Procedures

Lateral canthoplasty (outer corner opening)

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Extends the outer corner of the eye by incising the lateral canthal angle and advancing conjunctiva to line the new corner, increasing horizontal palpebral width. The amount of extension is bounded by the lateral orbital rim.
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Rating
9.63/ 10
from 8,827 reviews
Satisfaction
96.3%
from 8,827 reviews
Downtime
7–14days
Full recovery 12–52 wks
Flight safe
7days after

Calculated from 2 single-procedure cases (bundles excluded) · FX as of 2026-08-06 · VAT refund for foreign patients ended in January 2026

How long is the downtime for Lateral canthoplasty (outer corner opening)?

7–14 days. Full recovery 12–52 wks · Flight safe 7 days

Partial relapse toward the original corner position is commonly reported, and the exposed conjunctival lining can look red during early healing.
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Last updated 2026-08-06