Male Eye Surgery · Natural Masculine Design

Male eye surgery in Busan, Korea — brighter eyes, still your face.

Male eye surgery is designed to create a refreshed, defined, and naturally masculine appearance while preserving each patient's individual facial characteristics. The goal is not to create an overly prominent double eyelid, but to enhance the eyes with subtle, balanced changes.

Male Eye Surgery at Newline Plastic Surgery, Seomyeon, Busan
Male Eye Surgery
Natural eye design for men Customized double eyelid planning Ptosis evaluation included Experienced plastic surgeons Structured swelling management
Proof, not adjectives

Real patients, real results.

Unretouched clinic results, shown with patient consent.

Male eye surgery + incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + medial epicanthoplasty before and after result at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

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

Male eye surgery + incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + medial epicanthoplasty before and after result at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

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

Male eye surgery + incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + medial epicanthoplasty before and after result at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

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

Incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + epicanthoplasty before and after result at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + epicanthoplasty

Incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + epicanthoplasty before and after result at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + epicanthoplasty

Incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + medial epicanthoplasty before and after result at Newline Plastic Surgery, Busan

Incisional double eyelid + ptosis correction + medial epicanthoplasty

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

Male Eye Surgery at a Glance

A thin, subtle crease — not a prominent one.

Techniques
Ptosis · Non-Incisional · Incisional
Crease Design
Thin & Subtle
Priority
Masculine Appearance
Assessment
Ptosis Evaluation
Improves
Pupil Exposure
Planning
Male Facial Anatomy
Why Male Eye Surgery Is Different

Enhancement, not an overly prominent crease.

The approach emphasizes natural-looking eye correction, a thin subtle double eyelid design, avoidance of an overly feminine appearance, and customized planning based on male facial anatomy. That is why the same three techniques used in general eyelid surgery — ptosis correction, non-incisional, and incisional — are designed to a different standard when planned for men.

Results

Subtle definition, angle by angle.

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

Surgical Techniques

Three options, selected by anatomy.

What it doesWhen it is recommended
Ptosis correctionStrengthens eyelid function to improve eye opening and visual appearanceWeakened eyelid-opening muscles or reduced pupil exposure
Non-incisional double eyelidSmall sutures create a natural-looking crease with minimal scarring and relatively short recoverySelected patients with thinner eyelid skin and minimal excess tissue
Incisional double eyelidThe incision allows removal or repositioning of tissue while creating a defined creaseWhen excess skin, fat, or thicker eyelids require permanent structural correction

The appropriate method depends on eyelid thickness, skin redundancy, fat volume, and desired longevity — determined during consultation rather than by preference alone.

Treatment Planning

What every procedure begins with.

Facial Analysis

The eyes are assessed in relation to your overall facial proportions.

Eyelid Anatomy Assessment

Eyelid thickness, skin redundancy, and fat volume are evaluated.

Ptosis Evaluation

Eyelid-opening muscle function and pupil exposure are assessed.

Discussion of Goals

Your aesthetic goals are discussed against what your anatomy allows.

Personalized Planning

The plan is customized to male facial anatomy rather than a standard design.

Expected Benefits

What the procedure aims to improve.

Brighter, More Alert Eyes

A refreshed appearance without an obviously operated look.

Improved Pupil Exposure

Where ptosis contributes, eye opening is addressed directly.

Natural Masculine Appearance

An overly feminine appearance is specifically avoided.

Customized Eyelid Crease

The crease is designed thin and subtle for your anatomy.

Harmonious Facial Balance

The eyes are planned in relation to your whole face.

Who May Benefit?

Candidates are evaluated individually.

You may be suitable if you

  • Have drooping upper eyelids
  • Have small or tired-looking eyes
  • Want a subtle double eyelid crease
  • Desire brighter, more defined eyes
  • Prefer a natural-looking masculine appearance

A consultation determines your plan

  • Small-looking eyes may reflect ptosis rather than crease absence
  • Technique depends on eyelid thickness, skin, fat, and desired longevity
  • Incisional techniques leave a scar along the crease
  • Recovery varies according to the technique used

A consultation and examination — including ptosis evaluation — are required to determine which technique suits your anatomy.

From Consultation to Follow-Up

Your eye surgery journey at Newline.

01

Facial Analysis

Your facial proportions and male facial anatomy are assessed first.

Step Analysis
02

Eyelid Assessment

Eyelid thickness, skin redundancy, and fat volume are evaluated.

Step Assessment
03

Ptosis Evaluation

Eyelid-opening muscle function and pupil exposure are checked before technique selection.

Step Evaluation
04

Crease Design

A thin, subtle crease is designed for a natural masculine appearance.

Step Design
05

Surgery

Ptosis correction, non-incisional, or incisional technique — alone or combined when medically appropriate.

Step The procedure
06

Swelling Management

Structured postoperative swelling management and follow-up.

Step Ongoing care
Recovery and Aftercare

Recovery varies by technique.

Temporary Swelling

Swelling is common during early healing, with structured swelling management provided.

Bruising

Bruising is common and improves as healing progresses.

Mild Discomfort

Mild discomfort is common during the early recovery period.

Individual Timelines

Individual healing timelines differ between patients.

Recovery varies according to surgical technique, and individual healing timelines differ. Your surgeon provides a personalized schedule.

Eye surgery specialist at Newline Clinic Busan
About Your Surgeon

Dr. Son Hee-dong,
plastic surgeon.

Most men who come to me do not want a double eyelid.

They want to stop looking tired. Those are different requests — and often the answer is the muscle, not the crease.

  • 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 male eyelid surgery and ptosis correction
  • 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 NewlineEntertainers, 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 & BusanOfficial 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

Male Eye Surgery in Busan
— your questions, answered.

What is male eye surgery?
Male eye surgery refers to eyelid procedures specifically planned to preserve masculine facial characteristics while improving eyelid function and appearance.
Will the double eyelid look natural?
The surgical plan is individualized to create a subtle crease appropriate for each patient's anatomy and goals, with a thin, subtle design intended to avoid an overly feminine appearance.
What is the difference between non-incisional and incisional techniques?
The appropriate method depends on eyelid thickness, skin redundancy, fat volume, and desired longevity. Non-incisional suits selected patients with thinner skin and minimal excess tissue; incisional is recommended when excess skin, fat, or thicker eyelids require permanent structural correction.
Can ptosis correction be combined with double eyelid surgery?
Yes. When medically appropriate, ptosis correction may be combined with double eyelid surgery.
How long does swelling last?
Recovery varies according to surgical technique, and individual healing timelines differ. Temporary swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are common during early healing, with structured postoperative swelling management provided.
Will scars be visible?
Non-incisional techniques use small sutures with minimal scarring. Incisional techniques involve an incision along the crease and therefore a scar, which your surgeon should explain before surgery.
When can I return to work?
This depends on the technique used and your individual healing. Follow the specific postoperative instructions provided by your surgeon rather than a general timeline.
Is the result permanent?
Incisional techniques are described as providing permanent structural correction where indicated, while non-incisional creases may be affected by anatomy and healing. Ageing continues and individual results vary.
Why do my eyes look small even with a crease?
Reduced pupil exposure may come from weakened eyelid-opening muscles rather than the crease. This is why ptosis evaluation is part of every treatment plan.
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Considering Male Eye Surgery in Busan?

Start with a
ptosis evaluation.

Every procedure begins with facial analysis, eyelid anatomy assessment, ptosis evaluation, and a discussion of your goals — because whether you need a crease, better eye opening, or both is a clinical question, not a preference.

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. Newly developed, rapidly progressing, or one-sided eyelid drooping should be evaluated by a qualified medical professional. All surgical procedures involve potential risks, including bleeding, infection, asymmetry, scarring, altered sensation, dry eye or irritation, crease loosening or loss, undercorrection or overcorrection, dissatisfaction with the outcome, and the possible need for revision surgery. The appropriate technique and expected outcome can only be determined following an in-person examination and consultation. Newline Clinic is licensed under the Korean Medical Service Act.

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