Vancouver Eyelid Surgery doctors

Asian eyelid surgery should not lead to stretching of the skin around the eyes. The goal of most asian eyelid surgery is to create a "double fold" as well as reduce some of the heaviness of the upper lid.

This surgery has changed along with the times. Early asian eyelid operations often created a very high fold or lid crease. Although that high crease may be suitable for the Caucasian eyelid, it can look unnatural in those of Asian descent. With the shift toward more natural-appearing results, many surgeons will create a thinner crease. As you may know, some Asians are born with a double-eyelid, and in my mind, good surgical results approach the look of what these naturally occuring double lids look like. For example, the portion of the fold toward the nose should blend into the margin of the eyelid and not stay above it.

You will hear differences in philosophy, but make sure you find and meet a board-certified surgeon who has extensive experience with eyelid and facial procedures. I hope that helps and good luck!

From your description, it sounds as though you may have had surgery to repair a congenital ptosis (aka droopy eyelid). An absent crease is not uncommon. In fact, in Eastern Asia, many individuals are born without eyelid creases (the so-called double eyelid). Some are born with a crease on one side, and not the other.

In any case, creation of a crease is a matter of performing an operation commonly called a double-eyelid operation. This involves an incision in an area where you desire the crease. The crease height from the other side is chosen for symmetry. Then the skin of the upper eyelid is sutured to a muscle extension that opens your upper eyelid called the levator aponeurosis. In your case, you have had surgery in that area before, so you must choose a surgeon who is experienced in facial plastic surgery and specifically has expertise in lid surgery. Take care.

No is the answer and there are many reasons.

For example, when a blepharoplasty is performed, a corneal shield may be placed to protect the eye while sutures are passed through the upper eyelid tissues. It would be inappropriate to place such a shield until approximately one month after LASIK, as it could dislodge the flap if it were placed immediately after LASIK. Also, after a blepharoplasty, it would not be possible to separate the lids with a lid speculum due to significant soft tissue swelling and trauma.

The surgical preparation for each procedure is completely different involving different equipment and surgical staff. It is not only impractical but unwise to consider performing both procedures on the same day.

So, in summary, these procedures should be separated by at least one month.