Q: What can I do about my heavy eyelids? (Asian)
A: Some Asian patients don’t have an upper eyelid fold when their eyes are open but want to have what is called the “double eyelid” fold. Basic techniques just use a stitch through the eyelid which does not last very long.
The surgical procedure that creates the best, permanent result involves making an attachment between the levatar muscle that lifts the eyelid and the skin of the eyelid. Caucasian and Asian patients have a natural attachment, but it is usually much lower in Asian eyes, so may not be noticeable when the eyelid is open.
It is very important to make the fold the correct height. If a Caucasian height is chosen it may look unnatural for an Asian so a midheight is usually best. The procedure involves very carefully making a symmetrical incision, taking a very conservative amount of fat and stitching a connection between the levatar muscle and the skin. Twilight sedation is used so the patient can open their eyes during the procedure to ensure the folds are absolutely symmetrical.
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid lift)
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