The Principles and Side Effects of Plasma Laser Double Eyelid Treatment, and Why It Is Difficult to Replace Double Eyelid Surgery

Recently, videos about plasma laser double eyelid treatment have been widely shared on social media. Because of this, many patients ask during consultations whether plasma double eyelid treatment is truly effective, or whether double eyelids can be created without surgery.

At first glance, plasma double eyelid treatment may look simple because it creates a double eyelid line without an incision. However, it is fundamentally different from general double eyelid surgery in both principle and limitations.

Today, we will explain how plasma double eyelid treatment actually works and whether double eyelid surgery can provide more reliable results.

Q. What is the principle of plasma laser double eyelid treatment?

Plasma double eyelid treatment uses a plasma device to apply laser stimulation to the surface of the eyelid skin. This causes the skin to contract and form a line.

In other words, it is a procedure that directly stimulates the surface of the skin to create a line similar to a crease. It does not change the internal eyelid structure or create structural fixation.

Because of this, the procedure may look simple and may appear to create a clear line right after treatment.

Q. What is the biggest difference between general double eyelid surgery and plasma double eyelid treatment?

The biggest difference is structural stability.

Double eyelid surgery is a procedure that secures the skin to the internal eyelid structure to create a structure that allows the line to be maintained.

Because of this, the line can remain relatively stable over time.

On the other hand, plasma double eyelid treatment relies on the skin contraction effect to create a line. It does not form fixation connected to the internal structure of the eyelid.

As a result, compared to double eyelid surgery, it is difficult to say that the results are the same in terms of maintaining the final result and stability.

Q. How is the lasting power of plasma double eyelid treatment, and what are the side effects?

Plasma double eyelid treatment is not a procedure in which the line suddenly disappears or becomes completely loose after some time.

However, depending on eyelid movement, skin thickness, and the individual patient’s condition, the line may become blurred or absorbed into surrounding tissue.

For this reason, some patients may feel that the line looks similar to a loose double eyelid, even though they did not undergo surgery.

In addition, if pigmentation remains locally after the procedure, the treated area may appear as a line that rises and is visible through the skin.

Another important point is that since the laser directly stimulates the skin surface, the degree of skin contraction may differ on the left and right sides depending on the patient’s skin type and recovery process. This can sometimes lead to asymmetry.

Because the method directly stimulates the surface of the skin, recovery and results may vary by individual.

Q. In which cases can plasma double eyelid treatment be expected to have an effect, and what are its limitations?

Plasma double eyelid treatment is not a procedure that can be expected to have the same effect for everyone. The treatment effect and maintenance period may vary greatly depending on the eyelid condition.

It may be considered in limited cases, such as when the skin is very thin, there is almost no drooping or fat, and the patient only wants a light line.

However, because plasma double eyelid treatment does not secure the internal eyelid structure, it has structural limitations in terms of line clarity, lasting power, and left to right balance.

In particular, in cases with significant skin sagging, heavy eyelids with a lot of fat, thick eyelid skin, or reduced skin elasticity, it may be difficult to achieve a natural and stable double eyelid structure by only changing the skin surface.

In some cases, scarring may remain and the results may not meet expectations.

Q. Then can double eyelid surgery be considered a more reliable method for improvement than plasma double eyelid treatment?

Double eyelid surgery creates fixation that can maintain the line while considering the overall structure of the eyelid.

Depending on the eye condition, it can be approached through various methods such as non incisional, partial incision, or incisional double eyelid surgery. It can also create a clearer and more stable result even in cases with skin sagging or fat.

Especially if a defined line, lasting power, and left to right balance are important, double eyelid surgery may be a much more predictable and reliable option than plasma treatment.

Plasma laser double eyelid treatment is not ineffective in every case, but it is difficult to view it as a method that can replace double eyelid surgery.

Double eyelid surgery is not simply a procedure that creates a line. It is a process of creating a shape that can be maintained for a long time by considering the eyelid structure.

Rather than choosing a method based only on how simple it appears, it is important to choose the method that suits your eye condition by considering result stability, lasting power, and long term satisfaction.

It is recommended to check whether double eyelid surgery is appropriate for your condition through an accurate diagnosis and consultation with a specialist.

We have reviewed the principles and lasting power of plasma double eyelid treatment.

The limitations and results of non surgical eye procedures may vary depending on each person’s eye condition. Therefore, consultation with a specialist is important for a more accurate assessment.

For more information about plasma double eyelid treatment or double eyelid surgery, please contact us at +82-2-512-1298 or via WhatsApp at AB Plastic Surgery.

Writer, Dr. An Mun-Young, AB Plastic Surgery