Natural-Adhesion Double Eyelid (Natural-Adhesion Double Eyelid)
An adhesion double eyelid that encourages natural adhesion through a minimal incision — holding better than the buried method and recovering faster than full incision. We also explain how it differs from partial incision.
Natural-Adhesion Double Eyelid, In short?
The natural adhesion method (partial incision) makes minimal small openings in the lid and encourages natural adhesion between the skin and the tarsal plate and muscle to form the crease. It sits between the other two: the line holds better than with buried suture, while the incision is smaller than with the incisional method, so recovery is comparatively quick. Where there is a little fat, a small amount can be refined at the same time. Depending on lid thickness, fat volume and the line you want, it is worth comparing with buried suture and incision before choosing.
Source: SM Plastic Surgery Lee Mooyoung Director (board-certified plastic surgeon, clinical experience 24 years)
Key Facts
| Procedure time | Approx. 30-40 minutes |
|---|---|
| Anesthesia Method | Local / sedation |
| Return to daily life | After 5–7 days |
| Suture Removal | After 5–7 days |
| Follow-up visits | 1–2 times |
Procedure Information
Treatment Area: Eyes
Procedure Type: Surgical procedure
Attending Physician: Director Lee Mooyoung
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of surgery is Natural Adhesion Double Eyelid?
Bringing what you know of the earlier surgery — the date, the materials used, the clinic — helps assessment and planning. Even without records, examination and tests can establish the state of things, so please consult first.
How do the natural adhesion and buried-suture methods differ?
The buried-suture method fixes with thread alone; the natural adhesion method encourages adhesion through small openings, so the line tends to hold better. And because the incision is small, recovery tends to be quicker than with the incisional method.
Are partial incision and Natural Adhesion the same surgery?
Partial incision means opening only a small part of the lid; the method that uses this to encourage natural adhesion is called the natural adhesion method. They can be understood as the same family of surgery.
How long is recovery from the natural adhesion crease?
With a small incision, swelling and recovery tend to run quicker than with the incisional method, though the swelling and how the line settles vary from person to person. Settling into a natural line can take time.
Can the natural adhesion method be used on eyes with fat?
Where there is a little fat, a small amount can be refined through partial incision at the same time. Where fat is plentiful or skin laxity clear, the incisional method may suit better, decided after assessment.
Consultation guide
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