Is Asian Eyelid Surgery Painful?

Anesthesia makes the surgery pain-free. Minor discomfort and swelling are normal after surgery. However, cold compresses and pain medications can be used to reduce discomfort and soreness.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

You will be seen back at the practice within the first week to remove any stitches and to monitor recovery. After that, your surgeon will let you know when he’d like to see you next but expect one to two more follow-ups.

How Long Until I See Results?

Although the results might not be immediately apparent, they will become clearer as the swelling subsides, which takes a full two weeks.

Can I Combine Asian Eyelid Surgery with Other Procedures?

Absolutely! Many patients who have received Asian eyelid surgery in Toronto at Edelstein Cosmetic have combined it with a brow lift , facelift , or rhinoplasty . We recommend, however, that you mention these plans to your surgeon at your initial consultation so he can offer his expert advice on a combined procedure plan customized for you, given your medical history and profile.

What Are the Risks Associated with Asian Eyelid Surgery?

Like any surgical procedure, Asian eyelid surgery carries some risks. These risks may include: Bleeding Infection Scarring Dry eyes Eyelid asymmetry If you experience these issues, please call our office immediately.

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Asian Eyelid Surgery Introduction

While the perception of beauty is subjective, what is generally favored are eyes that are larger, wider, and more prominent. Wider, more prominent eyes may be attributed to the presence of a crease or fold in the upper eyelids. An upper eyelid with no crease or fold is typically called a monolid. Asian eyes usually depict this feature. A monolid can make the eye appear smaller and obstruct the prominence of the iris (the colored portion of the eye). A monolid may make the eyes appear weighed down, heavier, or even less vibrant and youthful. The only option to create a fold in the upper eyelid is double eyelid surgery, otherwise known as “Asian eyelid surgery.”

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jerome Edelstein founded Edelstein Cosmetic in Toronto to help patients achieve their aesthetic goals. Located in midtown Toronto, our plastic surgery team looks forward to helping our Asian patients rejuvenate their eyes with Asian eyelid surgery.

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What is Asian Eyelid Surgery?

Double eyelid surgery, or Asian blepharoplasty, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that creates a crease in the upper eyelid. The creation of a crease or fold in the upper eyelid is a common surgery performed on individuals of Asian descent. It has been one of the most popular procedures performed in North America and East Asia (i.e., Korea, China, and Japan) for years. Due to its popularity, the procedure is also called Asian eyelid surgery or Asian blepharoplasty.

Further, two procedures during the double eyelid surgery can widen the eyes.

Lateral Canthoplasty

Lateral canthoplasty is an opening of the outer side of the eyes. This procedure can be performed at the same time as the double eyelid surgery. This makes the eyes look wider and the face narrower in proportion.

Medial Epicanthoplasty

A medial epicanthoplasty is an inner eye corner surgery that also makes the eyes seem wider. Most Asians have a skin fold known as a “Mongolian or Epicanthal fold” that gradually tapers down from the inner part of the upper eyelid, crossing the inner eye corner and reaching the inner lower eyelid skin for a few millimeters. Some people may wish to keep these Mongolian folds, but others might want to remove them to make the eyes look bigger.

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What Are the Benefits of Asian Eyelid Surgery?

The purpose of your Asian eyelid surgery is not to make you look totally different; rather, it is to create a crease in the upper eyelids that will enhance your eyes, making them appear larger, brighter, and more prominent while preserving a harmonious relationship with your other facial features.

The result of your correctly performed procedure at Edelstein Cosmetic is a natural and attractive transformation that compliments your appearance and maintains your ethnic identity.

Patients who have received Asian Eyelid Surgery in Toronto at Edelstein Cosmetic have reported some of the following benefits:

Double fold on the upper eyelid
Enhanced eyes
Better eye contact which helps build better communication
Eyes appear further apart
Illusion of the nose looking narrower with wider eyes
Improves facial aesthetics
Less pressure of downward force on the upper eyelid

Who are the Best Candidates for the Asian Eyelid Surgery Procedure?

If you are considering an Asian Eyelid Surgery in Toronto, these are some characteristics we recommend in our best candidates:

Narrow-looking eyes
Eyes look hooded
You are dissatisfied with the shape of your eyelid
You have difficulty showing eye contact
Your eyelids contain excess fat
Have realistic expectations
No major underlying medical conditions

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What’s the first step?

The first step is to schedule a consultation with one of our expert facial plastic surgeons at Edelstein Cosmetic, Dr. Fialkov or Dr Hong. They will discuss your medical history, aesthetic goals, concerns, and expectations during your consultation. They will then physically examine your eyes, noting your overall facial proportions to see how best to perform the procedure. If deemed a suitable candidate, your provider will work with you to build a customized treatment plan tailored to your needs. This treatment plan will then allow our patient coordinator to provide you with an accurate pricing quote for your Asian Eyelid Surgery.

If you are ok with the quote, our coordinator can schedule the procedure. Once booked, we will give you detailed pre and post-operative instructions.

What to Expect On the Day of Asian Eyelid Surgery

On the day of your Asian eyelid surgery, you can expect to meet Dr. Fialkov or Dr. Hong and their friendly staff, who will welcome you, ensure you are settled in, and go over your treatment plan to ensure you have no questions and/or concerns.

Your eyes and target areas will be marked using the technique discussed. An anesthetist will then administer anesthesia. The area will then be cleaned and disinfected for surgery. Small incisions are made delicately along the natural contours of the eyes. Once he is done, he will close any incisions and apply fine tapes called steri-strips. Compresses will be applied in the recovery room.

Asian Eyelid Surgery Recovery

Once the procedure is done, you will be monitored in the recovery room until the sedation wears off. We recommend that you arrange a ride home with friends or family members. You will get a prescription that will include any medications or ointments you might need to help keep your eyes healthy and hydrated.

When you return home, your eyes will be mildly sore and swollen. Pain medication is available to reduce any discomfort. Staying hydrated, resting, and going for light walks will help control swelling.

We recommend you take a week off work. You can expect that the swelling will abate after one to two weeks. We recommend holding off on strenuous exercise for the first four weeks.

If non-absorbable sutures are used, they would be removed within the first week of surgery.

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How Much Does Asian Eyelid Surgery Cost in Toronto, ON?

The cost of Asian eyelid surgery in Toronto at Edelstein Cosmetic will vary based on the technique used, the surgeon’s fees, and the associated anesthetic costs, among other factors. We recommend that you schedule a consultation so that we can provide you with a surgical plan that our patient coordinator can then price out for you.

Why Choose Edelstein Cosmetic?

Edelstein Cosmetic should undoubtedly be your stop for your Asian Eyelid Surgery in Toronto. Over 20 years ago, Edelstein Cosmetic was founded by Dr. Jerome Edelstein, a board-certified plastic surgeon, to help men & women improve their appearance through surgical and non-surgical aesthetic medical options. Dr. Edelstein is a leading breast and body contouring plastic surgeon in Canada. To achieve his vision of offering the highest standard of medical care with the absolute best results, he has partnered up with Dr. Jeffrey A. Fialkov, a craniofacial plastic surgeon, and Dr. Christopher Hong, a facial plastic surgeon, to provide you with the safest and most effective options in cosmetic facial surgical procedures.

Our plastic surgeons are members of the Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons (CSPS), American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and Canadian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (CSAPS), and the Royal College of Surgeons Of Canada (FRCSC).

Asian Eyelid Surgery FAQ’S

Absolutely! Many patients who have received Asian eyelid surgery in Toronto at Edelstein Cosmetic have combined it with a brow lift, facelift, or rhinoplasty. We recommend, however, that you mention these plans to your surgeon at your initial consultation so he can offer his expert advice on a combined procedure plan customized for you, given your medical history and profile.
Like any surgical procedure, Asian eyelid surgery carries some risks. These risks may include:
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Scarring
- Dry eyes
- Eyelid asymmetry
If you experience these issues, please call our office immediately.

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If you are Asian and unhappy with your ethnic eyelids, consider Asian eyelid surgery in Toronto at Edelstein Cosmetic. To schedule your initial consultation, please contact our office or use our website to fill out a consultation request form.

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