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The best of buried and incision methods Partial Incision Double Eyelid
A small incision removes fat while limiting scarring and downtime.
Duration
40 min – 1 hour
Anesthesia
Sedation + local
Hospitalization
Same-day discharge
Stitch Removal
4–5 days
Recovery
Daily life in about 5–7 days
ANSWER Partial Incision
The partial incision method opens only a small section of the crease line to remove excess fat and fix the fold. Even those whose eyelid fat makes buried sutures unreliable can expect a defined line without a full incision — a middle path between the buried and incision methods.
When Partial Incision is needed
If any of the following apply to you, we recommend a specialist consultation.
Puffy eyelids
Fat makes it hard for a buried-suture line to hold
Full incision feels daunting
A long incision scar and recovery period worry you
A buried line came loose before
You want a longer-lasting method after a failed buried suture
Thick eyelids
Thick lids keep a defined line from forming
CUSTOM DESIGN
Design that keeps the incision minimal
The essence of partial incision is choosing the smallest incision position and length that still allows the needed work. ANSWER plans the incision segment around fat distribution and line design, shaping an individual line with eye shape and symmetry in mind.
- 1Incision position and length designed around fat distribution
- 2Line height and shape planned for left–right symmetry
- 3Switch to full incision advised when skin sagging coexists
ANSWER POINT
Balancing fat removal and solid fixation
Through the small opening, the fat that thickens the lid is removed appropriately, and the line is fixed directly to tissue at the incision. The hold improves on buried sutures while the scar hides inside the crease, invisible when the eyes are open.
- 1Precise fat removal through the small opening
- 2Direct tissue fixation reinforces the hold
- 3Incision designed so the scar hides in the line
ANSWER Partial Incision: How It's Done
Consultation & Eye Analysis
Fat volume and skin condition are checked for partial-incision suitability.
Line & Incision Design
Line height is designed along with the minimal incision segment.
Fat Removal & Line Fixation
Fat is removed through the opening and the line fixed to tissue.
Suturing & Recovery Care
After delicate suturing, stitch removal and swelling are managed.
Frequently Asked Questions
QWill the partial incision scar show?
The incision sits within the crease, hidden by the fold when the eyes are open, and once healed it tends not to show even when closed. Scarring varies individually, so we guide you on care.
QDoes it last longer than buried sutures?
Because fat is removed and the line fixed directly to tissue, a stronger hold than buried sutures can be expected. With significant skin sagging, however, the full incision method may fit better.
QIs the swelling similar to the full incision method?
With a smaller incision, swelling and downtime are shorter than full incision. Most return to daily life in around 5–7 days, and fine swelling settles naturally over weeks.
Ask ANSWER about Partial Incision
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