Double Eyelid Surgery
쌍꺼풀 수술
Create a natural upper eyelid crease through incision or non-incision techniques — Korea's most-performed cosmetic procedure.
- Duration
- 30–60 min
- Downtime
- 7–14 days
- Price in Korea
- ₩500,000 – ₩3,000,000
- Recovery
- 2 weeks
What Double Eyelid Surgery actually does.
Surgical creation of a defined upper eyelid crease, also called blepharoplasty Korea's signature cosmetic procedure, performed in tens of thousands of cases annually Three main techniques exist: non-incision (suture), partial incision, and full incision
What to expect
- 01
Initial consultation — surgeon evaluates eye anatomy, skin elasticity, and fat distribution, and reviews desired crease height and shape using reference photos
- 02
Pre-operative preparation — blood tests, photo documentation, and final design markings made on the eyelid in standing and seated positions
- 03
Local anesthesia administered to numb the eyelid; most patients remain awake with mild sedation, general anesthesia is rarely needed
- 04
Chosen technique performed — sutures placed (non-incision), small cut with selective fat or skin removal (partial), or full incision with comprehensive reshaping
- 05
Sutures placed and the new crease set; brief observation confirms symmetry and bleeding control
- 06
Discharge with detailed post-operative instructions, prescribed medications, and scheduled follow-up — typically 5–7 days for suture removal
Honest answers
Most patients stay 7–10 days. The first 3–4 days cover the procedure and initial recovery, then a follow-up visit before flying home. Suture removal happens on day 5–7. We can help arrange your hotel and post-op visits.
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