Korean Surgery: Small Incision Technique to Change Your Look, Change Your Life

When it comes to cosmetic surgery, most people think of Korean surgery, which is well-known for its reputation. However, nowadays, many beauty lovers have more options and no longer need to travel far. The standardized plastic surgery center at Phyathai 3 Hospital, equipped with advanced medical technology, expertise in techniques, and the art of beauty, understands the facial structure and physique of Thai people. Combined with advanced technology, surgeries can be performed using small incision techniques that enhance the smoothness of scar concealment, making the results beautiful and safe as if no surgery was done at all. Thai surgeons’ skills are not inferior to those of other countries.

Dr. Pawalin Chuenput, Korean Technique Plastic Surgeon, Advanced Surgical Technology Center (ASIT), Phyathai 3 Hospital provides knowledge about popular cosmetic surgeries and new techniques that people want to undergo, including eye surgery, brow lift surgery, rhinoplasty, and breast augmentation, as preliminary information for those interested, as follows.

Eye surgery can be performed on both the upper and lower eyelids, depending on the problem and individual needs. Some may come with droopy eyelids or want to correct upturned outer corners, widen the eyes, open the outer corners, or remove fat under the eyes, etc.

Upper Eyelid Surgery is very popular among young people today, especially double eyelid surgery, which can be done in various ways. The appropriate method is chosen by the doctor based on the eye structure and individual problems to determine feasibility. Double eyelid surgery has advanced significantly, and we have introduced small incision techniques to improve treatment efficiency and enhance the beauty of post-surgical scars. The approach for double eyelid surgery using small incisions involves making three small holes on the eyelid without general anesthesia. This small incision surgery greatly reduces swelling and shortens recovery time, allowing patients to resume normal life after just one day. Other upper eyelid issues can also be surgically treated, such as droopy eyelids, upturned outer corners, widening the eyes, and opening the outer corners.

Lower Eyelid Surgery is commonly done by young people to treat under-eye bags. The doctor removes fat through the inner lower eyelid, leaving no visible scars after healing. For older patients, surgery is performed under the lower eyelashes, removing excess skin but not removing the fat in the under-eye bags. Instead, the fat is repositioned to other areas, such as the tear trough, to create fuller, brighter eyes, resulting in a more youthful appearance.

Brow lift surgery helps raise the eyebrows to create more distance from the eyes, making the face look sweeter and smoothing the upper face. The surgery involves making four small incisions on the scalp along the hairline, each about 1-2 centimeters, for endoscopic insertion. The small size of the incisions and their location along the hairline minimize visible scarring after surgery.

If asked what makes a beautiful nose, the answer would be a nose that harmonizes the bridge, tip, nostrils, and overall appearance. Therefore, rhinoplasty, whether augmentation or reshaping, depends on the patient’s desires and the surgeon’s judgment to achieve a beautiful nose and a balanced, prominent facial profile.

For women, having a beautiful face is something everyone desires, but it’s even better to have beautiful, prominent breasts as dreamed. Dreams cannot come true without effort… When ready, let’s look at what breast augmentation surgery involves. First, get to know the breast implant materials, which include silicone, known for safety and approved both domestically and internationally. One important aspect of silicone is that it does not cause cancer when implanted and can last a lifetime if no complications occur. There are two types of silicone implants:

Patients can choose the incision site according to their preference, including:

The doctor inserts the silicone implant through the inframammary fold or axilla. The implant is placed under the breast tissue or muscle, depending on the doctor’s and patient’s decision. At Phyathai 3 Hospital, endoscopic technology is used to enhance surgical precision and effectiveness. However, the focus is not on small incisions because breast augmentation requires an opening large enough to insert the silicone implant. Recovery time is only 1-2 days, after which patients can resume normal activities without strenuous effort, such as driving.

If the implant is placed in a normal size through the axilla or inframammary fold, breastfeeding can be done normally.

Lip enhancement can be done in various ways, such as thinning the upper lip, creating a cupid’s bow, or the currently popular “winged upper lip” style. This style is favored because it makes the lips appear to be smiling all the time. Different lip surgeries involve hiding scars inside the soft tissue of the lips, making scars invisible when smiling. For those who regularly wear lipstick, scars are not a concern at all.

For those interested in cosmetic surgery to correct imperfections or enhance beauty, do not rush your decision. Study the details thoroughly, especially by consulting directly with a specialist surgeon, as facial structure and physique vary among individuals. Important information to ask includes where the surgical scars will be hidden, the approximate size of the incisions, how to prepare before surgery, and if you have any underlying diseases or medications you regularly take, inform your doctor to prevent complications and ensure proper post-operative care. This way, you can achieve beauty safely.