Double Eyelid Surgery Los Angeles, CA | Christopher C. Lo, MD

Understanding Double Eyelid Surgery

Double eyelid surgery is a specialized blepharoplasty procedure designed to enhance eyelid contours. The primary goal is to create a well-defined upper eyelid crease or double eyelid fold. This surgical technique focuses on creating subtle, harmonious changes that complement the patient's unique facial anatomy.

Unique Eyelid Anatomy Considerations

Eyelid configurations vary significantly across different ethnic backgrounds. Up to 50% of Hispanic individuals may also have similar eyelid anatomical characteristics. The upper eyelid's appearance can range from a full crease to a partial or absent crease, depending on the position of skin, muscle, and fat.

Surgical Technique

During double eyelid surgery, the following steps are carefully performed:

• Precise skin and fat excision from the upper eyelid
• Muscle sculpting to form a new, defined crease
• Precise suture placement to stabilize the eyelid fold
• Strategically hidden incisions within the new eyelid crease

Customized Surgical Approach in Los Angeles

Christopher C. Lo, MD understands that no standardized approach fits all patients. The surgical plan is meticulously tailored to individual anatomical variations and aesthetic preferences. Surgeons at Eyesthetica carefully document existing eyelid characteristics to ensure optimal surgical planning.

Recovery and Expectations

Double eyelid surgery is an outpatient procedure lasting approximately 1-2 hours. Patients can expect:

• Suture removal within 5-7 days
• Minimal scarring with hidden incisions
• Temporary changes in eyesight and light sensitivity
• Return to normal activities within a few days

Surgical Philosophy

The primary objective is not to "westernize" the eyelid but to create a natural, harmonious enhancement that respects the patient's unique facial features. Some surgeons have specialized training in advanced techniques, including training in Seoul, South Korea, to offer the most refined approaches.

For more information about Double Eyelid Surgery in Los Angeles, CA, submit an enquiry to Christopher C. Lo, MD - Los Angeles Cosmetic Surgeon.