Asian Eyelid Surgery: Q&A
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Why is the Double Incision Asian Eyelid Procedure the Most Complex?
How do I interview surgeons? How many surgeries should a surgeon have completed successfully should I consider as a possible surgeon for my eyes?
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Asian Eyelid Surgery with Natural Results
Great question. In my cosmetic surgery guide "The Fine Art of Looking Younger," I address this topic for Asian Eyelid Surgery for you. The Asian eyelid is different from the Caucasian eyelid in many ways, which is why Asian eyelid surgery (Asian blepharoplasty) is so unique and complex. Asian eyes require delicate finesse with the typical epicanthal fold that lies in front of the eye so that proper rejuvenation does not mar the natural beauty of this type of eye. Asian...
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Asian eyelid surgery and how to identify the right person
There are many ways to determine the right surgeon for you. Training is important. I would look at their credentials to see what sets them apart from others. You could do a lot of these surgeries and still not be a good asian eyelid surgeon. Talent is important. I would most importantly find someone that will listen to your needs and find out what you really want accomplished. Someone who doesn't listen may not achieve what you want no matter how well the surgery is done. The surgery is...
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Finding a asian eyelid surgeon
Your eyelid anatomy will determine the degree of difficulty of your procedure. Some eyelids are easier to do than others. The most difficult aspect of this procedure is related to underlying asymmetries which the surgeon will need to compensate for in order to get a nice result. You'll obviously have a wider range of surgeons to pick from if your eyes are easier to perform.
Certainly some surgeons have superior talent/ artistry/ intelligence which shortens their learning curve, so...
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Asian eyelid surgery is complex for a few reasons.
1. Asian eyelid anatomy is different from Caucasian in that a wall called the septum, which holds eye socket fat back, attaches more infeiorly in the eyelid in Asians. The result is a more full upper eyelid, sometimes with an absent crease or fold but often with with a hidden fold which brings me to important point number 2.
2. Not all Asian eyelids are alike. The anatomy and crease position (if...
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Double asian eyelid surgery is not the most complex surgery.
The problem is that most eyelid surgeon who perform this procedure have only a very poor understanding of what they are doing. When you understand what you are doing, this is a wonderful, very gratifying surgery that makes individuals very happy. One of the biggest issues with this surgery is that it requires a level of precision and understanding of upper eyelid anatomy that is simple out of the grasp of many practicing eyelid surgeons. One might be able to get away with...
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