Recommendation

Rationale

Comprehensive preoperative assessment

Helps determine the most suitable surgical technique and set realistic expectations

Utilize appropriate anatomic landmarks

Ensures precise positioning of the lateral canthus and eyebrow apex

Optimal skin incisions and tissue dissection

Minimizes scarring, ensures proper healing, and maintains natural appearance

Suture selection and placement

Crucial for maintaining desired results over time and preventing relapse

Incorporate canthoplasty, if necessary

Addresses lateral canthal dystopia and ensures lower eyelid positioning

Use of adjunctive procedures, if needed

Enhances overall aesthetic results by addressing additional concerns (e.g., ptosis)

Postoperative care and follow-up

Allows for monitoring of healing, assessing results, and addressing complications