Abstract
Background
Double eyelid blepharoplasty is a popular procedure among Asian population. Double eyelid shape is important to achieving high satisfaction rate. Currently, there lacks large sample survey and detailed analysis on preferred double eyelid shape. This study aims to investigate the double eyelid shape preference using the “in-fold,” “on-fold,” and “out-fold” classification and analyze the preferred shape of different demographic groups.
Methods
A large sample survey was conducted with a questionnaire of nine questions in three sections: demographic characteristics, desired double eyelid shape, and assessment of the classification. The preference for each type of double eyelid shape was analyzed and compared among different groups.
Results
A total of 11153 (9698 female and 1455 male) respondents finished the questionnaire, including 382 plastic surgeons. In-fold double eyelid was the most popular choice overall. Out-fold was the least preferred, except for specific groups such as actors and heavy makeup wearers. No significant difference was observed between the preference of patients and plastic surgeons. The majority of respondents cared much about postoperative double eyelid shape and considered the classification useful.
Conclusions
In-fold was the most preferred double eyelid shape, especially for patients who met one or more of the following criteria: male, older than 40, divorced, or housewives. However, heavy makeup wearers or actors/actresses tend to prefer out-fold double eyelids. The “in-fold,” “on-fold,” and “out-fold” classification was precise and beneficial to doctor–patient communication.
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Li, Z., Zhang, S., Yu, J. et al. Double Eyelid Shape Preference: A Large Sample Survey. Aesth Plast Surg 46, 2287–2294 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00266-022-02880-0
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