TORONTO, ON–(Marketwired – Dec 23, 2015) – Asian blepharoplasty, also known as double eyelid surgery or Asian double fold surgery, is a specialized technique for upper eyelid surgery designed to create a fold over the eyelashes on the upper eyelid. states Toronto plastic surgeon Lawrence Tong, MD. Referred to as the supratarsal crease, she continues, this crease is a feature that differentiates an Asian eyelid from a Caucasian eyelid, and many people of Asian descent find the crease more attractive to both women and men.
Depending on the extent of the procedure, Dr. Tong explains that Asian blepharoplasty can be performed with either IV sedation or local anesthesia. After surgery, he says patients will wake up from sedation in an anesthesia recovery area, where they will be closely monitored by his experienced and careful nursing team. When the effects of anesthesia have worn off, he notes, patients can generally return home under the care of a close friend or loved one.
Once home, the Toronto plastic surgeon says patients are advised to relax and get plenty of rest, although activities that can cause eye strain — such as reading or watching TV — should be avoided at first. Swelling and bruising are common side effects that can persist for about five to seven days, she notes, but using lots of pillows or sleeping in a reclining chair to keep your head elevated can often help reduce these symptoms. Sensitivity to bright light during the first few days is also common, she adds, but any discomfort can usually be managed well with medication.
Dr. Tong states that patients will generally return to his office five to seven days after surgery to have their stitches removed, and the majority of people are able to resume office work and non-strenuous routines in seven to ten days. However, he notes that any physically demanding activities should be avoided for at least four to six weeks. Long-term follow-up appointments are then typically scheduled at six weeks, six months, and one year.
Ultimately, although relatively low in the hands of an experienced and qualified plastic surgeon, the Toronto plastic surgeon says there are potential risks and complications associated with the Asian blepharoplasty procedure. As a result, he emphasizes the importance of seeking a board-certified plastic surgeon who not only has significant experience in this highly specialized procedure, but also offers a high level of personalized care throughout the recovery process in order to monitor healing and ensures the ideal results are achieved.
About Lawrence Tong, MD, FACS, FRCSC
After obtaining his medical degree from the University of Toronto, Dr. Tong he continued his education by completing his Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery training at the University of Michigan Medical Center. He is board certified by both the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and remains an active member of such prestigious organizations as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. In his Toronto-based practice, Dr. Tong offers a wide range of surgical and non-surgical procedures ranging from facial rejuvenation and breast enhancement to body sculpting and skin care.
To learn more, visit myplasticsurgerytoronto.com and plus.google.com/+LawrenceTongMD/about. Dr. Tong is available for an interview upon request.
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