Recovering from Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
 Some swelling and discoloration are expected following an Eyelid Lift but usually
subside in five to ten days. Following the procedure, there will be slight
discomfort that can be relieved by medication. You will be given a prescription for
any pain.
After your procedure, ice compresses are applied to the eyelids. Your eyes are
not bandaged. However, medication used during the procedure may cause
blurred vision for one or two hours but clears up rapidly. Ice compresses should
be continued for 24 hours after your procedure. You should remain quiet at home
and keep visitors and telephone calls to a minimum for the first two days.
Bruising around the eyes can be disguised with lightly tinted glasses. You can
purchase and wear these glasses before your procedure so that they will not
draw attention immediately after your surgery. You will be given specific
instructions regarding rest, sleeping position, washing your face and hair, driving
and work involving any eye strain.
A light cosmetic cover-up may be blended onto the lower lids starting four days
after the procedure. Other facial and eyelid makeup for women including
mascara, eye shadow, eyeliner, and artificial eyelashes may be applied seven
days after the procedure. It is important to remove all makeup thoroughly at the
end of the day using an upward motion. You may use oiled eye pads for makeup
removal.
Eyelid stitches are removed four days after surgery.
Remember that an eyelid lift cannot stop the aging process around your eyes.
Although excess skin is removed and wrinkles are diminished, your skin
continues to age. "Bags" beneath the lower eyelids usually do not recur. As you
grow older the skin of the upper lids becomes looser and may create additional
folds in which case an upper lid "touch-up" can be done. In time you may feel the
need to have a second procedure. There is no set limit as to how many eyelid
lifts you may have.
Your eyelid lift is designed to give your eyes the lighter more vigorous
appearance you seek. Be sure to address any questions or concerns about this
procedure to your surgeon immediately. Your health and contentment are the
most important considerations any time.
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