Can I work the day after blepharoplasty?

An eyelid lift or blepharoplasty usually requires five to seven days off work depending on your job. Your final recovery will take several months following your procedure. Light exercise including walking can be undertaken after the first week of surgery. The swelling usually subsides completely in six weeks.

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How long should you rest after eyelid surgery?

Once you undergo eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, you can expect to spend approximately seven to 14 days resting and recovering. Once you reach the two-week point, you can enjoy your new, youthful-looking eye area.

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Can I work on computer after blepharoplasty?

You can work from home by computer or phone the day after your blepharoplasty. The sutures will come out in one week. There can be swelling and bruising around the eyes. You can wear eyeglasses to hide the sutures, or if you do not mind if someone sees you like that, then you can return to work after three days.

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What can you not do after blepharoplasty?

It's important for you to avoid sneezing, coughing, and vomiting (throwing up), as much as you can. These can raise your blood pressure and cause bleeding at your surgical sites. Avoid bending at the waist or lifting items heavier than 5 pounds (2.3 kilograms) for 4 to 6 weeks after your surgery.

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Can you read or watch TV after blepharoplasty?

Avoid activities that raise your blood pressure, including bending, lifting and rigorous sports. Keep activities to a minimum for 3-5 days; avoid strenuous activities for 2-3 weeks. Read or watch television after 2-3 days. Return to work in 10-14 days.

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Can I work from home after eyelid surgery?

Patients work from home by computer or phone the day after their upper blepharoplasty. But the stitches don't come out for one week, and there can be swelling and bruising around the eyes. If you can wear tinted glasses or if you do not mind if someone sees you like that, then you can return to work after three days.

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How long do you have to sleep upright after blepharoplasty?

Sleep in a correct position

After blepharoplasty, we recommend that you sleep on your back with your head elevated for at least 3-4 weeks. This helps reduce eyelid swelling and speeds up recovery.

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What is the fastest way to recover from a blepharoplasty?

Tips for Rapid Recovery
  1. Use an ice pack to reduce swelling. Before your surgery, make sure that you have comfortable ice packs and plenty of gauze on hand for your recovery. ...
  2. Wear sunglasses to protect your eyelids. ...
  3. Get more sleep. ...
  4. Avoid physical exertion. ...
  5. Steer clear of smoking and alcohol.

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How can I make my blepharoplasty heal faster?

5 Tips for a Speedy Recovery After Eyelid Surgery
  1. Follow postsurgical instructions. ...
  2. Take time off work. ...
  3. Use cold compresses. ...
  4. Keep follow-up appointments. ...
  5. Avoid these activities.

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When is swelling the worst after blepharoplasty?

Swelling typically appears shortly after surgery, peaks two to four days after the procedure, and then slowly subsides over the next few days. Some residual swelling may remain for several weeks, but this is typically minor and shouldn't interfere greatly with social commitments.

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Can you go for walks after blepharoplasty?

Physical Exercise after Eyelid Surgery – Blepharoplasty

Walking is one of the best form of exercise after eyelid surgery. Walking in the initial phases of recovery can promote blood circulation, prevent blood clots and lead to a smoother recovery. It will give you a surge of energy as well.

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Can you blink after blepharoplasty?

Since the eyes swell following eyelid surgery, the ability for a patient to blink is affected. Consequently, the cornea is not covered adequately by the tear film, which causes a dry feeling. In some cases, the procedure alters the composition of the tear film, leading to dry eyes.

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How long are eyes sore after blepharoplasty?

Your eyelid may be swollen and bruised for 1 to 3 weeks after surgery. The appearance of your eye may continue to get better for 1 to 3 months. Most people feel ready to go out in public and back to work in about 10 to 14 days.

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Do you need someone to stay with you after eyelid surgery?

An adult should stay with you for at least the first 24 hours after surgery. You should rest with your head elevated in a recliner or with at least 2 pillows for the first 48 hours after surgery. Take the prescribed pain medications before you begin to feel discomfort.

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Why do my eyes look smaller after blepharoplasty?

Answer: Post bleperoplasty swelling

Post surgical swelling of the eyelids always cause the eyes to appear more closed in the early post op phase. As the swelling subsides, they return to a more pleasing and youthful appearance.

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Is A blepharoplasty painful?

Generally, an upper lid blepharoplasty is a non painful procedure that patients can usually have performed, and enjoy a minimal amount of post-operative pain medicine, because the procedure is very mild. It's almost like a skin excision, and the eyelid itself is not particularly painful.

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Can I drink coffee after eyelid surgery?

Reduce caffeine and carbonated drink intake in the first few days. You should abstain from alcohol during the first week following surgery.

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What will I look like after blepharoplasty?

Your eyelids will probably look puffy after surgery. The incisions will probably look red, too. The swelling and bruising involved with blepharoplasty recovery tend to resemble a black eye. That is all normal.

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Will I be able to close my eyes after blepharoplasty?

A rare complication after blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) can rob patients of something that most of us take for granted: the ability to fully close the eyes. Unfortunately, this problem, known as lagophthalmos, can make the simplest tasks like sleeping or showering extremely difficult.

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How often should you ice after blepharoplasty?

Especially for the first 48 hours after surgery, you should ice as much as possible while you're awake. Doing so will help ease discomfort and bring down your swelling. The rule of thumb is to ice for 20 minutes, and then take a ten minute break.

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Do eyes look bigger after blepharoplasty?

Can Eyelid Surgery Make Your Eyes Look Bigger? Yes. Double eyelid surgery (upper and lower blepharoplasty) can make your eyes look bigger by excising excess skin around the eyes and lifting sagging skin.

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Is blepharoplasty minor surgery?

Blepharoplasty is a minimally invasive procedure that dramatically improves appearance and reduces droopy, baggy eyelids. Aging changes around the eyelid are due to several factors: excess skin, sun exposure, gravity, heredity and thinning and laxity of skin.

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What can you eat after blepharoplasty?

Diet: You should drink clear liquids immediately following your surgery. The day after surgery, you should begin slowly advancing to a solid diet, starting with bland foods. If you experience any nausea or vomiting, resume a clear diet for another 24 hours.

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Can I work the day after eye surgery?

Most people are able to return to work or their normal routine in 1 to 3 days. After your eye heals, you may still need to wear glasses, especially for reading.

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Can you cry after blepharoplasty?

For three to four weeks after blepharoplasty, you should avoid lifting, bending and crying, to avoid irritation to your eyes. You should also not exercise or play sport during this time, as this increases blood flow to the area which can impede the healing process.

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