2026-06-07
Double Eyelid Removal Surgery: Methods, Monolid Ptosis Correction, and Side Effects
Learn about double eyelid removal surgery, the difference between hiding and removing folds, and the risks of monolid ptosis correction.
Double Eyelid Removal Surgery: Methods, Monolid Ptosis Correction, and Side Effects
Today’s topic is about surgery to remove double eyelids.
But first, I want to ask a question.. Why do you want to remove your double eyelids??
If you are trying to remove them to look like the person below:
The person above did not actually ‘remove’ the double eyelid..
They made the double eyelid ‘hidden’.
I believe double eyelid removal surgery should primarily be performed when there is a lack of skin causing the eyelashes to evert (ectropion) or when the shape is aesthetically poor.
If you artificially undo a double eyelid just because it exists, as in the photo above, the remaining skin will sag and cover the eye, requiring the skin to be artificially cut away.
This leads to an undesirable shape.
The patient above came to us after experiencing problems following a double eyelid removal surgery at another clinic.
Not only are the eyelashes inverted (entropion), causing them to poke the eye, but because a large amount of thin skin was removed, the result looks awkward and the eye line is not smooth.
The eye consists of areas with different skin thicknesses as shown above. If too much skin from ‘Zone I’ is removed during monolid ptosis correction, it can lead to irreversible consequences.
https://youtu.be/VZIZIXzPsWc
As demonstrated, pushing the double eyelid fold downward to hide it results in a much better shape.
Many female patients also choose this method.
Frequently Asked Questions
In what cases is double eyelid removal surgery necessary?
Double eyelid removal surgery is primarily recommended when there is insufficient skin leading to ectropion (eyelashes turning outwards), or when the double eyelid shape is undesirable. Artificially removing double eyelids simply because they exist can lead to side effects.
What side effects can occur if double eyelids are artificially removed?
If double eyelids are artificially removed, the remaining skin may need to be cut, leading to an undesirable shape, or entropion (eyelashes turning inwards) which can cause irritation. Additionally, if too much thin skin is removed, the eye line may appear awkward and not smooth.
Are there other ways to naturally remove double eyelids?
Yes, a method of pushing the double eyelid down to hide it can create a more natural look. This method is widely applied not only to men but also to women.
What should be noted during monolid blepharoplasty?
When performing monolid blepharoplasty, extreme caution is required because excessively removing skin from a specific area of the eyelid (zone I) can lead to irreversible results. It is crucial to understand that the skin is composed of areas with different thicknesses and to approach the procedure carefully.
Can eyelash irritation occur after double eyelid removal surgery?
Yes, the text mentions cases where eyelash irritation occurred due to entropion (eyelashes turning inwards) after double eyelid removal surgery performed at other clinics. This is one of the side effects of artificial double eyelid removal.