Asian eyelid surgery for hooded eyelids?

When the eyelids become hooded they can certainly be addressed through a traditional blepharoplasty technique. Asian blepharoplasty is somewhat different than a traditional Caucasian blepharoplasty. Look for a facial plastic surgeon whose done thousands of eyelid surgeries and an extensive before and after... more

If you want to preserve your natural Asian look be sure to tell your surgeon that you want him/her to modify the procedure to leave a small amount of fold over the upper eyelid crease. Too often plastic surgeons assume that Asian patients want a "round eyed look" to look more westernized. If you do... more

First, if your looking to Westernize your eyes that means you'll have to have the epicanthal fold changed.  This is done by several techniques but, I stress, must be done my someone who does it often!  Next you'll need a lid crease.  This isn't difficult to do.  The fullness can often be... more

This is a difficult question to answer and depends enitirely on your goals and desired outcome. When we refer to hooding, we usually describe the outer portions of the upper eyelid which may benefit from a brow or forehead lift.  SO, it really is a function of what you seek to improve. Schedule a... more

Without being more specific about your desires makes it tough to give you a great answer.  Some patients complain that they do not have a well defined crease. There are many operations that can be performed to create a fold. Often in Asian eyes, there is excessive upper lateral fullness. This too can be... more

I have seen a number of Oriental patients for eyelid surgery and have taken a special interest in this area.  We have a large oriental population in Houston.  Some patients have what's called an Oriental eyelid ,meaning that they don't have the supratarsal fold that Westerners have.  By... more

There are many board certified plastic surgeons well qualified to treat the Asian Eyelid as well.    As with any physician, not only do you want to know their background training and board certification, you should ask questions about their experience with your specific problem and ask to see... more

Hello, Roughly 50% of Asians are born with eyes that have "single eyelids" (as opposed to "double eyelids") in which case there is no crease that forms in the top lids when the eyes are open. Some of these patients also have extra skin and fat, which creates a hooded look.... more

Your best source of knowledge would be with a certified oculoplastic surgeon with experience in Asian-Blepharoplasty. You should see many favorable photos of simillar eyelids before proceeding. I hope this helps, and best regards.

Asian eyelid surgery is probably the most frequent cosmetic operation performed in Asia.  There are innumerable operations which have been designed and proposed to correct this deformity (which should be considered a deformity only based on desire). The procedures vary from one suture simple... more