Double Eyelid (Asian Eyelid) Surgery in Vancouver, BC

If you were born with eyelids that do not have a crease, or your creases are asymmetrical, and you are bothered with the appearance of closed, puffy upper eyelids, double eyelid surgery may be the ideal option for you.

You may be a candidate for double eyelid surgery if you have any of the following physical features:

• Single eyelid (no upper eyelid fold)
• Asymmetrical upper eyelid folds
• Single or asymmetrical eyelid and puffy upper eyelids characterized by excess eyelid skin

At 8 West Clinic, Dr. Thomas Buonassisi performs two different types of double eyelid surgery; the incisional and suture techniques. Which technique is used depends on a number of deciding factors, and depends on the candidacy of each individual patient. During your in-person consultation with Dr. Buonassisi, the technique that is optimal for you will be discussed.

Incisional Technique: Dr. Buonassisi carefully makes fine incisions in the upper eyelid skin, and removes any excess skin and fat that is necessary. The incision is then sealed using stitches, and the surgical scar is hidden in the new eyelid crease. Double eyelid surgery takes approximately 1 hour, and patients can return home the same day.

Suture Technique: Rather than making an incision and removing fat and skin, the suture technique (as the name indicates) utilizes a number of small incisions, and surgical thread being placed throughout the eyelid to create a crease. The suture remains in the eyelid, and will compress the eyelid skin to create the crease. This technique can be revised and altered at a later date, by removing the suture, and repeating the procedure.

Double eyelid surgery, or Asian blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic procedure designed to create a crease in the upper eyelid, which is commonly referred to as the "double eyelid." This surgery enhances the appearance of the eyes by making them appear larger, more defined, and more youthful.

Recovery time varies, but most patients can return to normal activities within 1-2 weeks. Swelling and bruising may occur, but these should subside after about 7-10 days. It is important to follow post-operative care instructions to ensure optimal healing.

As with any surgical procedure, there are some risks, including infection, scarring, asymmetry, or dissatisfaction with the results. However, complications are rare when the surgery is performed by an experienced, skilled surgeon.

The results of double eyelid surgery are generally permanent. However, as with any cosmetic procedure, the appearance of the eyelids may change slightly over time due to aging and natural changes in the skin and tissue.

It’s best to avoid wearing makeup on the eyes for at least 1-2 weeks after surgery to minimize the risk of infection. Once healing has progressed, makeup can be worn again, but it's important to ensure that the incision areas have fully healed.

Double eyelid surgery is performed on the skin and muscle above the eyes, so it should not directly affect vision. However, temporary swelling may cause some visual distortion immediately after surgery. This typically resolves within a few days to weeks.

When performed by a skilled surgeon, double eyelid surgery can produce natural-looking results that complement the individual’s facial features. The goal is to create a crease that fits well with the person's eyelid shape and size.