Recovery Time & Risks for Eyelid Lifts Surgery

Is there any surgery that doesn't have risks? No, every surgey has its share of risks, and so does eyelid surgery. But yes it is a comparatively simple operation. below are mentioned a few points that should be taken into consideration before deciding to go for eye lid surgery just in case there are any issues the surgeon will be happy to address your issues

Risks Posed to Eyelid Surgery

Primarily you might encounter some small side effects like a problem in your vision it can be doubled or blurred. Few patients also complain of irritation in the eye or excessive water flow from the eye or even a minor unevenness in the shape and size of the eye.

These issues are temporary in nature and there is no need to worry. Some issues are of dryness in eye, difficulty in closing eye, or even prominent scars.

In majority of the cases all these problems get cured own their own within alittle days but just in case the problem is still there further medical attention is required.

A more serious issue, which stands a rare chance, is that of bleeding behind the eye which increases the pressure near the eye and calls for rectification by medical procedures.

Post eyelid surgery there are a few conditions that can lead to medical complications, which should be discussed with the surgeon before surgery. A few such conditions are dry eyes, problems with thyroid, tension, heart disease and sugar problems. Please let your surgeon know about these complications so that the case can be handled accordingly.

Post Operation & Recovery period

After the operation when you open your eyelids they tend to feel tight and there is a great possibility for them to feel sore with a burning sensation. Swelling remains for a few weeks and bruising is there for ten days minimum.

In order to fasten the recovery procedure keep your head high with the help of pillows in such a position that it is above your heart level when you are lying down. Application of cold compressors or ice will help reduce swelling. Consumption of alcohol is not advised. Intake of alcohol can delay the process of recovery.

Stitches will be removed between 3 to 5 days of operation. The eye area has to be cleaned often for 7 to 10days after the procedure, as the eyes tend to become more sticky and itchy. The surgeon may also advise to use eye drops as a lubricant to cope up with dryness in the eye.

Wearing of contact lenses for a period of 7 to 14 days of operation is not advised. Wearing large sunglasses is rather beneficial as they cover the complete eye portion and protect the eye, as initially the eye will be very sensitive to sunlight and dust for many weeks post operation.

Your doctor will make you clear on these entire points prior you go in for the surgery so that you can overcome your anxiety.