Double Eyelid Surgery
The desire for a natural eyelid crease or “double eyelid” is very popular in Asian cultures. Since, the mid 1990s, Dr. Prasad has been a highly sought after specialist for Asian eyelid surgery. In fact, Dr. Prasad was featured in World Journal (a major Chinese language publication) and Chinese World TV for his work in performing revision surgery on patients who had double eyelid surgery done elsewhere. There were many occasions while his practice was in Brooklyn that people came directly from JFK airport to his office for urgent attention.
Asian Eyelid Surgery is typically performed on Asian individuals who seek the “double eyelid” procedure, which gives the upper eyelid a visible crease when the eye is open. Also known as Asian Eyelid Surgery, this change to the upper eyelid makes it easier to apply makeup and is considered to be more beautiful in many Asian cultures.
Asian eyes require delicate finesse with the typical epicanthal fold that lies in front of the eye so that proper rejuvenation does not mar the natural beauty of this type of eye. A common mistake many plastic surgeons make in performing this surgery is “Americanizing” or “Europeanizing” the eyelids, resulting in a very unnatural appearance.
What is different about double eyelid surgery?
Double eyelid or Asian Eyelid Surgery requires the surgeon performing the procedure to have a thorough understanding of the anatomy of the eyes which make Korean, Chinese, Japanese and other Asians different from people of European, Asian Indian or African lineage. In fact, eyelid surgery is considerably more complex than most people appreciate. Ethnicity, age, gender and skin quality as well as general health need to be well integrated into developing a proper strategy. The Asian eyelid has some very important anatomical differences from non-Asian eyes.
Whether you are considering Korean eyelid surgery, Chinese eyelid surgery or Japanese eyelid surgery, the common desire is typically to have the eyes appear more open. Many of clients who travel from around the world to our offices in New York City’s Upper Eastside actually come for revision surgery.
These surgeries are often referred to as Double Eyelid Surgery as approximately half of Asians have a “single fold” and half have a “double fold”. If you do research on the internet, you will many different styles and techniques for Double Eyelid Surgery or Asian Double Eyelid Surgery. Nonincisional procedures as well as incisional procedures or limited incisional procedures can be customized to your needs.
A Natural Double Eyelid
Creating a natural double eyelid must take into account the age and gender of the patient. It’s critical to avoid removing too much skin or fat which is a common technical error made by surgeons less familiar with Asian eyes. Proper surgery begins with a design which is drawn prior to the procedure. Many Asians who have had eyelid surgery they are not happy with have scars which go outside the natural crease and are difficult to manage.
Dr. Prasad uses his expertise in Asian eyelid surgery to provide Asian patients with naturally appearing eyelids. Dr. Prasad is very experienced in Asian eyelid surgery and has performed blepharoplasty for many of his Asian patients who have requested it.
Let us help you to regain a natural and youthful appearance so you can face the world – looking your best! Our staff will be happy to assist you with hotel accommodations and travel arrangements in New York City or Garden City, New York if needed.
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Video: Dr. Prasad performs Asian Double Eyelid Surgery
Video: Dr. Prasad discusses Asian eyelid and double eyelid surgery on Good Morning America
Video: Dr. Prasad answers questions about Asian eyelid surgery for RealSelf.com
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