Double eyelid surgery There are functional and cosmetic reasons why people may opt for blepharoplasty, which is a surgical modification of the eyelid. The desire of many single-lidded Asians for an upper eyelid crease to enhance the eyes, for example. Or the irritation and loss of peripheral vision that occurs when a higher-than-normal amount of upper eyelid tissue is present.
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Double eyelid surgery, or Asian blepharoplasty, is a procedure to create an upper eyelid with a crease from an eyelid that is naturally without one. This makes the eyes appear slightly bigger, rounder and exposes more of the eyelashes. Sagging eyelids may also be corrected by removing excess skin from them. We use the following methods for double eyelid surgery: Our unique KO-Je method.
KO-Je
Ko Skin & Aesthetic Centre, under the guidance of our founder Dr KO, has pioneered the KO-Je method of double eyelid surgery. The new method was invented due to problem associated with traditional method of double eyelid surgery which has ‘thread’(suture) placed permanently inside the eyelid. KO-Je method is base on Japanese method of double eyelid surgery with modification to cater for the individual preference of the patient.
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What can I expect during the surgery?
Blepharoplasty is normally performed under local anesthesia and takes one to two hours depending on the complexity of the procedure. The area around your eyes will be numb and you may be given a sedative to keep you relaxed. You will be awake during the procedure and might experience some minor discomfort, but you should be mostly calm. If your surgeon prefers to use general anesthesia, you will be asked to follow fasting instructions prior to the surgery and will be completely asleep during the surgery.
Who is at more risk while undergoing blepharoplasty?
If you have a history of dry eyes, detached retina, or glaucoma, you may want to consult an ophthalmologist. Other risk factors that may affect this surgery include hypothyroidism, Graves' disease, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes.
What happens post-surgery?
After surgery, your doctor will probably lubricate your eyes with ointment and may apply a bandage. Your eyelid may feel tight and sore as the anesthesia wears off, but you will have appropriate pain medication as prescribed by your doctor to control any discomfort you may have. If you feel any severe pain or other abnormal symptoms, call your doctor immediately.
Your doctor will instruct you to keep your head elevated for several days, and to use cold compresses to reduce swelling and bruising. You’ll be shown how to keep your eyes clean while healing. Many doctors recommend eyedrops, since your eyelids may feel dry at first and your eyes may burn or itch. For the first few weeks you may experience excessive tearing, sensitivity to light, and temporary changes in your eyesight, such as blurring or double vision.
Your doctor will follow your progress very closely for the first week or two. The stitches will be removed two days to a week after surgery. Once they’re out, the swelling and discoloration around eyes gradually subside, and you’ll start to look and feel much better.
How do I get started?
Our experts will be happy to discuss your options with you. Please feel free to make an appointment or call us at 1800 22 3322 for a consultation to discuss your specific needs.
