You might be wondering what the recovery from upper blepharoplasty will look like. This article will cover the Pre-op requirements, Postoperative care, Common side effect, and the cost of the procedure. We will also cover the average cost for the procedure. Here are some things you should remember before you undergo your procedure. Listed below are some of the most common post-operative side effects. Expect to experience pain, swelling, and bruising afterward.
Pre-op instructions
A comprehensive eye exam is essential for the safety of the patient and the best possible surgical outcome. Pre-operative testing will be done to determine the patient’s vision, tearfilm stability, and eyelid strength. A visual field test will be performed by the surgeon to determine visual acuity and symmetry of the eyelids. Routinely, a preoperative photograph is taken before any functional or cosmetic blepharoplasty.
The swelling and bruising around your eyes should subside within a few days. Patients can resume normal activities such as contact lenses and eye makeup in a matter of days. For the first week, patients should avoid strenuous activity. Most patients recover in two weeks. A responsible adult should accompany the patient home. The surgeon will go over post-operative instructions with them. Patients are advised to rest for at least 72 hours, and to keep their heads elevated during recovery. Patients are advised to take five to seven days off work, and avoid cosmetics for two weeks.
Post-operative care
In addition to the usual post-operative painkillers, patients should also take cold compresses and ice to reduce swelling. Some patients may experience numbness around their eyes for a few hours. The patient can also use cooling packs shaped for the eyes, as well as frozen peas or corn wrapped securely in plastic. Patients should clean the incision sites and avoid rubbing them on any contaminated objects such as fingers.
Several days after the procedure, you can resume bathing and showering. In the first five day, you can wash your hair with mild shampoo. Ice packs may be used on the eyelids. It is important to avoid applying eye makeup at the surgical site. After four or five days, you can start using eye makeup again. But you should avoid any contact lenses or sunglasses for at least two weeks after your procedure.
Common side effects
Although upper Blepharoplasty is usually performed in an outpatient facility, there may be side effects after surgery. Surgery can cause sensitivity, blurred and double vision, puffy lids, mild pain, double vision, blurred vision, double vision, double vision, and some other side effects. 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.
Swelling and itchiness are common after blepharoplasty, but these are temporary and easily treated. Swelling can be reduced with cold compresses or elevation of the head. Dry eyes and tightness around incisions can be relieved with eye drops and ointments. It is important to avoid eye strain after surgery.
Average cost
The average cost for upper blepharoplasty surgery is $3,200. The cost of an upper blepharoplasty depends on how much skin, fat, or muscle is removed. Patients who combine upper blepharoplasty with another aesthetic surgery may end up paying more than this. Due to the long recovery times for both procedures, it's best that you plan ahead. Recovery time after upper Blepharoplasty can take six weeks.
Although minor swelling andbruising are common following an upper blepharoplasty the effect is usually minimal. Most patients will feel no discomfort after the procedure. It will subside in a few days. For a few days, patients can reduce swelling by applying cool compresses to their scalps and elevating their heads. Although most patients experience minimal bruising, there may be some tenderness for a few more days. Upper blepharoplasty recovery can cost anywhere from $1,500 up to $3,000 on average. You should speak with your cosmetic surgeon about specific costs.