In recent years, eyelid surgery has become much more detailed and focuses on balancing the patient’s face as a whole. This comprehensive approach can deliver improvements like eye enlargement while also enhancing an alert, dynamic expression. Dr. Kim’s approach to eyelid surgery draws patients across the country (and world) for transformative results that last.
Also referred to as blepharoplasty, eyelid surgery is a type of plastic surgery focused on improving the appearance of the eyes. While nothing is done to the eye itself in this procedure, it is ideal for crafting the appearance of wider, more youthful eyes. Signs of aging or genetics can both contribute to eyelids that create an appearance at odds with your ideal self. Through precise adjustments to the eyelids, blepharoplasty can provide benefits such as:
People may wonder why there is so much interest surrounding eyelid surgery. In short, patients choose eyelid surgery because bigger, brighter, more alert eyes are among the features attributable to the criteria of universal beauty. The eyes are a prominent feature that can be distinguished from the rest of the face and body because of its dynamic properties. Additionally, the eyes play a pivotal role in expressing personality, emotions, and the inner workings of a human being.
As such, eyes are unique to each individual and should not be copied from patient to patient. They should be customized and tailored to the patient’s unique facial features and optimized for facial harmony and balance. The eyelid surgeon should be fully aware of this and offer surgical sensibility and aesthetic expertise in determining the best possible shape and size for each patient.
Natural results are born of adaptive techniques and in-depth understanding of facial structure.
Certain facial dimensions can bring harmony and balance to the overall appearance of the face, especially regarding the eyes. The ideal beauty dimension for the eyes is achieved when the distance between the eyes is equal to the width of an eye. Some patients may have excess eyelid skin, muscle, or fibrous banding, which also affects eye shape and position. These excess tissues decrease the horizontal dimension of the eye nasally while increasing the distance between the eyes. Careful adjustment or removal of tissues can create a more balanced appearance to the eye position.
Horizontal eye enlargement is a commonly performed procedure in South Korea and is often performed simultaneously with double eyelid surgery. It involves medial or lateral enlargement (or both) of the eyes, and it is performed using two techniques: epicanthoplasty and lateral canthoplasty.
In order to create aesthetically beautiful eyes, the eyes have to be an appropriate size in relation to their shape. In some cases, this cannot be accomplished solely by removing the excessive skin hooding of the eyelids or creating a double eyelid crease. It is a common misconception that larger eyes are achieved simply by removing skin. Creating a wider appearance for the eye involves adjusting several elements at once to work together.
In terms of its vertical dimensions, the degree of the color aspect of the eye (iris) shown varies for women and men. Ideally, for women, 90% of the iris should be shown. For men, 80% should be shown. If the amount of the iris displayed is less than the aforementioned dimensions, one may seem to exhibit a tired or harsh appearance. For example, when less than 70-80% of the iris is visible, it gives one a tired appearance. But if less than 60-70% is visible, it gives one a harsh appearance. This condition is called eyelid ptosis. Correcting this condition with eyelid surgery can lead to notable vertical eye enlargement and a more expressive appearance.
Immediately stop taking the following medications 2 weeks prior to your surgery date:
Please inform the office of any prescribed medications. The prescribing doctor’s approval is required before discontinuing the medication. Please take your prescribed medications as usual (excluding blood thinning medications) on the day of your surgery. If you take blood pressure medications on a daily basis, bring extra on the day of your surgery to present to the nurse.
Please remove any metallic jewelry (earrings, necklaces, etc.) before the surgery. They may interfere with the surgical equipment. On the day of your surgery, please wear a comfortable, loose buttoned-down or zipped shirt along with loose pants or a long skirt. You want to be as comfortable as possible during the surgery.
You must arrange a legal guardian or caregiver who will provide you transportation after the surgery. You will not be allowed to drive after the surgery.
Every one of Dr. Kim’s procedures is performed using an awake approach. This technique ensures you will feel no pain whatsoever, but you will remain awake during the procedure. This has a range of benefits, all directed toward the patient, such as:
Please read the following instructions carefully and thoroughly so that you (the patient) and your caretaker are familiar with post-operative care for blepharoplasty. It is your responsibility to be well-informed about the post-operative care instructions. Carefully following these instructions should help you promote the best results from your surgery.
Dr. Kenneth Kim is a pioneer in several key nonsurgical approaches to enhancing eyelid appearance. One method is the suture technique, which involves medical thread rather than incisions. This method can benefit patients seeking vertical eye enlargement due to droopy eyelids. Some advantages include:
Dr. Kim’s approach to surgery is grounded in science, innovation, and patient safety. He holds a Master of Science in Healthcare Quality and Safety from Harvard Medical School, giving him a formal foundation in clinical quality improvement, risk reduction, and patient safety.
Dr. Kim pursues a higher standard of plastic surgery—one that prioritizes safety, surgical precision, and natural, long-lasting results. His awake plastic surgery maintains your natural physiology, protects cognitive function, and minimizes the risks of general anesthesia and IV sedation. Guided by this philosophy, he continually advances surgical safety and technical innovation, redefining modern surgical care.
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