Price of a canthoplasty in Tunisia

Price of a canthoplasty in Tunisia

The average cost of a canthoplasty in Tunisia in Tunis is €2,200. Depending on your needs, the price can vary from 2,000 euros to 2,400 euros.

Procedure	Cost Tunisia
Canthoplasty	2200 €

What is a canthoplasty?

Canthoplasty in Tunisia may be the right type of surgery for someone whose eyelids tend to droop, or whose eyelids appear uneven. This is a specialised procedure that can only be performed by a highly qualified oculoplastic surgeon with extensive experience of cosmetic eye procedures.

The aim of canthoplasty is to improve the shape of the eyelids, toning them and giving a younger, more refreshed appearance. This procedure should be carried out with the aim of improving appearance in a natural way, rather than changing our appearance.

Explanation of the Canthoplasty procedure

This is a reconstructive surgery procedure used to correct droopy or sagging eyes by tightening the muscles or ligaments that support the outer corners of the eyelid.

Canthoplasty surgery in Tunisia essentially changes the shape of the eye. Canthopexy, on the other hand, is a less invasive surgery that is often confused with canthoplasty, but it does not change the shape of the eye.

Canthoplasty is performed at the outer corner of the eye (the canthus), in the area where the lower and upper eyelids meet, which is medically called the lateral canthus. For most people, this meeting point should be just above the median canthus, which is the junction of the lower and upper eyelids, close to our nose. This normally results in a ‘positive’ canthal tilt or upward slope, creating an almond-shaped eye.

Canthoplasty surgery is used to correct canthal slopes that are negative or neutral and cause the eyelids to droop, which can be distressing for the patient who dislikes the appearance of their eyelids.

The procedure varies from patient to patient, but the general aim is to cut the inferior canthal tendon and then reposition or tighten it. To access the tendon, an incision is usually made in the outer corner of the eye. The tendon is pulled into its new position to support the eyelid and then reattached with sutures. An experienced ophthalmic surgeon will take care to make the incision in the natural crease of the eyelid, to minimise scarring after the operation.

If a patient has only a slight droop, it may be more appropriate to perform a less invasive canthopexy procedure. Both procedures normally take between 1 and 2 hours, depending on the method used and whether you need further treatment. A shield is normally used to cover and protect the eyes.

Why do people have canthoplasty?

With age, the skin around the eyes naturally loses its elasticity, resulting in an often unsightly sagging or drooping of the lower eyelids (ectropion) caused by laxity of the lower eyelid tendon. This age-related problem is often associated with bags under the eyes, which can give a tired or sad appearance.

The ageing process is not the only factor that can cause sagging eyelids. Other factors can include overexposure to the sun without sufficient skin protection, as well as lifestyle choices such as smoking or excessive alcohol consumption. Hereditary conditions, eye trauma or paralysis can also cause these problems.

In addition, some patients who require canthoplasty do so to correct previous eye surgery that has left them with lower eyelid complications. This is a revision procedure.

A small number of patients wish to undergo canthoplasty to achieve a more almond-shaped appearance.

Post-surgery guidelines

Pain, bruising and swelling are common after eye surgery, but should disappear within 7-10 days. Try to keep your head elevated and rest as much as possible at first. Patients should avoid exercise, rubbing the eye area or applying make-up for a week.

In some cases, people may notice an alteration in their vision, but this should only be temporary, with normal vision returning without medical intervention.

Patients are advised to use their eyes as little as possible after the operation, for example by avoiding staring at their telephone, reading or watching television. Contact lenses should not be worn for several weeks after the operation.

Full recovery from canthoplasty normally takes between 2 and 4 weeks. During this period, it is extremely important to follow your Tunisian surgeon’s post-operative instructions and attend all scheduled follow-up appointments.

Good surgeons will ensure that the scar is less visible and hidden by the natural crease of the eye.

Is canthoplasty the right procedure for me?

As a general rule, patients with drooping, sagging or puffy lower eyelids are good candidates for this type of procedure, particularly if they are concerned about the current appearance and shape of the eye.

However, there is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to eyelid surgery, and what many patients think they need is not necessarily the right type of surgery for them.

As such, your doctor should carefully analyse each patient’s lower eyelid function, tone, laxity and position, as well as their overall facial structure, during an initial consultation. He normally carries out this analysis during consultations with patients wishing to undergo blepharoplasty and may suggest the need for a canthal suspension at the same time. In some cases, he may recommend an entirely different type of procedure, which would be more appropriate to address the patient’s concerns.

It is important to only have this operation carried out by an experienced and highly qualified oculoplastic surgeon, as the results of a poor operation can be very difficult to correct.