Asian eyelid surgery is a type of plastic surgery. Some surgeons refer to it as Asian blepharoplasty. It may also be called double eyelid surgery. To some surgeons blepharoplasty is an older operation for both Europeans and Occidentals. It is a rejuvenation process requested more frequently by those between 40 and 60 years of age. Asian eyelid surgery, on the other hand, is most requested by young Asians in their teens, 20s and 30s. Both types of eyelid surgery are cosmetic procedures. They are to reshape the eyes. Asian eyelid surgery has as its goal to create a new crease in the eyelid or to alter or enhance the present qualities of the eyelid. The amount of fat removed during the operation is minimal. The techniques utilized depend upon the extent of the procedure and the surgeon. While many consider Asian eyelid surgery as referring only to procedures for the upper eyelid crease, lower Asian eyelid surgery is possible. Asian eyelid surgery is a legal form of plastic surgery. To avoid involvement in a malpractice suit and medical complications, be sure to choose a surgeon accredited with the American Board of plastic Surgeons or the Royal College of Physicians and colleges of Canada.