Contacts and Latisse with Blepharoplasty

Michael Baroody, MD answers: Using contacts and Latisse after Blepharoplasty?

I am 50 years old and having Blepharoplasty done under local anesthesia (upper lids only - fat and skin removal). I am using Latisse and wear contacts daily as I have very poor eyesight.

How long will I have to wait before I can begin to wear my contacts again? And how long before I can begin to use Latisse after my surgery?


Michael Baroody, MD
6 months ago
By Michael Baroody, MD - Danbury Plastic Surgeon

Suzi,

I have my patients wait 7 days before resuming the use of contacts.  The reasons include

1.  Your eyes may be more dry for a short time after the procedure

2.  Swelling of the upper eyelid may dislodge the contact

3.  You may disrupt the sutures when attempting to place the contact

Latisse may occasionally cause irritation of the skin when applied to the base of the eyelash. Because of post-procedure inflammation, your skin may be more susceptible.  I would wait 2 weeks until the bruising and swelling have completely resolved; and the incision line has had time to heal.

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