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Asian Eyelid Surgery in Honolulu | Asian Blepharoplasty
Asian double eyelid surgery is a highly popular procedure that adds an eyelid crease. Often it is combined with an epicanthoplasty to extend the inner corner of the eye toward the nose. The goal is to give the eyes a larger, more symmetrical almond shape.
Are there any medical benefits to Asian eyelid surgery?
For some people of East Asian descent, the upper eyelid folds inward when the eyes are open. For them, the eyelashes may brush against the cornea. It can feel uncomfortable and, for some, cause damage. Double eyelid surgery can reverse the inward fold and correct the eye’s structure.
Many people have spent a lifetime wishing they could change the shape and appearance of their eyes, and this procedure provides a way. It has been performed on millions of people with excellent results and little downtime.
What Does Asian Blepharoplasty Correct or Change?
- Reshapes the eye-area skin
- Reduces sagging eyelids
- Corrects single eyelids and creates a crease
- Helps eliminate a tired appearance
- Improves a “hooded” look
Before and after pictures of Asian eye surgery can show the significant aesthetic changes the procedure achieves. Dr. Tan’s exceptional aesthetic skills assure you of the most natural-looking results possible. She is one of Honolulu’s foremost female plastic surgeons and is skilled and careful in her approach.
The surgery’s goal is to produce a more almond-shaped eye with the lid opening farther. Many people feel it results in a more youthful and awake appearance which is a desirable improvement.
Asian Eyelid Surgical Procedure Types
Asian blepharoplasty is performed with a full or partial incision which may leave a discreet scar that most people feel is cosmetically acceptable. The extent of your incision depends on your eyes and their needs. You can discuss it with Dr. Tan during your initial consultation.
The incision length is indicated by whether you have excess skin and fat to be removed or only excess fat. Your eye will open wider, appear brighter, and be more beautiful. Dr. Tan’s thorough understanding of Asian facial features makes her a sought-after plastic surgeon for the procedure.
Full Incision
A longer incision permits optimal improvement if you have excess fat and skin in the upper eyelid. It also provides the longest-lasting results. There will be a slightly visible scar along the new eyelid crease, but as mentioned earlier, most patients feel it is acceptable.
Partial Incision
Partial incisions are less invasive, produce less scarring, and work well for patients only needing excess fat removed from the eyelid. The smaller incision provides a narrower entry point and may complicate the procedure.
Am I a Good Candidate for the Procedure?
Each of us has unique eyes and may have concerns about them – shape and appearance. Asian eyelid surgery can address a range of issues. For example, if your eyelids have extra fat and appear puffy, it can reduce puffiness.
For some people, the upper eyelid appears lower than they would prefer, covering part of the iris. It can make a person appear tired and, in some cases, older. Yet other people seek eye plastic surgery because they are unsatisfied with the shapes of their eyelids.
In a smaller percentage of people, there is a concurrent medical need with potential corneal irritation or damage from eyelash contact caused by inward folds; surgery can correct the problem.
Dr. Tan is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Oahu and works to achieve the most natural-looking Asian eyelid surgery Honolulu offers. You can have the procedure as an outpatient in our conveniently located offices.
Nonsurgical Alternatives
A no-incision method is available for patients with no excess fat or skin in the eyelids. Instead of making an incision, Dr. Tan can create several tiny holes through which she can pass sutures to create an eyelid crease. The sutures stay beneath your skin and do not need to be removed.
The no-incision method avoids most post-procedure swelling, and there’s no scar because there’s no incision. The only thing to weigh is this method can be less permanent than incisional procedures.
Improved Ability to Apply Eye Make-Up
It might sound like a small detail at first, but if you’re a woman who has struggled to apply eye makeup to your liking, double eyelid surgery can help. The added eyelid crease will make it possible or easier for you to use your chosen makeup.
What is an Epicanthoplasty?
An epicanthoplasty is a popular cosmetic surgery procedure to alter or remove folds of skin at the corners of your eyes, next to your nose. The folds, sometimes referred to as “Mongolian folds,” cover part of the inner eye resulting in eyes that appear too far apart.
- Lengthens the eyes horizontally
- Helps make eyes appear larger
- Often performed with double eyelid surgery
For some people, plastic surgeons may also manipulate the skin on the outer edges of the eyes to maximize results – but, more often, the excess skin is a bugger concern on the inner edges. Dr. Tan works carefully to minimize scarring; the procedure generally takes about 30 minutes. Patients typically recover quickly with minimal discomfort or swelling.
Choosing a Honolulu Facial Plastic Surgeon
The choice of a cosmetic surgeon is a personal one. Dr. Tan is double-board certified and highly regarded for Asian eyelid surgery in Honolulu. You can meet her for an initial consultation at our Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery offices to hear about your options.
Dr. Tan has years of experience and trained with the foremost surgeons in the field. She has worked with hundreds of women and men, including many from the Asian community. Her techniques and aesthetic abilities are advanced and allow her to produce natural-looking results.
Susan Tan, MD, is a leading Asian Blepharoplasty provider in Oahu.
Successful surgery begins with a personalized treatment plan. Dr. Tan will evaluate your eyes and facial features with a well-developed knowledge and understanding of Asian facial features. Her goal is to create subtle yet noticeable changes to enhance your beauty while maintaining your identity.
Am I a Good Candidate for the Procedure?
Each of us has unique eyes and may have concerns about them – shape and appearance. Asian eyelid surgery can address a range of issues. For example, if your eyelids have extra fat and appear puffy, it can reduce puffiness.
For some people, the upper eyelid appears lower than they would prefer, covering part of the iris. It can make a person appear tired and, in some cases, older. Yet other people seek eye plastic surgery because they are unsatisfied with the shapes of their eyelids.
In a smaller percentage of people, there is a concurrent medical need with potential corneal irritation or damage from eyelash contact caused by inward folds; surgery can correct the problem.
Dr. Tan is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Oahu and works to achieve the most natural-looking Asian eyelid surgery Honolulu offers. You can have the procedure as an outpatient in our conveniently located offices.
Nonsurgical Alternatives
A no-incision method is available for patients with no excess fat or skin in the eyelids. Instead of making an incision, Dr. Tan can create several tiny holes through which she can pass sutures to create an eyelid crease. The sutures stay beneath your skin and do not need to be removed.
The no-incision method avoids most post-procedure swelling, and there’s no scar because there’s no incision. The only thing to weigh is this method can be less permanent than incisional procedures.
Improved Ability to Apply Eye Make-Up
It might sound like a small detail at first, but if you’re a woman who has struggled to apply eye makeup to your liking, double eyelid surgery can help. The added eyelid crease will make it possible or easier for you to use your chosen makeup.
What is an Epicanthoplasty?
An epicanthoplasty is a popular cosmetic surgery procedure to alter or remove folds of skin at the corners of your eyes, next to your nose. The folds, sometimes referred to as “Mongolian folds,” cover part of the inner eye resulting in eyes that appear too far apart.
- Lengthens the eyes horizontally
- Helps make eyes appear larger
- Often performed with double eyelid surgery
For some people, plastic surgeons may also manipulate the skin on the outer edges of the eyes to maximize results – but, more often, the excess skin is a bugger concern on the inner edges. Dr. Tan works carefully to minimize scarring; the procedure generally takes about 30 minutes. Patients typically recover quickly with minimal discomfort or swelling.
Choosing a Honolulu Facial Plastic Surgeon
The choice of a cosmetic surgeon is a personal one. Dr. Tan is double-board certified and highly regarded for Asian eyelid surgery in Honolulu. You can meet her for an initial consultation at our Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery offices to hear about your options.
Dr. Tan has years of experience and trained with the foremost surgeons in the field. She has worked with hundreds of women and men, including many from the Asian community. Her techniques and aesthetic abilities are advanced and allow her to produce natural-looking results.
Susan Tan, MD, is a leading Asian Blepharoplasty provider in Oahu.
Successful surgery begins with a personalized treatment plan. Dr. Tan will evaluate your eyes and facial features with a well-developed knowledge and understanding of Asian facial features. Her goal is to create subtle yet noticeable changes to enhance your beauty while maintaining your identity.
Asian Double Eyelid Surgery in Honolulu | Frequently Asked Questions
What Happens During Asian Eyelid Surgery?
Asian blepharoplasty, also known as Asian double eyelid surgery, can be performed with an incisional or non-incisional approach. An incision is needed if you have extra skin and fat in the upper eyelids that need to be removed.
During the procedure, Dr. Tan will modify the eyelid’s underlying structure. The result will be adding a crease that creates a double eyelid.
How Do I Get Ready for Double Eyelid Surgery?
Providing thorough patient information is a priority at Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery, and we’ll give you detailed instructions about what to do before your procedure.
You’ll want to plan for someone to pick you up after your surgery to drive you home.
If you’ll responsibilities around the date of your surgery, try to take care of them in advance so you have the needed downtime.
What is the Recovery Process Like After an Eyelid Lift?
For most people, any post-surgical discomfort is minimal. It’s common to experience swelling, which varies by person, how much fat and skin have been removed, and the size of the incisions.
Things to do and expect after Asian blepharoplasty include:
4-6 days after surgery – You’ll return to Dr. Tan to have your stitches removed if you’ve had an incisional procedure; keep your head elevated while at home.
One week after surgery – You can return to work if you have a desk job and resume some non-strenuous physical activities; continue keeping your head elevated while at home and work.
One to two weeks after surgery – You can resume driving.
Two to four weeks after surgery – You can gradually resume more strenuous physical activity as the doctor directs.
Where Can I Get Asian Eyelid Surgery in Honolulu?
It’s quick and easy to reach Dr. Tan at Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery from all Oahu locations. We’re at 1150 S. King St., Suite 504, Honolulu, HI 96814.
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Susan Tan, MD, Hawaii Facial Plastic Surgery