I know the lateral canthus can be raised to give a more exotic look (canthoplasty), but in relation to my face, my lateral canthus is already high enough, and the only way to acheive a more exotic eye whilst keeping my face in balance would be to lower the medial canthus. (My eyes are already too high for my face, so this is my only option). However, I don't know if this is possible?
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WHY would a young person need EITHER one?
These operations are usually used to tighten the corner of the eye either when there is lid laxity OR when a downward lower lid pull is anticipated with lid laxity. I cannot find a reason why this operation would be done in a young person and certainly...
Normal recovery following canthoplasty is about 2 weeks for swelling and brusing to resolve.
However, the eyelid shape can take 6-8 weeks to return to normal.
The sutures used to tighten the lower eyelid neeed to hold the tissues in the proper place for long enough for healing to occur.
This...
The ASPS website is a good resource to find qualified surgeons. Dr. Deirdre Rhoad and Dr. Patrick Beckham are possibilities. Consult with 2 - 3 surgeons in your area to find one that best meets your needs.
