It is the process of giving the eye a more slanting appearance by lifting the outer edge of the eyelids with the help of a small incision made from the scalp. During this procedure, your eye corners are moved up. However a completely tight eye look is not obtained. This operation does not include temple lift and eyebrow lift operations.
| Anesthesia | General |
| Operation duration | 1 hour |
| Hospital stay | 1 night |
| Recovery duration | 7-10 days |
| Istanbul stay duration | 5 days |
Frequently asked questions
Does a cat eye procedure leave a scar?
The incision is done in the scalp and because it is smaller than 1 cm it doesn’t show.
Is Cat eye surgery permanent?
The result of the cat eye operation is usually permanent, but there changes might ocur due to aging and gravity.
What is the post-surgery process?
- It is normal to have swelling in the first 2-3 days after the surgery. These swellings can be controlled with cold bandages. The edema in the face that forms after the procedure disappears after an average of 1 week.
- It is recommended not to lie face down for one week.
- After the operation, the scar should be protected from the sun and sunscreen should be used when going out in the sun.
- You can return to your daily routine within 7-10 days.