Post-operative Care
Eyelid Aesthetics
Possible Symptoms After Surgery
- Mild pain around the incision area within the first 24-48 hours post-surgery.
- Possible mild conjunctival and corneal congestion causing redness and a gritty sensation in the eyes.
- Bruising and swelling around the eyes.
- Possible difficulty closing and opening the eyelids (limited eyelid movement) due to swelling.
- Tearing and eye discharge may occur.
- The eyelid crease may not look natural in the initial period.
7 Principles
Principles to Adhere to After Surgery
- Apply cold compresses to reduce swelling in the first 24 hours: Use ice packs or a small towel with ice to apply to the wound to quickly reduce swelling and pain and soothe the wound. Cold compresses can be applied for the first 2 to 3 days after surgery, and avoid direct contact of ice or water with the eyelid incisions.
- Maintain a reasonable diet, avoiding spicy and hot foods as they can cause tearing. Avoid beef, chicken, sticky rice, seafood, and water spinach as they may increase the risk of unsightly scarring. Refrain from alcoholic beverages and be cautious with coconut water and pennywort juice as they can easily cause bleeding.
- After blepharoplasty, allow your eyes to rest, limit exposure to television and computer screens, and avoid reading for two weeks post-surgery. Go to bed early before 10 PM to ensure good health, and limit activities that affect the eyes and vision.
- Always take antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor. When going out, wear sunglasses to avoid sunlight and prevent contact with the incisions.
- Do not apply makeup to the eyes until the wounds have fully healed. You should only apply eyebrow pencil and a little lipstick for a fresh look. Once the eyes have recovered and look relatively normal – after 2 months – normal makeup application is usually permissible.
- One month after the eyelid surgery, visit the aesthetic facility for a follow-up examination and care check by the doctor.
- Schedule regular check-ups at 1, 3, and 6 months for the doctor to assess and re-examine your health.
Post-operative Care Stages
Immediately After Surgery
- In the few hours immediately following surgery, the eyes may feel gritty, watery, and very sensitive to light. Therefore, close your eyes and rest to help relax your eyes and mind.
- Do not rub your eyes. Blink gently and avoid squinting or forceful eye movements.
- Eat normally.
1 Week After Surgery
- During this period, the eyes are still sensitive to light, but you should not be overly concerned as this phenomenon will subside after a few weeks.
- One week after surgery, the eyes may not yet accommodate well, so there may still be blurred vision when looking at close distances.
- Use artificial tears and medications as prescribed by your doctor.
- Limit exposure to electronic screens (watching TV, using computers, phones) during the first week after surgery.
- Wash your hands thoroughly before applying eye drops. When applying drops, gently pull down the lower eyelid with your finger to instill the medication, ensuring the dropper tip does not touch the eye.
- Limit going out in the sun. If you must go out, wear sunglasses to protect your eyes.
- Wear protective eye goggles when sleeping to avoid accidentally rubbing your eyes.
- Attend follow-up appointments as scheduled.
1 Month After Surgery
- After 1 week, you can engage in light sports such as walking or gentle yoga movements.
- After one month, avoid participating in strenuous sports or activities.
- Do not participate in activities that risk water splashing into the eyes, such as swimming or sauna, for one month after surgery.
- Do not use eye makeup products such as mascara or eyeliner for one month after surgery. After one month, if you wish to use eye cosmetics, purchase new ones to avoid infection.
- Avoid getting soap or facial cleanser in your eyes. When showering or washing your hair, have a soft, dry cotton towel ready to pat dry, avoiding water from getting into your eyes.
3 Months After Surgery
After 3 months, you must obtain the doctor’s approval if you wish to participate in vigorous activities such as combat sports like racket sports or any activity that risks dust or smoke entering the eyes.
6 Months After Surgery
- Adhere to the correct principles when working directly with a computer. The eyes should be 50-65 cm away from the center of the screen, and the center of the screen should be 3-4 cm lower than the eyes. Work in a well-lit area and choose a large screen with high resolution. Avoid direct light shining on the screen causing glare.
- Maintain a comfortable working posture.
- Do not sit in front of the computer for too long. After about 30 minutes of work, rest your eyes for 2-3 minutes by looking at distant objects.
- Blink frequently. If necessary, use artificial tears (as prescribed by your doctor) to keep your eyes moisturized.
- Do not stay up late and get 7-8 hours of sleep per day.
- The optimal distance from the eyes to the television is a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 3 times the screen size (e.g., for a 40-inch TV, sit approximately 2m-3m away).
Video tutorial detailing post-operative care
Diet After Surgery
Maintain a healthy and balanced diet, eat less fried and stir-fried foods, and regularly consume foods that are good for the eyes.
- Foods rich in Vitamin A: cod liver oil, eggs, milk, etc.
- Rich in beta-carotene: yellow-orange fruits and vegetables, dark green vegetables.
- Rich in Vitamin C: sour fruits, vegetables such as Malabar spinach, broccoli, bok choy, dill, scallions, etc.
- Rich in Vitamin E: vegetable oils, nuts.
- Rich in lutein: spinach, kale, corn, etc.
- Rich in selenium: seafood, grains, meat, eggs, etc.
Frequently Asked Questions After Eyelid Surgery
Does eyelid surgery leave scars?
Eyelid surgery is primarily a procedure to remove excess skin and fat from the eyelids, rejuvenating the eyes and effectively creating double eyelids. This method only requires a small incision of about 2mm and minimal invasiveness under effective local anesthesia.
After the surgery is complete, doctors will close the incision with very fine and precise cosmetic sutures. Therefore, eyelid surgery does not cause significant skin damage. In particular, patients receive detailed instructions from doctors on how to properly care for their eyes after the surgery, helping to prevent scar formation. Along with a reasonable care regimen and diet, even if you have a tendency to scar, scar formation after eyelid surgery is not a major concern.
How long after eyelid surgery will the swelling subside, and when will it heal and look beautiful?
Typically, after double eyelid surgery, your eyelids will experience mild swelling for about 24 hours (This is a normal symptom that any patient undergoing double eyelid surgery will experience). For individuals with good healing ability, the swelling will completely subside about 5 days after the surgery, and the eyelids will look naturally beautiful after 15 days.
Is it okay if my eyelids are swollen and bruised for many days after surgery?
Swelling and bruising after eyelid surgery are completely normal and usually last for 1-4 days, after which the swelling will gradually decrease. However, if it lasts longer, you should immediately return to the beauty facility where the procedure was performed to see the doctor directly for examination, consultation, and appropriate solutions.
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