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Chin-Ho Wong¹, Michael Ku Hung Hsieh², Fu-Chan Wei³

¹W Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, Mount Elizabeth Novena Specialist Center, 38 Irrawaddy Road, Singapore, 329563, Singapore. drwong@waesthetics.com.

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Summary

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This study details an open incision hinge technique for Asian upper blepharoplasty. It uses a vascularized orbital septum flap to create dynamic double eyelids, offering predictable and crisp results.

Keywords:

Asian Cosmetic Crease Double eyelid Incision Open Oriental Surgery Upper eyelid

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Plastic Surgery
Ophthalmology
Aesthetic Surgery

Background:

Asian upper blepharoplasty is a frequent cosmetic procedure.
Both incisional and suture techniques exist, with incisional methods offering greater versatility.
Predictable and reproducible outcomes are crucial for diverse Asian patient anatomy and aesthetic goals.

Purpose of the Study:

To present a detailed open incision hinge upper blepharoplasty technique.
To demonstrate the creation of dynamic upper eyelid creases in Asian patients.
To highlight surgical refinements for precise and predictable outcomes.

Main Methods:

Detailed description of the open incision hinge upper blepharoplasty technique.
Utilizing surgical videos to illustrate technical nuances.
Employing a vascularized orbital septum flap to connect eyelid lamellae.

Main Results:

The technique creates a fibrous extension from the levator aponeurosis to the dermis.
A secure connection between posterior and anterior lamella is achieved.
Predictable creation of dynamic and crisp upper eyelid creases.

Conclusions:

The open incision hinge technique effectively recreates natural double eyelid anatomy.
This method provides a reliable approach for Asian upper blepharoplasty.
The use of a vascularized orbital septum flap ensures durable eyelid crease formation.