You might be wondering what the recovery from upper blepharoplasty will look like. This article will explain what to expect during the recovery process, how to care for your eyes, side effects, costs, and more. The average cost of the procedure will be discussed. Here are some points to keep in mind prior to your procedure. These are the most common side affects after surgery. After surgery, you can expect to feel swelling, bruising, pain, and other side effects.
Pre-op requirements
To ensure safety and best results, comprehensive eye exams are necessary prior to any surgery. The surgeon will conduct pre-operative tests to assess the patient's eyesight, tear film stability, strength, and ability to close their eyelids. The surgeon will also perform a visual field test to assess visual acuity, symmetry of the palpebral fissures, and any previous eyelid surgery. Preoperative photos are taken routinely before any functional eyelid surgery.
Typically, the swelling and bruising around the eyes will go down after a few days, and patients will be able to resume normal activities, such as eye makeup and contact lenses. For the first week, patients should avoid strenuous activity. Most patients recover in two weeks. Responsible adults should accompany the patient to their home. Post-operative instructions will be reviewed with them by the surgeon. Patients should restrict their activities for 72-hours and keep their heads up while recovering. Patients should rest for five to seven day and refrain from using cosmetics for at least two week.
After-op care
The usual post-operative painkillers are recommended, but patients may also need to use cold compresses to reduce swelling. For a few days, they may feel numb around their eyes. Patients can also use eye-shaped cooling packs or frozen peas or corn wrapped in sterile plastic. They should keep the incision sites clean and avoid rubbing them with any contaminated objects, such as fingers.
After several days, you are able to continue showering and washing your hair. For the first 5 days, you will be able to wash your hair using mild shampoo. You may also use ice packs for the eyelids. It is important to avoid applying eye makeup at the surgical site. After four to five days, eye makeup can be applied again. But you should avoid any contact lenses or sunglasses for at least two weeks after your procedure.
Common side effects
Upper blepharoplasty can be done in an outpatient setting. However, there are common side effects that may occur after the surgery. You may experience sensitivity to light, blurred or double vision, slight pain, puffy eyes, double vision, double vision, blurred vision, and a slight blurred vision. A driver will be needed to take you home. You should also refrain from smoking for two weeks prior to the surgery. Smoking can delay healing, and can increase the risk of infection.
However, swelling and itching after blepharoplasty are temporary and can be treated quickly. Swelling can be reduced with cold compresses or elevation of the head. Dry eyes, tightness around the incisions and irritations can all be eased by eye drops and ointments. After surgery, you should avoid activities that strain your eyes, such as reading, long periods of television viewing, and contact lenses.
Average cost
The average cost for an upper-blepharoplasty is approximately $3,200. The cost of an upper blepharoplasty depends on how much skin, fat, or muscle is removed. Patients who combine upper and lower blepharoplasty with other aesthetic procedures may be charged more. Because both procedures require a lengthy recovery period, it is best to plan ahead. Six weeks is the average recovery time for upper blepharoplasty.
Although mild swelling and some bruising can occur after an upper Blepharoplasty procedure, these are rare. The discomfort will disappear in a few weeks and most patients will experience no discomfort. Cool compresses can be used to reduce swelling. Patients may also elevate their heads for a few more days. Although most patients experience minimal bruising, there may be some tenderness for a few more days. The average cost of upper blepharoplasty recovery may range from $1,500 to $3,000, and you should check with your cosmetic surgeon for specific estimates.