The Asian eyelid is different from the Caucasian eyelid in many ways. One of the most frequent mistakes that plastic surgeons have made is "Americanizing " or "Europeanizing the eyelids. This results in a very unnatural appearance.
This 50 year old man wanted to have a more energetic appearance and retain his natural Asian characteristics.
His eyes now look more youthful and still retain their Asian appearance. He went back to work in one week.
Dr. Prasad uses his expertise in Eyelid Surgery to provide Asian patients with naturally appearing eyelids. Asian individuals also often seek the “double eyelid fold” procedure which gives the upper eyelid a visible crease when the eye is open. This change to the upper eyelid makes it easier to apply makeup and is considered to be a desirable aesthetic appearance in many Asian cultures.
Removal of eyelid bags is one of the most common procedures requested by our patients. Removing these fat pads and minimizing scars gives our patients a more energetic and natural appearance.
This 30 year old woman wanted a naturally appearing eyelid crease for a more glamorous look.
Now, she can easily apply makeup to enhance the beauty of her eyes.
Customizing eyelid surgery to the overall appearance of the face is very important The style of the eyelid fold and the height of the crease have to be appropriate in order to look natural.
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. Dr. Prasad is well versed in this type of surgery and has performed this procedure for many of his Asian patients who have requested it.
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crease in upper eyelid eases makeup application