Phuket Health Tips Phuket Health & Travel Vaccination Exchange Rate Hotel Info	Select Other Programs - - - Plastic Surgery - - - Upper Eyelid Surgery Lower Eyelid Surgery Rhinoplasty Augmentation Chin Shaving Liposuction Breast Augmentation Breast Lift Brow Lift Abdominoplasty Sex Reassignment Surgery - - - Cosmetic Dentistry - - - Porcelain Laminate Veneers All-Ceramic Crown         Service Information Recovery At first the incisions will probably be red and somewhat bumpy. Eventually, the resulting scar should become flat and inconspicuous.  Your sutures (stitches) will be removed sometime within the first week. The swelling and discoloration around your eyes will gradually subside, and you'll start to look and feel better each day. Swelling and bruising varies considerably from person to person.  Bruising typically disappears within seven to ten days. Within the first week you will be permitted to use makeup, if desired, to conceal any discoloration. Your vision may continue to be somewhat blurry for a few days or longer. Your eyes may be temporarily sensitive to light, and you may experience excess tearing or dryness. You may receive eyedroppers to help relieve any burning or itching. Results This surgery will make eyes look brighter, larger, and more rested by removing loose skin, stretched muscle, and excess fat. In some people this procedure will improve vision by removing the excessive skin of the upper eyelids which can hang down and interfere with peripheral vision. Eyes will look more youthful. The surgery of lower lids should smooth out bulges, take away fat bags from under eyes, and make the skin snugger. One will look rested, and people will see your face instead of focusing on your unsightly lower lids. The results tend to be long lasting. It is most common to have this surgery between ages 38 and 50. Hospital Admission This depends on your preferences as well as your surgeon's. Lower eyelid blepharoplasty can be performed on an out patient basis, in the hospital, or in an ambulatory surgical suite under either general or local anesthesia. Anesthetic General or Local Anesthesia. Pre Operative Care - Inform us about any allergies, any serious medical condition(s), and all medications you are taking (both prescription and non-prescription). - Avoid aspirin and aspirin-containing medicines for two weeks prior to surgery. Post Operative Care For the first week, you'll need to avoid activities that dry the eyes, including reading, watching television, wearing contacts, and using a computer.  Also avoid excessive blinking, which leads to increased swelling. You should also wear dark sunglasses for a couple of weeks to protect your eyes from wind and sun irritation. The eyes may tire easily for several weeks; frequent naps are helpful. For the first three or four weeks, you should avoid any activity that increases blood flow to the eyes, including bending, lifting, crying and sports. Your surgeon will let you know when you are ready for exercise. Also avoid drinking alcohol, which can lead to fluid retention and delay recovery.       1 | 2 | 3
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