Anterior Epicanthoplasty Restoration in Apgujeong·Sinsa: Why Minimizing Incision Scars is Key
Author: Chang Yoon Kim (Plastic Surgeon Specialist: Representative Director of Sheone Plastic surgery)
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TL;DR
• Anterior epicanthoplasty restoration requires incision, but scars can be managed to be less noticeable depending on how the incision line is designed
• The correction approach varies depending on scar type (white scar, hook scar, depressed scar, raised scar), and a minimum of 6 months after the original surgery becomes a judgment criterion
• Consultation inquiries continue not only from Apgujeong·Sinsa but also from nearby areas like Cheongdam, Nonhyeon, and Yeoksam
Is Anterior Epicanthoplasty Restoration in Apgujeong·Sinsa Possible with Minimized Scars?
Anterior epicanthoplasty restoration is a process of refining scars or unnatural appearance resulting from previous surgery, so it is difficult to completely avoid incision itself. However, it is known that by designing the incision line to be hidden within the natural lines around the eye area, it is possible to manage scars so they do not stand out prominently. According to Hidoc expert article, the double flap technique is introduced as a method of placing the incision line around the eye in a location that is not easily noticeable.
However, this result can vary significantly depending on individual skin tension and the depth and shape of existing scars, so prior diagnosis is absolutely necessary.
Mini Q&A
Q. Does scar minimization mean that no scar remains at all?
A. No. As long as incision is involved, it is impossible to eliminate the scar itself; the accurate understanding is the concept of managing it to be less noticeable.
Anterior Epicanthoplasty Restoration Scars: Why They Form and How to Minimize Them
Scars remaining after anterior epicanthoplasty restoration can present in various forms depending on the incision location, skin tension, and suturing method. Representative types include white scars, hook scars, depressed scars, and raised scars, and Hidoc expert column summarizes that different correction approaches are needed for each type.
Approaches mentioned in the literature as scar minimization strategies are as follows:
• Double flap adjustment technique: A surgical technique where the upper V-shaped flap and lower L-shaped flap are elevated and adjusted to hide the incision line behind the medial canthus area, which was introduced in medical specialty media dmedinews
• Tension-free suturing (concealed incision + tension-free technique): Clinical results in 136 subjects were reported to be helpful in scar minimization according to PubMed academic paper
• Avoiding excessive dissection: Excessive dissection can cause hypertrophic scars or webbing deformity, and alternatives such as triangular excision are suggested according to PubMed academic paper
Because the applicable correction method varies depending on the incision method of the previous surgery and the elapsed period (typically 6 months or more), which method is appropriate is determined after directly examining the eye condition.
Sheone Plastic surgery's Approach to Anterior Epicanthoplasty Restoration
In the revision surgery area, analyzing eye condition, the location of existing incision lines, and the condition of flap tissue individually to establish a restoration plan is introduced as a common approach. According to related clinical data, revision surgery is often determined in terms of direction after comprehensively considering the previous surgical method and current skin condition.
Sheone Plastic surgery, which has focused on eye surgery, and particularly on epicanthoplasty restoration without surgery in other areas, makes it a consultation principle to first check the incision line location and flap condition. However, the same technique is not applied to all cases, and it is good to note that the specific restoration direction is determined after diagnosis.
This Suits People Like You
If you fall under the following items, you can consider anterior epicanthoplasty restoration consultation:
• Those for whom the scar from the anterior epicanthoplasty incision line is noticeably prominent and causes concern
• Those whose scars have become deformed into a hook shape or depressed form
• Those for whom 6 months or more have passed since the original surgery and the scar condition has stabilized to some degree
• Those curious about what kind of approach is needed depending on scar type (white scar, hook scar, depressed scar, raised scar)
For reference, Hidoc expert column also mentions that raised scars can only be judged for correction after 6 months or more have passed since surgery.
Not only residents of Apgujeong·Sinsa but also those living in nearby Cheongdam, Nonhyeon, and Yeoksam often make consultation inquiries, and in-person consultations are available. However, please note that the final restoration direction can only be determined through direct examination.
Begin Anterior Epicanthoplasty Restoration from Consultation
If scars are a concern, feel free to receive consultation at Sheone Plastic surgery, which specializes in eye revision surgery and epicanthoplasty restoration. We will look at it together with you.
Revision surgery involving scars is generally approached by first identifying the original surgical method and current incision condition, then planning, as emphasized in related clinical data. It is safer to examine the scar condition and desired eye shape goals together, and then gradually determine the restoration direction in that order. Rather than definitively claiming exaggerated results, it is recommended to find a method suitable for your current condition through sufficient consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Will no scar remain after anterior epicanthoplasty restoration?
Since incision is involved in the surgery, it is difficult to completely eliminate scars. However, depending on the incision line location and suturing method, an approach to make scars less noticeable is known to be possible.
Q2. When can I receive restoration surgery?
Generally, it is recommended to determine whether correction is needed at a point when the scar condition has stabilized to some degree after a minimum of 6 months have passed since the original surgery. The exact timing requires individual diagnosis.
Q3. My scar is prominently white in color; what should I do?
White scars may require a different correction approach than other types such as hook scars, depressed scars, or raised scars. It is good to accurately confirm the scar type and then determine the appropriate method through consultation.
Q4. Is consultation available for residents near Apgujeong·Sinsa?
Yes, in-person consultation is available for residents in nearby areas such as Cheongdam, Nonhyeon, and Yeoksam. However, please note that the specific restoration direction requires direct examination for determination.
This content is provided for informational purposes; specific diagnosis and treatment must be discussed with medical professionals.