Lateral Canthoplasty · Outer Eye Corner

Lateral canthoplasty in Busan, Korea — a naturally elongated eye shape.

Lateral canthoplasty is an eye-enhancing procedure designed to lengthen the appearance of the eyes, soften an upturned outer corner, and create a wider, brighter eye shape while preserving natural facial harmony.

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Lateral Canthoplasty

Customized eye design Stable fixation techniques Long-term support focus Advanced patient safety system Comprehensive postoperative care

Proof, not adjectives

Real patients, real results.

Unretouched clinic results, shown with patient consent.

Incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + epicanthal reconstruction + lateral canthoplasty + epicanthoplasty

Incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + epicanthoplasty

Male eye surgery + incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + medial epicanthoplasty

Incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + medial epicanthoplasty

Individual results vary. Photos are actual clinic outcomes, not a guarantee of a specific result.

Lateral Canthoplasty at a Glance

Longer eyes, not exaggerated ones.

Procedure

Lateral Canthoplasty

Area

Outer Eye Corner

Goal

Naturally Elongated Shape

Key Step

Release & Reposition

Fixation

Stable Techniques

Combination

With Lower Canthoplasty

What Is Lateral Canthoplasty?

Releasing and repositioning the outer corner — so it stays put.

The technique aims to reduce the likelihood of the outer corner returning to its original position by carefully releasing and repositioning the lateral canthal tissues. The goal is a naturally elongated eye shape rather than an exaggerated appearance, achieved through personalized eye design, stable fixation, and a focus on maintaining long-term support.

Results

Longer-looking eyes, angle by angle.

Lateral canthoplasty before and after front view — Newline Clinic Busan — Front view · Case 01

Outer eye corner close view after lateral canthoplasty — Newline Clinic Busan — Outer corner · Case 01

Softened upturned outer corner result — Newline Clinic Busan — Upturned corner · Case 02

Eye lengthening result after canthoplasty — Newline Clinic Busan — Eye length · Case 02

Lateral with lower canthoplasty combined result — Newline Clinic Busan — Combined · Case 03

Natural facial balance after lateral canthoplasty — Newline Clinic Busan — Facial balance · Case 03

Individual results vary. Photos are standardized examples shown with patient consent and are not a guarantee of outcome.

Procedure Overview

The approach, step by step.

Analyze Eye Shape

Eye shape and facial proportions are analyzed before any design is made.

Step Analysis

Design the Corner Position

The desired outer corner position is designed for your proportions.

Step Design

Release the Tissues

The lateral canthal tissues are released through a small incision.

Step Release

Reposition & Secure

The outer corner is repositioned and secured with stable fixation.

Step Fixation

Close with Care

The incision is closed with attention to natural contour and symmetry.

Step Closure

Treatment Features

What keeps the result natural and stable.

	What it means in practice
Personalized eye design	The outer corner position is designed for your eye shape and proportions
Stable fixation techniques	Fixation is intended to reduce the likelihood of the corner returning to its original position
Natural outer corner contour	The aim is elongation that still looks like your eye, not an exaggerated shape
Individualized planning	Whether combination procedures apply depends on anatomy
Long-term support	Maintaining support over time is a core focus of the technique

The technique aims to reduce the likelihood of the corner returning to its original position, but no canthoplasty can guarantee against recurrence. Individual outcomes vary with anatomy and healing.

Benefits

What the procedure aims to improve.

Longer-Looking Eyes

Eye length is extended through outer corner repositioning.

More Open Appearance

A wider, brighter eye shape and a more refreshed look.

Natural Facial Balance

Elongation is planned to preserve natural facial harmony.

Personalized Design

The corner position is designed individually, not to a template.

Structured Postoperative Care

A comprehensive postoperative care program supports healing.

Who May Benefit?

Candidates are evaluated individually.

You may be suitable if you

Have short or narrow-looking eyes
Have an upturned outer eye corner
Want longer, softer eye contours
Seek a more open, refreshed appearance
Wish to combine canthoplasty with other eye procedures

A consultation determines your plan

The technique aims to reduce, not eliminate, the chance of recurrence
A small incision is used, so a scar is expected
Combination with lower canthoplasty depends on anatomy
Facial harmony limits how far the corner should be extended

A consultation and examination are required to determine whether lateral canthoplasty — alone or combined — is appropriate for you.

Recovery and Aftercare

Recovery depends on the extent of surgery.

Temporary Swelling

Swelling is common during the early postoperative period.

Bruising

Bruising is expected and improves as healing progresses.

Mild Discomfort

Mild discomfort is common in the early recovery period.

Individualized Aftercare

Patients receive individualized aftercare instructions.

Recovery varies according to the extent of surgery and individual healing. Your surgeon provides a personalized timeline.

Eye surgery specialist at Newline Clinic Busan

About Your Surgeon

Dr. Son Hee-dong,
plastic surgeon.

The outer corner is easy to move and hard to keep.

Release, reposition, and fixation all matter — because a corner that drifts back is not a result, it is a delay.

Board-certified plastic surgeon · MD, PhD
Doctorate in Medicine, Dong-A University Graduate School
Clinical Professor, Dept. of Plastic Surgery, Dong-A University Hospital
Full member — Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Korean Rhinoplasty Society
Experience in canthoplasty and eye contouring surgery
Consultation in Korean, English, Japanese and Chinese

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Registrations & Memberships

Licensed, registered, and accountable.

Clinic registration

Newline Plastic Surgery

Opened 16 September 2005 · Chief Director Son Hee-dong

Medical institution licence No. 715

Business registration 201-19-76600

Reception at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Foreign patient care

Registered foreign patient attraction institution, Ministry of Health and Welfare.

Registration No. M-2024-02-08-0032

International patient consultation at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Society memberships

Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
Korean Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Korean Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
Korean Association of Plastic Surgeons in Private Practice
Korean Society of Facial Bone Contouring Surgery
Korean Society for Breast Surgery (board member)

Director's office at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Volume of work

Approximately 1,200–1,500 surgeries a year.

Approximately 5,000 non-surgical procedures a year.

Operating theatre at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Recognised beyond the clinic

Media and pageant trust.

Public figures are judged on their appearance for a living. Where they choose to have surgery is a signal worth knowing about.

Media personalities who chose Newline Plastic Surgery in Seomyeon, Busan — **Why stars choose Newline**Entertainers, broadcasters and influencers treated at our Seomyeon clinic.

2022 Miss Korea Gyeongnam winner and Busan first runner-up, supported by Newline Plastic Surgery — **2022 Miss Korea, Gyeongnam & Busan**Official partner of Honggang Academy — supporting regional titleholders.

Featured individuals appear with consent. Their results reflect their own anatomy and surgical plan, and are not a guarantee of any specific outcome.

Frequently Asked

Lateral Canthoplasty in Busan
— your questions, answered.

Am I a good candidate for lateral canthoplasty?

Candidates may include patients with short or narrow-looking eyes, an upturned outer eye corner, a wish for longer softer eye contours, a desire for a more open refreshed appearance, or an interest in combining canthoplasty with other eye procedures.

Can the procedure be combined with double eyelid surgery?

Combination procedures are considered based on anatomy. The clinic also describes combinations such as lateral with lower canthoplasty or lateral canthoplasty with lower eyelid extension, planned as customized eye-enlargement procedures.

Will the outer corner return to its original position?

The technique is intended to reduce the likelihood of the corner returning by carefully releasing and repositioning the lateral canthal tissues with stable fixation. No procedure can guarantee against recurrence, and outcomes vary.

How long is recovery?

Recovery varies according to the extent of surgery and individual healing. Temporary swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are common during the early postoperative period, and individualized aftercare instructions are provided.

Will scars be visible?

The lateral canthal tissues are released through a small incision, which is closed with attention to natural contour and symmetry. A scar is expected; its appearance depends on your healing and should be discussed during consultation.

Will my eyes look exaggerated?

The stated goal is a naturally elongated eye shape rather than an exaggerated appearance, with the design planned to preserve natural facial harmony.

What combinations are available?

The clinic describes lateral canthoplasty with lower canthoplasty, lateral canthoplasty with lower eyelid extension, and customized eye-enlargement procedures based on anatomy.

How is the outer corner position decided?

The procedure begins by analyzing eye shape and facial proportions, then designing the desired outer corner position before any release is performed.

What holds the new position in place?

After release, the outer corner is repositioned and secured using stable fixation techniques, with a focus on maintaining long-term support.

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Considering Canthoplasty in Busan?

Start with an
eye shape analysis.

The procedure begins by analyzing your eye shape and facial proportions, then designing the outer corner position that lengthens your eyes naturally — and planning the fixation that keeps it there.

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Visiting Newline

Everything you need before you come.

Opening hours

Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00
Saturday 10:00–17:00
Lunch break 13:00–14:00
Closed Sundays & public holidays

By appointment. Same-day visits are possible, but waiting times vary.

Contact

Replies Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00, Sat 10:00–17:00 (KST).

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Find Newline in Busan.

Newline Clinic
40 Bujeon-ro 66beon-gil, Floors 2–5
Busanjin-gu, Busan 47287
Republic of Korea

+82 51 806 0100 · WhatsApp

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Individual results and recovery experiences vary. This page is provided for general educational purposes and does not constitute a diagnosis, treatment recommendation, or guarantee of surgical results. No canthoplasty technique can guarantee against the outer corner returning toward its original position. All surgical procedures involve potential risks, including bleeding, infection, asymmetry, scarring, altered eye shape, dry eye or irritation, recurrence, dissatisfaction with the outcome, and the possible need for revision surgery. The appropriate procedure and expected outcome can only be determined following an in-person examination and consultation with a qualified medical professional. Newline Clinic is licensed under the Korean Medical Service Act.

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