So far, I have not come across websites that offer to change the shape of the eyes per se. Although blepharoplasty might naturally change the eye shape to some extent (e.g. by making the eye rounder and larger), are there ways to make the eyes more almond shaped, for instance?
Can I Change my Eye Shape?
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I perform some sort of Blepharoplasty or eye procedure in my practice almost every working day. Asian Eyelid Surgeries are probably the most common in terms of changing the shape of one's eyes. It can indeed open the eye and make it appear larger as well as giving the eye the often sought after "eyelid crease".
Almond eyes, or exotic eyes, are slightly turned up in the outer corners, making them beautifully balanced. This shape is soft and welcoming. Almond eyes are youthful, boasting confidence. Many men and women are blessed with natural almond eyes, but for those who are not, science may intervene.
It is important that a potential patient make sure that he or she is seeking a specialist in this area. Make sure the surgeon is certified and ask to see before and after photos of the surgeon's work.
It's quite simple to create almond shaped eyes in most people with a canthoplasty. This tightens the corner of the eye, which reduces roundness and creates an almond shape.
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In general, we try to AVOID changing the shape of the eyes when doing a blepharoplasty. But in selected cases a canthopexy can create a more almond shaped eye, if that is what is best for the patient.
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Changing the shape of an eye is possible. This requires more advanced eyelid plastic surgery techniques. Not all changes are possible nor desirable. Your example of making the eye more almond shape can be done, however, everyone's anatomy is different and the results are not the same for all eyes. Some eye shape changes, specifically the round eye that you mentioned, is more often a complication of eyelid surgery then a desired result. You need to consult with your physician and go through each detail carefully to assure your best outcome.
Unless patients have a lateral down-turned or hound dog look to the lower lids with a scleral show or ectropion, the shape of the eye should not be altered.
Most patients are not interested in looking like the Cat Woman or changing the shape of their eyelids. The idea behind a blepharoplasty is to maintain the eyelid shape unless there is an overriding functional or aesthetic reason to change the shape.
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I routinely perform more than 100 Asian eye lid surgeries per year in my practice. The goal of the procedure is to create the double eyelid crease and make eyes rounder and more open. About 25% of these patients also require what is called a medial canthoplasty, where the corder of the eye next to the nose is opened up surgically to give the eyes a more open look.
So the answer to your question is "Yes", although obviously there are limitations to any surgical/medical procedures.
Changing the shape of the eyes can be done in multiple ways. Both surgical and nonsurgical techniques can be used. In office procedures like botox and fillers (Juvederm, Restylane, Volbella, Vollure) can be used for subtle non-surgical changes. Surgery such as lateral canthoplasty can be used to make the eyes more defined, almond shaped or slanted. Its important to seek out an experienced oculoplastic specialist to discuss your options.
Learn more: http://www.ococuloplastic.com/eye-face-plastic-surgery-newport-beach/cosmetic-procedures/
Creating or maintaining the ideal shape is a possible with the right procedure. As a surgeon, I would highly suggest using canthoplasty. To explain simply, this procedure can tighten the eye’s corner thereby reducing its natural roundness. This will then eventually produce the desired almond shape.
Canthoplasty is a very important surgical procedure. It necessitates the expertise and skills of well-trained surgeon to ensure satisfactory results. With capable hands, canthoplasty can produce the best results that often last a lifetime.
As for blepharoplasty, I would not really recommend it as a procedure to change the shape of the eye. Blepharoplasty is a procedure mainly for repairing droopy or aging eyelids. It is also used to remove excess muscle, fat, and/or skin in the eyelids.
To make for an accurate solution, look for a board certified surgeon who will do assessment as well as create a treatment plan specific for the current eye shape that you have.
Learn more: http://sbaesthetics.com/upper-blepharoplasty/
Yes, there are 2 different operations that can alter the shape of an eye.
For people with an Asian eyelid configuration, it is possible to alter the shape to tey and be more Caucasian in appearance. This can sometime be done with just local anaesthesia, but often requires a larger procedure depending on the changes desired.
For any patient, it is possible to change the shape of the eye by elevating the outer corner. Sometimes this is done as part of upper and lower eyelid surgery. Generally, it is not a goal of eyelid surgery to alter the shape of the eye.
This is a good question. Depending on your exact anatomy we can perform a canthoplasty or canthoplexy with/without muscle suspension to give the eye a more almond shape. Every patient is different so some are good candidates and some are not.
Blepharoplasty in conjunction with fat transfer really allows us to frame the eye which can give a nice result.
You really need a good facial analysis with a physical exam to determine your options but the short answer is yes, we can change the shape of the eye (actually the eye lids but does give the eye a different look).
Hope this helps.
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