Best Almond Eye Surgeons in Turkey

What is almond eye surgery?

Almond eye surgery is an operation on the outer corner of the eye (the lateral canthus) that raises or tightens it to create a more upswept, almond-like shape. It is also called fox eye or cat eye surgery. Medically, it is done with canthoplasty or canthopexy.

In canthopexy, the tendon at the outer corner is tightened and anchored higher without being cut. In canthoplasty, the tendon is released and reattached in a new position, which allows a larger change. The procedure is also used for medical reasons, for example to support a loose lower lid. For an overview of eye area operations, see the eyelid and eye surgery page.

How is almond eye surgery done?

Almond eye surgery usually takes up to about two hours, depending on whether it is combined with other procedures.

1. Planning: The surgeon assesses the current tilt of the eye, lower lid tone and the bone around the eye socket.
2. Anaesthesia: Local anaesthetic with sedation or general anaesthesia is used.
3. Incision: A small cut is made at the outer corner, often within a natural crease.
4. Repositioning: The tendon is tightened (canthopexy) or detached and reattached higher (canthoplasty) to the bone of the eye socket.
5. Additional steps: Some surgeons add a temple lift or brow tail lift to support the new shape.
6. Closure: The incision is closed with fine stitches.

Who is almond eye surgery suitable for?

Almond eye surgery suits healthy adults who want a moderate change in the angle of the outer eye corner, or who have a lax or drooping lower lid. The bony structure of the eye socket limits how much change is possible.

Extra care or a different plan may be needed when:

• The eyes are prominent or the cheekbones are flat
• There is dry eye or problems closing the eyes
• You have had previous eyelid surgery
• Expectations involve a very strongly slanted look

If the main goal is only a subtle lift, a temporary option such as filler at the temple and brow tail may be discussed first.

What is recovery like after almond eye surgery?

Most people return to social life within about 10 days to two weeks after almond eye surgery. Swelling and bruising are strongest in the first few days. The outer corner may look overly tight or pulled at first. This often softens over several weeks as swelling settles.

Stitches are usually removed within a week. Avoid rubbing the eyes, heavy exercise and swimming for the period your surgeon advises. The final shape is usually judged after about three months.

What are the specific risks of almond eye surgery?

The specific risks of almond eye surgery come from moving a tendon that supports the lower lid.

• Relapse: The corner can slowly return towards its original position.
• Asymmetry: One corner can heal higher than the other.
• Lower lid problems: The lid can pull away from the eye or turn outwards.
• Dry eye and exposure: A changed lid position can leave more of the eye surface exposed.
• Visible scar or webbing: The corner can heal with a fold of skin or a visible mark.
• Unnatural look: Overcorrection can look tight or surprised.

Revision surgery is sometimes needed. Discuss this possibility openly before deciding.

How does almond eye surgery differ from related procedures?

Almond eye surgery changes the outer corner, blepharoplasty removes excess lid tissue and almond eye filler gives a temporary lift without surgery.

What affects the cost of almond eye surgery?

The cost of almond eye surgery depends mostly on the technique and on whether other procedures are added. Other factors include:

• Canthopexy or canthoplasty
• Combination with blepharoplasty, a temple lift or a brow lift
• Type of anaesthesia
• The facility, the city and follow-up visits
• Whether the operation is a revision of earlier surgery

The exact fee is given after examination. Choose a plastic surgeon or an oculoplastic surgeon who performs eye corner surgery regularly. You can compare them in the doctor list by city.