The double eyelid surgery Seoul patients ask about most often is the buried-suture method. It creates an eyelid crease with medical thread alone. Your surgeon fixes the line from the inside of the eyelid, so there is no incision. This guide explains how Pascal Clinic in Gangnam describes the method, who it suits, how recovery works and what it costs.
How the buried-suture method works
The surgeon places thread inside the eyelid and fixes the crease line from within. Because the skin is not cut, there is no surgical scar and no stitches to remove. Pascal calls the method continuous buried suture.
The operation takes about 15–20 minutes under local anesthesia. Pascal lists follow-up visits as not required. Most people return to daily routines in 1–2 days.
Who it suits
Pascal lists these situations as a good fit for the buried-suture method:
- Your eyelids are thin and your skin is firm.
- You want a natural crease without an incision.
- This is your first double eyelid surgery.
- Fast recovery matters because of work or travel dates.
- You want to avoid a surgical scar.
The method suits eyelids with little fat. If your eyelids are thick or heavy, the surgeon may suggest another technique. Pascal also offers mini-incision, partial incision, full incision, transconjunctival and transcutaneous approaches, and eye-opening enlargement.
Not sure which method fits your eyelids? Send a front photo on WhatsApp and get a first opinion from the clinic team.
Get a free consultation in 1 minuteWhat to expect
The clinic lists these effects: eyes look more defined and awake, the crease stays clean when you apply eye makeup, and the overall look is soft and balanced. Individual results vary with your eyelid thickness, skin and the line you choose.
Dr. Kang Kyoungjin, who holds a PhD in anatomy, approaches the eyelid as a moving mechanism. The crease is planned together with how your eyelid opens, not only how it looks in a photo.
How to choose a method for double eyelid surgery in Seoul
There is more than one way to create a crease, and the right one depends on your eyelid. Think in two groups.
No incision (buried suture). The line is fixed from inside the eyelid with thread. It is the shortest operation, it needs no stitch removal, and it leaves no surgical scar. It fits thin eyelids with little fat.
With an incision. Partial or full incision methods open the skin to shape the crease. Pascal prices incisional double eyelid surgery from ₩2,000,000, and it is also the route for some midlife upper eyelids. Ask your surgeon why an incision is or is not needed for you.
Whatever the method, the crease height and the eyelid's ability to open matter as much as the line itself. If your eyelid is heavy, the plan may involve more than a crease.
Questions to ask at your exam
- Is the buried-suture method right for my eyelid thickness?
- What crease height and shape suit my eye and my face?
- What could make the line loosen, and what would a revision involve?
- How long should I plan to stay in Seoul?
What to include in your first message
- Clear front photos, eyes open and eyes closed, in daylight
- Whether you have had eyelid surgery before, and where
- Your travel dates
- The look you want, described in your own words
Recovery and aftercare
- Use cold compresses as instructed after surgery.
- Sleep with your head raised for 3–4 days.
- Wait 1–2 weeks before contact lenses and eye makeup.
- Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 1 week.
Because there are no stitches to remove and no required follow-up, many visitors ask whether double eyelid surgery in Seoul fits a short stay in Korea. Your surgeon confirms this at your exam, so send your travel dates when you message the team.
Price at Pascal Clinic
The buried-suture method costs ₩1,000,000 before 10% VAT. If you are correcting an earlier surgery, the price starts from ₩1,500,000. Incisional double eyelid surgery is priced from ₩2,000,000. See the full price list for every eyelid procedure.
If you already had eyelid surgery
A crease that has loosened, uneven eyelids or weak eye opening after a previous operation need a different plan. Read about upper eyelid revision surgery. If the main issue is a heavy or sleepy-looking eyelid, compare ptosis correction. For the full details and FAQ of this method, open the buried-suture double eyelid page.
Next step
Send your goal and clear front photos on WhatsApp. A coordinator passes them to the surgeon and replies with options and the matching price-list lines. Your surgeon then examines you in Seoul, confirms the method and gives a final quote before anything is booked.
Get a free consultation in 1 minute and find out if the buried-suture method suits your eyelids.
Get a free consultation in 1 minuteIndividual results vary. Surgery carries risks such as bleeding, infection and inflammation, and only an in-person exam confirms the right method for you.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a scar after buried-suture double eyelid surgery?
The method uses no incision, so there is no surgical scar. Pascal describes it as a scar-free technique.
How long does the surgery take?
About 15–20 minutes, under local anesthesia. Pascal lists follow-up visits as not required and stitch removal as none.
How much does double eyelid surgery cost at Pascal Clinic?
The buried-suture method is ₩1,000,000 before 10% VAT. Correcting a previous surgery starts from ₩1,500,000.
Who should not choose the buried-suture method?
It suits thin eyelids with little fat. If your eyelids are thick or heavy, your surgeon may recommend a different technique. That is decided at your exam.
This article is general information, not medical advice. Individual results vary, and surgery carries risks such as bleeding, infection and inflammation. Your surgeon confirms suitability at an in-person exam. Read the medical disclaimer.
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