure.

What Is Epicanthoplasty?

Epicanthoplasty is a surgical procedure commonly called epi or inner corner surgery. It removes the epicanthal folds of the inner corners of those having Mongolian eyes.

Why Need An Epicanthoplasty?

Let’s have a look at the reasons why people tend to get epicanthoplasty done:

• Enhancing eye shape to get more open, bigger and alert-looking eyes
• Epicanthal folds may not be symmetric naturally, but through this surgery, you can have the desired, symmetrical eyes to enhance the appearance of the eyes
• Some cultures believe a particular eye shape to be more beautiful, so to match the standards, people undergo such surgeries
• Personal preferences and aesthetic requirements also lead people to have such surgeries

Points To Ponder Before Epicanthoplasty

There are a few points that should be taken into account before deciding on epicanthoplasty; let’s discuss:

Consulting A Qualified Surgeon

Epicanthoplasty is a procedure that directly relates to the appearance of an individual. This needs to be done under the guidance of a qualified surgeon. Make sure the surgeon has carried out a few successful surgeries. Look for the before and after photos of their previous works. This will lend you confidence in the surgeon and your decision, too.

Face The Risks

As with any other surgical procedure, epicanthoplasty carries a few risks, such as infection, scars, unsatisfactory results, etc. Discuss these factors with your surgeon before signing the consent.

Aftercare And Recovery

Understand that you will need a little time after the surgery to get back to normal life. There might be bruises or swellings on the operated area. To ensure proper healing, it is best to follow the post-surgery advice as they are supposed to be followed.

Conclusion

Epicanthoplasty is a cosmetic surgery that enhances the appearance of your eyes. Usually, Mongolian eye shapes are transformed into more open inner corners. The surgery is completely voluntary as there is no medical requirement to have it done.

People opt to get this surgery for their aesthetic wishes regarding the appearance of their eyes and face. One should consider the risks and shortcomings of this procedure and discuss it with the surgeon before making the final decision.

Another point that has to be there is that any cosmetic surgery should be pursued with an open mind because there are times when expectations are not completely fulfilled. You should always reach out to a qualified and experienced cosmetic surgeon.