Multiple Eyelid Folds Correction in Korea

Multiple eyelid folds—often called triple eyelids or irregular creases—happen when the eyelid skin forms more than one fold instead of a single smooth crease. This can create a tired, uneven, or asymmetrical appearance. Korea specializes in precise eyelid revision techniques that correct unstable, collapsed, or overly high creases to restore a clean, natural double eyelid line.

Why Multiple Eyelid Folds Happen

Multiple eyelid folds can occur naturally or after previous eyelid surgery. Common causes include:

• Weak or uneven adhesion between the skin and muscle
• Aging or loose eyelid skin
• Excessive swelling that altered the crease
• Sutures that loosened or migrated (non-incisional method)
• Past double eyelid surgery with inadequate fixation
• Hidden ptosis or weak levator muscle
• Too much skin dragging the fold downward

Because the crease becomes unstable, the eyelid forms multiple lines when you open the eyes.

Why Korea Is Known for Multiple Fold Correction

Korean eyelid surgeons correct thousands of revision cases every year, focusing on:

• Eliminating unnecessary creases
• Re-creating a clean, natural fold
• Strengthening the levator and crease adhesion
• Balancing left–right eyelid symmetry
• Preserving a natural Asian eyelid aesthetic

These techniques help the eyelids regain a smooth, single crease that looks clear and stable.

Types of Multiple Eyelid Fold Corrections in Korea

1. Incisional Revision Double Eyelid Surgery

Most commonly used.
Removes excess skin, fat, or scar tissue and resets the crease precisely.

2. Removal of Old or Misplaced Sutures

For folds caused by loosened or migrated non-incisional sutures.

3. Adhesion Release & Re-Fixation

Releases unwanted fold adhesions and secures a new crease at the correct height.

4. Ptosis Correction (If Needed)

Weak levator muscles can cause crease instability.
Tightening the muscle improves eyelid opening and stabilizes the crease.

5. Partial Incision Revision

For patients with moderate irregular folds who want a faster recovery.

Korean surgeons tailor the technique to your anatomy, previous surgeries, and desired crease style (parallel, tapered, low, medium, or high).

Who Needs Multiple Fold Correction?

You may benefit from surgery if you have:

• Triple eyelids or multiple lines
• Creases that look uneven
• A fold that disappears and reappears
• A fold that is too high or too low
• Shadowing above the eyes due to extra skin
• Eyelids that look asymmetrical
• Recurrence after suture-method double eyelid surgery
• Eyelids that appear tired, droopy, or unstable

Multiple folds are rarely corrected with the suture method alone—most cases require incisional revision for stability.

How the Procedure Works

Step 1: Analyze Eyelid Anatomy

The surgeon identifies the cause of the multiple folds:

• Loose skin?
• Weak muscle?
• Fat herniation?
• Old crease too high or too low?
• Suture-related irregularity?

Step 2: Release Old Crease

Unwanted adhesion and scar tissue are carefully removed.

Step 3: Design New Crease

A new crease height and shape is chosen to match your facial proportions.

Step 4: Secure Fixation

The new crease is firmly attached to the levator muscle for stability.

Step 5: Symmetry Adjustment

Both eyes are matched for height, curve, and natural movement.

Recovery Timeline

• 1–3 days: swelling, bruising
• 1 week: stitch removal
• 2–4 weeks: eyelid shape becomes more natural
• 2–3 months: final crease stabilizes
• 6 months: complete softening of scar tissue

Revision surgeries take slightly longer to recover compared to primary double eyelid surgery.

Benefits of Multiple Fold Correction

• A single, clean, natural double eyelid
• Improved symmetry
• Elimination of triple eyelids and irregular lines
• More open, refreshed-looking eyes
• Enhanced crease stability
• Better eyelid function if ptosis is corrected