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Defined yet gentle eyes with ANSWER Lower Canthoplasty
The lower lid line is lowered to increase vertical height and soften the gaze.
Duration
About 30 min – 1 hour
Anesthesia
Sedation + local
Hospitalization
Same-day discharge
Stitch Removal
5–7 days
Recovery
Daily life in about 5–7 days
ANSWER Lower Canthoplasty
Lower canthoplasty brings the outer portion of the lower lid line downward, increasing the vertical height of the eye. It can soften the sharp look of upslanted corners and make the eyes appear larger; combined with lateral canthoplasty, it extends the eyes both horizontally and vertically.
When Lower Canthoplasty is needed
If any of the following apply to you, we recommend a specialist consultation.
Upslanted outer corners
A raised lower line gives you a sharp look
Narrow vertical eye height
Thin, small-looking eyes lack definition
Supplementing lateral canthoplasty
Lateral canthoplasty alone did not change enough
Wanting a gentle look
You want softer, kinder-looking eyes
CUSTOM DESIGN
Lowering calculated against scleral show
Lowering too far exposes the lower sclera, making the gaze piercing or the eyes dry. ANSWER calculates the right amount from the lower lid's tone and the iris position, designing a natural curve centered on the outer third to half of the lid.
- 1Lowering designed on the iris-to-lid distance
- 2A natural curve centered on the outer segment
- 3Lid tone evaluated to prevent retraction
ANSWER POINT
Fixation and preservation against rebound
The common concern is the lowered line creeping back up. ANSWER adjusts the structures pulling the lower lid, fixes the new position firmly, and preserves the tissue involved in blinking, aiming for a correction that lasts without functional problems.
- 1Lower-lid support structure adjusted and re-fixed
- 2Blinking-function tissue preserved
- 3Canthal angle designed jointly when combined with lateral canthoplasty
ANSWER Lower Canthoplasty: How It's Done
Consultation & Eye Analysis
The lower line position and tone are checked and your target look discussed.
Lowering Design
The appropriate lowering and curve are designed without scleral show.
Line Lowering & Fixation
The lower lid structure is adjusted, the line lowered, and the new position fixed.
Recovery Care
Line retention and any dryness are checked as recovery progresses.
Frequently Asked Questions
QWill lower canthoplasty make my eyes dry?
Excessive lowering can affect the eye's protective function, so our principle is to preserve the blinking tissue and correct within an appropriate range. Early temporary dryness is managed with artificial tears and guidance.
QWill it revert over time?
Tissue recoil can cause partial rebound, so we design with that in mind and fix firmly to maintain the change. Results vary with individual lid tone, so regular checks are recommended.
QIs it better combined with lateral canthoplasty?
If you want both horizontal length and vertical height, combining them can bring balanced change. Whether to do one or both is advised after examining your eyes.
Ask ANSWER about Lower Canthoplasty
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