Recovery after Eyelid Surgery

Like lifting a curtain from a window to let in the daylight, blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery can bring a major change to a patient’s vision. Sight is only one benefit of the surgery. Patient’s eyes appear more youthful, without the tired look of drooping that affect a person’s appearance. And though eyelid surgery is a minor procedure, allowing you to head home the same day, it’s necessary to know the steps to take for an easy recovery and maximization of its benefits.

Keep your Head Raised 

After the surgery is finished, you’ll be advised to keep your head elevated or raised higher than the rest of your body. This aids the healing process by decreasing inflammation. Elevating your head is especially important when you sleep because any inflammation could go unnoticed until you wake.

Cold Compression

A cold compress kept on the area around the eyes reduces puffiness for the first few days. It also helps to remove some of the pain after surgery.

Avoid Stress On The Eyes

For the first 15 days after the surgery, you should avoid watching TV, reading, working on the computer or playing video games. It may seem boring, but it reduces overuse and stress on your eyes.  
Protect Your Eyes

After eyelid surgery, your eyes become more delicate, so it’s important to save them from glare dirt and other debris that could get caught in them. Sunglasses help during the day and simple protective lenses or a doctor’s recommendation will give you a convenient and effective option at night.

Use Eye Drops

While recovering, your eyes may feel dry and itchy, but despite how tempting it may be you’ll need to avoid rubbing and itching them. Fortunately, most over-the-counter eye drops are perfectly effective at keeping your eyes well- moisturized and clear. 

Eat Healthy

Eating nutritious food can encourage a smoother recovery and help you see better results in the long run. Choose foods that are rich in vitamin C like citrus fruits, tomatoes and dark, leafy greens and E like nuts, spinach and sweet potatoes— to boost your immune system and recovery.

Above anything else, you need to find a well-reviewed and experienced surgical center to get the best treatment. If you are looking for eyelid surgery, spider vein removal in Los Angeles or any other surgical treatment, LAMC is an excellent resource. LAMC’s expert team is specialized in cosmetic surgeries along with many anti-aging treatments. Consider scheduling your free consultation with LAMC today by calling (213) 353-1552.

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