Canthoplasty is a procedure in which a new tendon is created at the outer corner of the eyes when there is a functional change in the lower eyelids, especially in patients who have difficulty closing their eyes, as in ectropion and scleral show, for example.
It can even happen with patients who have already had surgery and had too much skin removed, and who need canthoplasty in order to undergo lower eyelid suspension.
This technique is used when there are changes in the position of the eyelids, unlike canthopexy, which is performed on normal eyelids simply to raise their outer corner; in other words, it lifts the outer corner of the eyes, making them more almond-shaped, with a more natural, feminine and even more alluring look.
Both procedures aim to give the lower eyelid more firmness and support and to create a more harmonious, well-defined look, without a droopy, saddened appearance.
Can canthopexy be combined with other surgeries?
Yes, absolutely! Especially when combined with surgery for droopy eyelids; that way, you will have removed the excess skin, the fat bags and the fine wrinkles around the eyes. Combining the two procedures provides a more almond-shaped, youthful and feminine look.
Everyone knows very well what they need to achieve the result they want. When opting for blepharoplasty with canthopexy, don't expect the same effect you saw on a certain celebrity or on your friend.
That's because there is always a limit the doctor must respect. For this reason, the assessment and marking process must be carried out with great care and caution so that your natural features remain in evidence. This way, the result will be more natural and harmonious.
How is canthopexy performed?
The first step is to look for an experienced, skilled surgeon who is a member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP).
At the initial consultation, the doctor will analyze your face and understand everything you hope to achieve with surgery. In the case of canthoplasty and canthopexy, he will check whether there is laxity in the lateral canthal tendon. If there is, in addition to operating on the droopy eyelid and removing the fat bag, the doctor will also adjust the outer corner of the eye.
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This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace a consultation. Whether any procedure is indicated depends on an in-person assessment, case by case. CRM SP 90.116 | RQE 11.350.
