Droopy eyelid surgery in Seoul, Korea
Droopy eyelid surgery in Gangnam, Seoul at Marble Plastic Surgery: correct sagging skin or weak eyelid muscles after an exact diagnosis of the cause.
Typical ranges for droopy eyelid surgery; your surgeon confirms the details at consultation.
What is droopy eyelid surgery?
Droopy eyelid surgery corrects upper eyelids that hang low, either because the skin has stretched (dermatochalasis) or because the lifting muscle is weak (ptosis). At Marble Plastic Surgery in Gangnam, Seoul, a board-certified plastic surgeon identifies the cause and performs the matching procedure.
The two causes look similar but need different operations: excess skin is treated with upper blepharoplasty or a sub-brow lift, while a weak muscle needs ptosis correction. Many middle-aged patients have both, so they are corrected together.
Who is droopy eyelid surgery for?
Suitability is decided at a 1:1 consultation with your surgeon.
- Upper lids that feel heavy or block the upper field of vision
- Eyes that look smaller or more tired than before
- Forehead lines from lifting the brows to see
- Drooping that differs between the two eyes
How droopy eyelid surgery is performed at Marble
- Consultation and planning Your surgeon measures lid height, muscle function, skin excess and brow position to separate skin laxity from true ptosis.
- Anesthesia and monitoring A board-certified anesthesiologist selects the anesthesia with your surgeon, administers it, and monitors you continuously throughout the procedure.
- Correcting the cause Excess skin is removed through the crease or beneath the brow, and if the muscle is weak it is tightened so the lid sits at the correct height.
- Recovery and discharge You rest in a private recovery room under monitoring. Before you leave, the team explains wound care, medication and your follow-up schedule.
Recovery and aftercare
Swelling and bruising settle over one to two weeks. Temporary dryness can occur as the eyes adjust to opening more fully.
- Swelling injection and regenerative LED laser in the first week
- Milia removal at checkups
- 1-year revision guarantee
- Unlimited surgeon-checked scar injections
- Recovery kit to take home
Surgeon-of-record policy
The board-certified specialist you consult with performs your surgery — no substitute surgeons.
Anesthesiologist on site
A board-certified anesthesiologist manages screening, anesthesia and recovery.
Real-time monitoring
A central system monitors every patient continuously during surgery and recovery.
Operating-room CCTV
Cameras in the operating room provide transparency and faster emergency response.
Frequently asked questions
What causes droopy eyelids?
Most often aging skin that has stretched, a weak or stretched levator muscle, or both. Less commonly, nerve or muscle conditions are responsible and need medical evaluation first.
Can droopy eyelids be fixed without surgery?
Non-surgical options give limited, temporary change. When skin or muscle is the cause, surgery is the reliable correction.
Is droopy eyelid surgery suitable for older patients?
Yes, it is one of the most common procedures for middle-aged and older patients. A health check and anesthesia assessment are done beforehand.
Who will perform my procedure at Marble Plastic Surgery?
The surgeon you consult with performs your surgery. Marble follows a surgeon-of-record policy with no substitute surgeons, and a board-certified anesthesiologist is on site full-time to manage anesthesia and monitoring.
Can I arrange a consultation in English before traveling to Seoul?
Yes. International patients can start with an online consultation by sending photos and goals through WhatsApp or the contact form. The plan is then confirmed in person at the clinic in Gangnam.
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Plan your droopy eyelid surgery consultation
Send your photos and goals and a member of our team will reply with next steps. You can also use the consultation form at the bottom of this page.
- Clinic
- Marble Plastic Surgery (마블성형외과)
- Address
- 3F Juryuseong Bldg., 435 Gangnam-daero, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10:00–19:00
Sat 10:00–16:00
Closed Sundays & public holidays - Languages
- English, Japanese, Chinese and Thai coordinators
All surgery carries risks, including bleeding, infection and inflammation. Results, recovery time and satisfaction vary between individuals. Times shown are typical ranges and are confirmed for you at consultation. This page is for general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation.