While critics of Asian blepharoplasty cite western acceptance as the main reason for most individuals to have such a procedure, it is to a certain extent over-rated. Patients having a fuller eyelid are known to have an Asian blepharoplasty to remove excess fat or skin just like a regular blepharoplasty.
The earliest record of such an operation was published in Japan in the late 1800s, a time when eastern culture was in no way considered inferior to western. It was seen largely as a procedure to obtain a more accurate and intense expression of emotion.
Plastic surgeons perform an Asian blepharoplasty using a scalpel instead of laser as Asian skin is held to be sensitive. There is minimal scarring with a scalpel. The incision made may either taper into the epicanthal fold towards the nose or flared upwards at its outer end depending on the patient’s anatomy.
Complications like asymmetrical eyelid creases, an unsatisfactorily shaped eyelid crease, hollowness, eyebrow and eyelid ptosis, etc. may occur. A skilled surgeon is of prime importance for an Asian blepharoplasty to be successful. As this procedure is very delicate, make sure your plastic surgeon is qualified enough to perform it.
The advantages of such a procedure are wonderful. It allows excess skin and fat to be trimmed, facial expression to be enhanced and makes the crease permanent as the internal anatomy is changed.
It is important to remember to not have unrealistic expectations as each surgery comes with its own set of drawbacks, especially one as aesthetically inclined as plastic surgery. Approach a consultation with an open mind and if the doctor you have selected is qualified enough, you can step out of surgery with better results.
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