1mm Plastic Surgery · Gangnam, Seoul
Canthoplasty is a specialized eye surgery that reshapes, repositions, or strengthens the outer corner of the eye (lateral canthus) to improve eye shape, eye length, eyelid support, and overall facial balance.
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Canthoplasty is a specialized eye surgery that reshapes, repositions, or strengthens the outer corner of the eye (lateral canthus) to improve eye shape, eye length, eyelid support, and overall facial balance. At 1mm Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul, Korea, canthoplasty is customized according to each patient's eye anatomy, canthal tilt, eyelid support, and aesthetic goals. The procedure can create longer, brighter, and more defined eyes while maintaining natural-looking results and preserving eyelid function. Canthoplasty may be performed for both cosmetic enhancement and functional correction of eyelid laxity or malposition.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Eon Rok Do, board-certified plastic surgeon · Updated October 2026
Overview
Canthoplasty is a surgical procedure that modifies the lateral canthus, the outer corner where the upper and lower eyelids meet.
The procedure may be performed to:
Modern canthoplasty focuses on achieving natural eye proportions rather than simply enlarging the eyes.
Candidates
You may be a candidate if you have:
A detailed consultation is necessary to determine the appropriate surgical approach.
Procedure
Lateral canthoplasty focuses on the outer corner of the eye.
Benefits may include:
This is one of the most commonly requested forms of canthoplasty.
Lower canthoplasty lowers and reshapes the lower outer eyelid.
Benefits may include:
Lower canthoplasty is often selected by patients who wish to create a gentler and more approachable appearance.
Functional canthoplasty may be recommended for patients with:
The goal is to improve both function and aesthetics.
Results
Canthoplasty can improve horizontal eye length and definition.
Patients often achieve:
A properly designed canthoplasty may create eyes that appear:
Certain canthoplasty techniques strengthen the outer eyelid structures and improve lower eyelid stability.
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Canthoplasty involves surgical modification and repositioning of the lateral canthus.
Benefits include:
Canthopexy is generally less invasive and focuses on reinforcing existing eyelid support structures without major reconstruction.
It is often used for mild eyelid laxity or as a supportive procedure during lower blepharoplasty.
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Many patients combine canthoplasty with:
Combining procedures may create a more balanced and harmonious eye appearance.
Real result
A canthoplasty result at 1mm Plastic Surgery, Gangnam. Every case is planned around the patient's own anatomy.
Published with patient consent. Individual results vary with anatomy, healing and the technique used.
All before & after photos
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Canthoplasty is frequently incorporated into revision surgery for patients experiencing:
Advanced canthoplasty techniques may restore both function and appearance.
Recovery
Recovery varies depending on the surgical technique and whether additional procedures are performed.
Results
Modern canthoplasty emphasizes:
The goal is enhancement rather than an exaggerated or artificial appearance.
Why 1mm
Patients choose 1mm Plastic Surgery because of:
Questions
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Canthoplasty is a surgical procedure that reshapes or repositions the outer corner of the eye to improve eye shape, support, and aesthetics.
Canthoplasty reconstructs or repositions the canthus, while canthopexy reinforces existing structures with less extensive modification.
Yes. Canthoplasty can increase the horizontal appearance of the eyes and create a more open eye contour.
Yes. One of the primary goals of canthoplasty is improving outer corner position and eyelid support.
Yes. Many patients combine canthoplasty with double eyelid surgery for enhanced overall eye aesthetics.
Results are generally long-lasting because the procedure modifies and stabilizes eyelid support structures.
Yes. Canthoplasty is commonly used in revision surgery to improve eyelid support and eye shape.
Most swelling improves significantly within several weeks, while final refinement continues over several months.
Incisions are typically placed in natural eyelid folds and outer eye creases to minimize visible scarring.
Yes. Many international patients travel to Gangnam, Seoul, Korea for specialized canthoplasty and eye contouring procedures.
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Representative Director of 1mm Plastic Surgery and board-certified plastic surgeon. Every operation at 1mm is performed by the surgeon named in your consultation and surgery record — no ghost or proxy surgery. Full surgeon profiles · English-speaking eyelid surgeon in Seoul
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