• Asian Double Eyelid Surgery

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    Nov

    Around 50% of people of East Asian descent have eyelids that either have no pretarsal crease or only a partial crease. This is called a mono-lid eyelid, and it does not always cause functional or cosmetic problems. However, some individuals experience obstructed vision or eye irritation from the eyelashes.

    Choosing Asian double eyelid surgery, also known as Asian blepharoplasty or Asian eyelid surgery, helps create an upper eyelid crease. This can improve a patient’s line of vision or enhance the cosmetic look of the eye as a whole.

    If desired, Asian double eyelid surgery provided by an experienced surgeon, like Dr. Smith, can be used to remove excess fat from below and above the eye in younger patients. This creates much less puffiness near the eye and can do away with bags under the eyes.

    The Best Candidates for Asian Double Eyelid Surgery

    There are several situations where Asian double eyelid surgery might be the right procedure for you. The following are a few examples:

    • You are not satisfied with the current shape of your eyelids.
    • Your eyelid goes too far over the upper part of your iris.
    • Your eyelids have extra fat, and the eyes appear to be puffy.
    • The upper eyelid goes inward when opening the eye, causing the eyelids to brush the cornea and cause damage or irritation.

    Procedures Available for Asian Double Eyelid Surgery

    A full incision technique is used for those with excess skin and fat at the upper eyelid. The results are the most permanent, but since an incision is made through the crease, there will be slight visible scarring.

    After Dr. Smith makes an incision, excess fat and skin are removed as needed. Sutures are used to create the same look as a double eyelid. The incision will be closed with sutures which are typically resolve on their own accord.

    Partial incision procedures are for those with extra skin but no extra fat in the eyelid. This has less scarring than a full incision procedure. An incision is made on the upper border of the crease but is slightly less in length.

    Sutures are used to create the look of a double eyelid before the incision is closed. Sutures usually resolve of their own accord.

    Those without extra fat or skin in the eyelid may choose a no-incision procedure. This has no scar and little swelling. However, it may not be permanent in all cases. Rather than making incisions, small holes are used to pass sutures. These will be under the eyelid skin, and no suture removal is needed.

    What to Expect During the Recovery Process

    Most patients experience little pain after a double eyelid procedure. Swelling can vary based on the patient and the chosen surgery. Bruising typically clears up within two weeks. Patients can typically return to office work after three to seven days. Driving is also possible after the swelling has resolved, and pain medication is no longer in use. Physical activity can often be resumed two weeks after the surgery.

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