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Brian K. Brzowski, 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?


Brian K. Brzowski, MD
6 months ago
By Brian K. Brzowski, MD - Ogden Plastic Surgeon

Suzi,

The best advice would come from the surgeon performing your surgery.  Ask him or her. 

You want to be following the advice of the person doing your surgery.  That way, if any questions or problems come up afterwards, you are already communicating with the individual who knows the most about your procedure and whom you've trusted to operate on you.

Having said that, contacts might not fit well for a little while after your procedure because of the swelling, and you'll most certainly want to give the incisions a few weeks to heal before starting back on the Latisse.

Good luck!

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