With the increasing popularity of Asian Double Eyelid Surgery comes the inevitable commentary on whether it is a good thing or bad. Over the past 10 years or so, the procedure has become so popular that in some parts of Asia it is almost expected that girls will undergo the surgery when they reach their teens. This expectation has rightfully become a talking point for many, with some people concerned that the procedure may cause a loss of ethnic identity. Those in favour of Asian eyelid surgery simply see the procedure as making the most of their feature and not as a desire to look more western.
The procedure of double eyelid surgery involves creating an eyelid crease which makes the eye appear more open. Around 75% of all Koreans and 50% of all other Asians do not have a double eyelid crease at birth. The process can be carried out in several different ways, some less invasive than others. Recent improvements in technique have seen the development of the durable suture technique which can be done under twilight sedation with a minimum of down time. The procedure involves inserting a row of sutures in the eyelid that are tightened and secured to create the appearance of a permanent crease, or double eyelid.
Surprisingly, it is the Asians living in the western countries that are often more likely to object to the procedure, rather than those still living in Asia. Countries such as Japan and Korea have been fans of the surgery for so long that it is seen as common place. Since the invention of cosmetic surgery, its popularity world wide has been growing. Caucasians undergoing rhinoplasty to correct a roman nose are seldom criticised for their decision, nor are women who undergo breast reductions accused of trying to look more 'Asian'. Large, open eyes have long been seen as a beautiful attribute, and not only Asians desire this look.
One of Australia's leading surgeons in Asian cosmetic surgery, Dr Peter Kim believes that he is creating 'more beautiful Asian eyes' not more westernised ones.
"In all my years of performing Asian double eyelid surgery, I have never been shown a picture of a western person as an example of the finished product a patient wishes to achieve," he says.
Plastic surgery in general has increased in popularity across all races and nations since its invention, not only amongst the Asian community. This trend indicates that it is an international dissatisfaction with our appearance that drives the popularity of cosmetic surgery and not just a dissatisfaction amongst Asians. A comment made recently by an Asian girl on a negative online article about the Asian cosmetic surgery industry sums it up well.
"Western women are having tans, butt implants and their lips made bigger, I wonder which race of women they are trying to look like?"
While some women and men continue to invest time and money and are happy to put up with considerable amounts of discomfort or even pain in the name of beauty, the for and against commentary will continue. Some would argue that the money spent on fashion, shoes, beauty products and hair styling is no different to that spent on cosmetic procedures. Cosmetic surgery can be seen as an extension of this type of vanity and who can dictate whether it is acceptable to have botox but not to have eyelid surgery or vice versa. Ultimately the decision to undergo any form of enhancement should be left up to the individual whether they are black, white or of Asian descent. Surely anything that makes a person feel better about themselves is a good thing.
The procedure of double eyelid surgery involves creating an eyelid crease which makes the eye appear more open. Around 75% of all Koreans and 50% of all other Asians do not have a double eyelid crease at birth. The process can be carried out in several different ways, some less invasive than others. Recent improvements in technique have seen the development of the durable suture technique which can be done under twilight sedation with a minimum of down time. The procedure involves inserting a row of sutures in the eyelid that are tightened and secured to create the appearance of a permanent crease, or double eyelid.
Surprisingly, it is the Asians living in the western countries that are often more likely to object to the procedure, rather than those still living in Asia. Countries such as Japan and Korea have been fans of the surgery for so long that it is seen as common place. Since the invention of cosmetic surgery, its popularity world wide has been growing. Caucasians undergoing rhinoplasty to correct a roman nose are seldom criticised for their decision, nor are women who undergo breast reductions accused of trying to look more 'Asian'. Large, open eyes have long been seen as a beautiful attribute, and not only Asians desire this look.
One of Australia's leading surgeons in Asian cosmetic surgery, Dr Peter Kim believes that he is creating 'more beautiful Asian eyes' not more westernised ones.
"In all my years of performing Asian double eyelid surgery, I have never been shown a picture of a western person as an example of the finished product a patient wishes to achieve," he says.
Plastic surgery in general has increased in popularity across all races and nations since its invention, not only amongst the Asian community. This trend indicates that it is an international dissatisfaction with our appearance that drives the popularity of cosmetic surgery and not just a dissatisfaction amongst Asians. A comment made recently by an Asian girl on a negative online article about the Asian cosmetic surgery industry sums it up well.
"Western women are having tans, butt implants and their lips made bigger, I wonder which race of women they are trying to look like?"
While some women and men continue to invest time and money and are happy to put up with considerable amounts of discomfort or even pain in the name of beauty, the for and against commentary will continue. Some would argue that the money spent on fashion, shoes, beauty products and hair styling is no different to that spent on cosmetic procedures. Cosmetic surgery can be seen as an extension of this type of vanity and who can dictate whether it is acceptable to have botox but not to have eyelid surgery or vice versa. Ultimately the decision to undergo any form of enhancement should be left up to the individual whether they are black, white or of Asian descent. Surely anything that makes a person feel better about themselves is a good thing.
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