Asian Eyelid Surgery Procedure and Recovery

Asian eyelid surgery, also known as double eyelid surgery or Asian blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic procedure designed to create a natural-looking crease in the upper eyelid. It enhances the symmetry of the eyes, opens them, and creates almond-shaped eyes.

The process begins with a consultation with Dr. Grant Moore, a board-certified Oculofacial plastic surgeon in Scottsdale, Arizona. During your consultation, Dr. Moore will assess your facial structure, discuss your goals, and explain the techniques available. The choice of technique is based on your preference, skin quality, and volume of fat in the upper eyelid. Dr. Moore will also review your medical history to ensure you are a suitable candidate for the procedure.

The types of Asian Blepharoplasty Procedures

Dr. Moore utilizes an incisional technique when performing Asian blepharoplasty surgery.

On the day of the procedure, you will receive local anesthetics with sedation or general anesthesia.

The incisional method involves making a full-length incision along the desired location of the new upper eyelid crease. The incisional method provides a permanent and more well-defined crease.

Excess skin, muscle, and fat are removed through the incision. Dr. Moore then carefully manipulates the tissues and places deep sutures to form a natural-looking upper eyelid crease. The incision is closed with sutures. Swelling and bruising are common and can resolve within several weeks. Cold compresses and pain medication can help manage symptoms.

Sutures are removed 7-9 days after the procedure. Most swelling and bruising should diminish significantly by the second week. Patients can usually return to work and normal activities within 1-2 weeks, although strenuous activities and heavy lifting should be avoided for about two weeks. The incision lines may appear red or raised and will gradually fade and flatten over the next few months. Medication injections along the incision may be required to help minimize the appearance of scarring. Final results are typically visible within 3-6 months and when the swelling fully subsides.

It is important to take good postoperative care to ensure the success of the procedure:

• Ice packs to reduce swelling only for the first 72 hours
• Keep your head elevated above 30 degrees while sleeping to reduce.
• For two weeks after surgery, avoid heavy lifting, strenuous exercise, bending with your head below your heart, and rubbing your eyes.
• Apply antibiotic ointment as instructed.

Scottsdale, Arizona, eye surgeon Dr. Grant Moore is an oculofacial plastic surgeon specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the eyelids, eyebrows, face, and forehead. Oculofacial plastic surgeons have specialty training in ophthalmology, facial plastic, and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Moore is a board-certified American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery member. Contact him to schedule a consultation today.

References

• Hyung Min Song, Khanh Ngoc Tran, Incisional Blepharoplasty for the Asian Eye, Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America, Volume 29, Issue 4, 2021, Pages 511-522,