Transconjunctival laser blepharoplasty of lower eyelids: Asian experience with 1,340 cases.
BACKGROUND
Lower eyelid bulging is a result of the aging process, but it can sometimes be severe in young people. This condition can cause considerable aesthetic problems to many patients.


OBJECTIVE
To determine the effectiveness of transconjunctival laser blepharoplasty in treating Asian skin.


METHODS
Since 1995, our clinic has performed 1,340 procedures to remove the fat bulging of lower eyelids using a carbon dioxide laser.


RESULTS
The most common complaints were edema and transient discomfort and red eye; 82% of the patients were satisfied (1,099 patients rated a score of 3 or 4). The incidence of complications was very low.


CONCLUSIONS
Transconjunctival laser blepharoplasty of lower eyelids is a safe, low-risk procedure with excellent cosmetic results. It makes no visible scar and reduces downtime. This is also good for patients with previous surgical scars on their lower eyelid.
Kim
Sung-Wan
SW
Kim Sung Wan's Dermatology Clinic and Aesthetic Laser Center Departments of Dermatology, SoonChunHyang University, Seoul, Korea.
Kim
Whan-Soo
WS
Cho
Moon-Kyun
MK
Whang
Kyu-Uang
KU
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D019882:Blepharoplasty / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D053685:Laser Therapy; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D012086:Reoperation; D016896:Treatment Outcome