Sometimes, black eyes are due to many factors that can thin your blood or make you bleed more during surgery and afterwards. Genetics, medications, technique of the surgery, etc can all play a part. When you ooze more during and after your procedure, you will tend to develop more bruising. Two months is... more
Black eyes after facelift surgery
I had a facelift on October 27. It has been 2 months, and I still have black eyes. My surgeon said that they usually go away after 2 weeks. However, I feel as though I'll have black eyes forever. Instead of feeling good about my facelift, I just see the black eyes. Will they ever go away? Does it just take time?
5 answers to “Black eyes after facelift surgery”
A: I would follow-up with your doctor
I agree that its been quite a long time since your surgery to still have bruising. It's impossible to give a real answer without pictures before and after. Please follow up with your surgeon.
A: Black eyes 2 mos after facelift?
It is unusul to have residual brusiing 2 months after a facelift. Circles around the eyes is not uncommon for some people. They can be due to thin skin. Sometimes hydroquinone can be helpful. If it is truly bruising and not just dark circles I think you just have to let it subside on its own.
A: Arnica Montana may help
Hello C, I would agree that the time it has taken is longer than the usual course for bruising to go away. Also please do continue to follow with your Physician - it is possible you had a more extensive facelift (ie. midface or cheek lift) that would account for bruising by the eyes. However, everyone is a... more
A: No good explanation without seeing a picture
Since a facelift doesn't involve your eyes directly, I can't give you a good answer. Assuming you went to an excellent doctor, I would recommend you stick close to them and they will help you through what sounds like a longer than usual recovery. Cover-up, and various topical treatments and massage can... more
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