2026-06-04
Anti-Aging Eye Surgery: Differences Between Upper Blepharoplasty and Forehead Lift? Advice from Dr. Han Kyu-nam of 345 Plastic Surgery
We summarize the core of anti-aging eye surgery, which improves sagging eyelids and wrinkles caused by aging. Let's take a closer look at the differences between upper blepharoplasty, subbrow lift, and endoscopic forehead lift, as well as the importance of personalized diagnosis, through the professional insights of Chief Director Dr. Han Kyu-nam of 345 Plastic Surgery.
Hello. This is 345 Plastic Surgery. Aging is a natural phenomenon that comes to everyone, but its first signs often appear around the eyes. When the eye area sags and wrinkles form, it can make you look not only older but also give off a dark or tired impression.
The anti-aging eye surgery pursued by 345 Plastic Surgery goes beyond a simple rejuvenation procedure; it is a 'process of restoring a healthy and bright impression' for each individual. In this post, we will take an in-depth look at Chief Director Dr. Han Kyu-nam's philosophy and the correct standards for anti-aging surgery, as introduced in his plastic surgery column for the Rural Women's Newspaper.
Candidates for Anti-Aging Eye Surgery and Expected Effects
Aging around the eyes manifests in various forms. In addition to simple skin sagging, it can be accompanied by bulging fat or a heavy feeling in the eyelids. If you have the following concerns, you may want to consider anti-aging eye surgery.
- If your vision is obstructed due to sagging eyelids
- If deep wrinkles around the eyes make your impression look gloomy
- If bulging under-eye fat makes you look tired
- If you want to improve a sleepy or lethargic impression
The Root Cause of Sagging Eyelids: The Role of Endoscopic Forehead Lift
Many people think that if their eyelids sag, they simply need to excise the eyelid skin. However, the cause of sagging is often not just the eyelids themselves, but also the descent of the forehead muscles and eyebrows.
In such cases, an endoscopic forehead lift can be an effective alternative. By precisely pulling up the forehead and eyebrows using an endoscope, the tissues around the eyes are naturally repositioned. You can expect a refreshing improvement in heavy-looking eyes and a significantly brighter overall expression.
Upper Blepharoplasty vs. Subbrow Lift: Which Method is Right for You?
The two most frequently compared methods in middle-aged eye surgery are upper blepharoplasty and subbrow lift. Each surgery should be selected based on the patient's anatomical condition.
- Upper Blepharoplasty: Directly excises sagging skin and creates or corrects the double eyelid crease to achieve clear, defined eyes.
- Subbrow Lift: A method of pulling up sagging skin along the lower boundary of the eyebrow. It is suitable when you want natural improvement of sagging while maintaining your existing double eyelid crease.
Comprehensively considering the distance between the eyes and eyebrows, skin thickness, and the direction of wrinkles to choose the optimal method for you is the key to increasing post-operative satisfaction.
The Medical Philosophy of Dr. Han Kyu-nam at 345 Plastic Surgery
345 Plastic Surgery prioritizes trust with our patients. In fact, over 47% of all our surgical patients visit us through referrals from acquaintances, which proves the high level of trust in our meticulous consultations and reasonable surgical plans.
Chief Director Dr. Han Kyu-nam emphasizes that "surgery begins with listening to the patient's story." We proceed with a 1:1 customized design that considers the harmony and proportions of the entire face, and we meticulously manage the post-operative recovery process, doing our best to ensure that natural and healthy results are maintained as time goes by.
If you are worried about sagging eyes, we recommend deciding on the most suitable improvement method for you through a thorough consultation with a specialist.
