Occidental And Oriental Eyes:

Asia is a continent of breath-taking diversities. Different races and cultures flourish in this miniature macrocosm. The spry inhabitants of Eastern Asia, the dark and stocky dwellers of South Asia, the petite occupants of western Asia, etc. are all known to possess startling diversities in physical anatomy and appearance.

In medical usage, the term Asian or oriental is used generally to refer to someone possessing distinctly “Asian” traits; while occidental connotes to an individual possessing traits that are non-Oriental.

These terms are in no account geographically limited. A Native American, an Argentinean and an Indian can all possess Asian traits, while there are some Indians known to have eminently occidental features as well.

A double eyelid surgery or “Asian blepharoplasty” reshapes the skin around the eyes to create an upper eyelid with a crease. Approximately 50 percent Asians are born without the double eyelid crease a feature generally associated with Caucasian perceptions of beauty. It is small wonder then this surgery has a following in many having Asian traits.

Ellen Hwang, editor-in-chief of Jade Magazine which caters largely to Asian American women states, "Here in the U.S., even more than in Asia, the models and movie stars you see and who girls want to emulate are Caucasian.” And to be honest, Asian celebrities do form a minor section of the glamour business. Celebrity and role model to a lot of Asians, Jackie Chan, is known to have had an Asian blepharoplasty.

Whatever the motivations for an individual to opt for an Asian blepharoplasty, plastic surgeons at the Plastic Surgery Institute of California urge patients to weigh the ramifications of taking such a step. Ethnic sensibilities once ‘corrected’ are difficult to restore. Visit us for thorough and unbiased advice.

Getting An Asian Blepharoplasty:

While critics of Asian blepharoplasty cite western acceptance as the main reason for most individuals to have such a procedure, it is to a certain extent over-rated. Patients having a fuller eyelid are known to have an Asian blepharoplasty to remove excess fat or skin just like a regular blepharoplasty.

The earliest record of such an operation was published in Japan in the late 1800s, a time when eastern culture was in no way considered inferior to western. It was seen largely as a procedure to obtain a more accurate and intense expression of emotion.

Plastic surgeons perform an Asian blepharoplasty using a scalpel instead of laser as Asian skin is held to be sensitive. There is minimal scarring with a scalpel. The incision made may either taper into the epicanthal fold towards the nose or flared upwards at its outer end depending on the patient’s anatomy.

Complications like asymmetrical eyelid creases, an unsatisfactorily shaped eyelid crease, hollowness, eyebrow and eyelid ptosis, etc. may occur. A skilled surgeon is of prime importance for an Asian blepharoplasty to be successful. As this procedure is very delicate, make sure your plastic surgeon is qualified enough to perform it.

The advantages of such a procedure are wonderful. It allows excess skin and fat to be trimmed, facial expression to be enhanced and makes the crease permanent as the internal anatomy is changed.

It is important to remember to not have unrealistic expectations as each surgery comes with its own set of drawbacks, especially one as aesthetically inclined as plastic surgery. Approach a consultation with an open mind and if the doctor you have selected is qualified enough, you can step out of surgery with better results.

Visit any of the centers of the Plastic Surgery Institute of California at Newport Beach, Pasadena, Beverly Hills and Huntington Beach for consultation services.

Correcting Droopy Brows:

Gravity goes hand in hand with age. As age increases, the effects of gravity on the face become more pronounced. Drooping brows, sagging cheeks- the face gets hit bad from the hairline downwards.

Forehead lifts or brow lift surgeries are helpful plastic surgery options available for an individual looking to reduce any signs of ageing in the forehead area. Plastic surgeons either remove or alter the underlying muscles that cause frown lines and drooping brows.

Either of two procedures are used; the conventional brow lift or coronal forehead lift which involves an incision that is hidden behind the hairline, and an endoscopic forehead lift. The endoscopic method requires minimal incisions to be made. The results are the same for both procedures though and include raised eyebrows, diminished frown lines and a smoother forehead.

Plastic surgeons usually recommend brow lifts for patients in the 40-60 age range, for whom looking younger is the main objective. But there are patients who have conditions that are passed down the family line, like low, heavy brows and a deeply lined nose. Increased muscle activity is also known to result in furrowed brows. A brow lift is recommended for both these type of patients.

When performed in combination with rhytidectomy and blepharoplasty, brow lifts are known to yield better results for the over-all appearance of the face.

Contact the Plastic Surgery Institute of California to know more about brow lifts and eyelid surgery procedures. Professional board certified doctors are available for advice and suggestions.

Lasers For Eyelid Surgery:

The fragile nature of the eye and the area surrounding it makes it a very delicate area to perform any kind of surgery. Surgeons and optometrists alike are constantly on the look-out for any kind of procedure that is capable of minimizing the risks associated with an operation concerning the eye.

A recent innovation in eyelid surgery is the use of the CO2 laser treatment which claims to be a very safe option to a traditional blepharoplasty procedure. Unlike the latter cosmetic procedure, the laser treatment is supposed to involve a significantly less amount of bruising, swelling and bleeding. It also claims to reduce the healing period.

A plastic surgery is the mind’s paean to a better body. Cosmetic surgery is the preferred route for a healthy self-esteem for thousands of men and women. Discoveries like these help in diminishing the uncertainty factor associated with surgery of any kind.

Adapting lasers for operational reasons is still in the developmental stages and the full power of these rays of light is yet to be comprehended completely. Till then plastic surgery can only develop and utilize cosmetic procedures that currently exist to provide solutions for patients wanting a better body.

Visit the Plastic Surgery Institute of California for cosmetic procedures like blepharoplasty and other surgeries concerning the area around the eye. Our plastic surgeons are constantly attuned to break-throughs and developments in the field of plastic surgery.

Have You Fluttered Those Lashes Today?

With age come a profusion of side-effects, the foremost [and undoubtedly the worst for most women] of which is losing your beauty. The face droops, muscles sag, and haggard lines come into prominence. The eyes, which are the most expressive features of your face, too go through this aging process.

Excess fat, skin and muscle combine to add a droopy effect to the upper eyelids; while the lower lids transform into baggy horrors. Blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery solves these problems besides treating others like puffiness of upper eyelids, dark circles, etc. however, there maybe supplementary surgeries that your doctor may suggest if you want to achieve optimized results.

Patients having thyroid problems like Graves’ disease and hypothyroidism, dry eyes, cardiovascular disease or a detached retina have to think again before opting for an eyelid surgery. Additional consultation from an ophthalmologist is recommended in case of the latter condition.

Minor complications like blurred vision, swelling, irregularity in healing scars, etc. may occur. A condition known as ectropian is another rare result of eyelid surgery which is known to cause a pulling down of the lower lids. In such a situation, further surgery may be in the cards for a patient.

The scars of a blepharoplasty procedure have a pinkish hue, though after about six months they are known to fade into a thin translucent line which is barely visible. The recovery is complete and smooth and very satisfying, even more so if you have selected a capable doctor.

The Plastic Surgery Institute of California has cosmetic surgeons who are aesthetic experts in every aspect of plastic surgery. We provide you careful advice and exclusive guidance to help you get eyes that don’t hesitate to widen with happiness.