Much controversy exists around Asian facial surgery. Many people view such surgery, typically eyelid surgery, as an attempt to look more Westernized. However, for the vast majority of Asian patients seeking eyelid surgery, the desire is simply to create a defined and stable platform of skin above the lashes ﾖ not to affect the shape of the Asian eye. The surgery most commonly performed is called double eyelid surgery. This surgery creates a defined eyelid crease that is sometimes absent in the Asian eye. Many people view a defined eyelid crease as allowing the face to more exactly express emotion. Many surgeons are experienced in the double eyelid surgery procedure. If you're considering this surgery, it's important to choose a doctor with significant experience in this area. Be certain to ask to see before and after pictures of patients, and talk to other Asian patients who have used the surgery for this type of procedure. In addition, be sure that your surgeon has a thorough understanding of your expectations of the surgery.