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Asian Epicanthoplasty for Mixed Heritage (photo)

asked 4 months ago by Keziah90 in Norway
Latest answer by Philip Young, MD
Question viewed 154 times
Tags: choosing a surgeon, outcome, shape

I wish to change the shape of my inner corners of the eyes to have similar shape to that of east- asian and since im mixed (black,white samì) im unsure if its possible to alter it from the shape they have now and which doctor with what expertise areas he/she should have?

4 answers to Asian Epicanthoplasty for Mixed Heritage (photo)

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Asian blepharoplasty and epicanthoplasty changing to have a sharp corner

Actually you have epicanthal folds more than that picture you desire. So the solution would be to have the epicanthal fold procedure to pull in the slightly extra skin you have in the epicanthal fold area. You have type 2 epicanthal folds.
Philip Young, MD

Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Not accurate to say that epicanthoplasty is commonly performed.

It is accurate to say that many surgeons do not recommend epicanthoplasty because it leaves scars in a visible area of the face. Unlike double fold surgery where the scar tucks into the upper eyelid fold, epicanthoplasty must be performed in plain sight. This can be amazing or it can create just awful scars. For that reason, many very experienced Asian eyelid surgeons will advise against this option. What is right for you? I think it is reasonable to seek... more
Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Epicanthoplasty for mixed eyes

It's worth exploring. First, and this may be tough in Norway, you should meet with someone who performs a lot of Asian eyelid surgery or at least focuses on eyelid surgery primarily. Some of the excess skin at the inner-corner of your eye can be rearranged to give it a sharper look but it's unlikely it would be quite as sharp as the example you've given here. The reasons for the slight limitation are these: 1. You skin is thicker than this model but... more
Chase Lay, MD

Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.chaselaymd.com

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Altering the inner corners of your eyes

It would be worthwhile to remove the excess inner corner skin (epicanthoplasty) to give it a sharper inner corner to the eyes. This is a commonly performed procedure when indicated. There are four general types of inner corner shapes in Asian eyes. While you won't end up looking like the model photo you posted, it will improve the appearance of your eyes.
Charles S. Lee, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

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