Double Eyelid to Monolid Surgery in Korea

Double eyelid to monolid surgery—also known as double eyelid reversal or crease removal surgery—is a specialized eyelid revision procedure performed to remove an existing double eyelid crease and restore a smooth, natural monolid appearance. Korea is one of the top destinations for this surgery due to its refined revision techniques and natural-looking results.

This procedure is ideal for individuals who developed an unwanted crease from previous double eyelid surgery (suture or incision) or who naturally formed multiple lines and now prefer a monolid look.

What Is Double Eyelid to Monolid Surgery?

This surgery reverses or removes the double eyelid crease by:

• Releasing the old crease adhesion
• Removing or adjusting fixation sutures
• Smoothing the eyelid skin
• Restoring a natural, crease-free monolid contour

The goal is to recreate a clean, stable monolid without leftover folds or irregularities.

Why People Choose to Return to a Monolid

Common reasons include:

• Crease looks too high or unnatural
• Desire for a more natural Asian monolid appearance
• Preference for smoother eyelids without a permanent fold
• Eye shape changed undesirably after original surgery
• Multiple creases or asymmetry developed over time
• Unstable or fading double eyelid results
• Personal or aesthetic preference changes

Korean surgeons emphasize subtlety and balance when restoring monolids.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may benefit from double eyelid reversal if you have:

• A crease you no longer want
• A double eyelid that looks too high or artificial
• Asymmetry between the left and right crease
• Triple folds or multiple creases
• Sunken or depressed upper eyelids from previous surgery
• Residual scarring that disrupts eyelid smoothness

Both men and women frequently request this surgery in Korea for a natural, seamless monolid appearance.

Surgical Techniques Used in Korea

1. Adhesion Release

The surgeon removes the attachments between the skin and levator muscle that create the crease.

2. Removal of Old Sutures

If non-incisional sutures were used, they may be removed or repositioned to eliminate the crease.

3. Scar Tissue Management

Any scar tissue from previous incisional surgery is carefully smoothed to prevent fold recurrence.

4. Skin Redraping

The upper eyelid skin is redistributed to create a clean monolid surface.

5. Fat or Volume Adjustment

If the eyelid looks hollow after previous surgery, fat repositioning or grafting may be performed.

6. Crease Prevention Techniques

Korean surgeons reinforce the monolid by stabilizing the skin so no new crease forms.

Why Korea Is Known for Natural Monolid Restoration

Korea excels in eyelid revision because of:

• High-volume expertise in Asian eyelid anatomy
• Subtle, natural aesthetic standards
• Advanced scar-releasing and adhesion-control techniques
• Precision in restoring smooth eyelid contours
• Experience with both natural monolids and surgical monolids

This results in a monolid that looks authentic, clean, and crease-free, even with eyes closed.

Recovery Timeline

• Day 1–3: swelling, mild tightness
• 1 week: stitches removed (if incision used)
• 2–4 weeks: eyelids begin to smooth
• 2–3 months: monolid becomes natural and crease-free
• 3–6 months: full refinement of skin and muscle

Revision surgery takes longer to settle than primary surgery, but Korean techniques minimize visible signs.

Benefits of Double Eyelid Removal

• Restores natural monolid appearance
• Removes unwanted or unnatural creases
• Improves asymmetry
• Fixes multiple or irregular folds
• Enhances overall eye harmony
• Rejuvenates eyelid contour

Limitations to Consider

• Complete crease removal may be harder when scar tissue is extensive
• Severe hollowing may require fat grafting
• Healing may take longer than primary eyelid surgery
• Results depend greatly on the surgeon’s revision skill