Men’s Ptosis Correction Swelling: 1-Week and 1-Month Progress Videos

When men undergo ptosis correction, the most common question they ask is about swelling.

Patients often ask the director how the swelling subsides so quickly. Therefore, I would like to show the progress at 1 week, 1 month, and beyond through photos and videos.

Before surgery

1 week after surgery..

There is some bruising, and the stitch marks from the epicanthoplasty are still visible.

Another male patient, before surgery.

1 week after surgery.. The double eyelid line is slightly visible due to swelling.

1 month after surgery.. The double eyelid has tucked inward and much of the swelling has subsided, though a slight amount remains..

I haven’t seen the progress after that.. Most patients come for follow-ups until about 1 month, but even if I ask them to come back for a 6-month check-up, they often don’t show up.

Sigh.

What can I do if they don’t come? T_T

Before surgery.

1 week after surgery. Due to slight swelling after ‘monolid’ ptosis correction, the impression might feel a bit strong.

2 months after surgery. The swelling is completely gone, and the line has tucked inside, resulting in a monolid look where the double eyelid is not visible.

A patient about 6 months post-surgery.. The white line is a sunscreen mark, but it looks like a wrinkle.

Ultimately, the average photo at one month post-surgery looks like the following.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much swelling is there one week after male ptosis correction surgery?

One week after surgery, the double eyelid line may be slightly visible due to swelling. Bruising or visible stitches from epicanthoplasty may also be present, and due to slight swelling, the impression may appear stronger than usual during this period.

How long does it take for the double eyelids to disappear after ptosis correction, resulting in a monolid?

It usually takes about 1 to 2 months after the surgery. By the 1-month mark, the double eyelid folds inward and much of the swelling subsides, and by the 2-month mark, the swelling is completely gone, resulting in a natural monolid eye shape where the line is not visible on the surface.

Can residual swelling remain even after 1 month post-surgery?

Yes, some residual swelling may still be present at the 1-month mark. Most of the major swelling subsides and the double eyelid line naturally folds inward, but subtle swelling may persist a bit longer depending on individual recovery speed.

How long do hospital follow-ups continue after ptosis correction surgery?

Generally, follow-ups are conducted at the hospital until 1 month after the surgery. The hospital recommends a check-up at 6 months as well, but many patients do not visit at the 6-month mark because the swelling has usually subsided and the eyes have become natural.