Can I Leave my Eyelash Extensions on During Tummy Tuck?

During a tummy tuck the only area being worked on is your abdomen so the eyelash extensions should not be a problem to leave on. However, while your are sleep your eyes are protected by placing a tape over the eyelis to keep them closed. So make sure you let your anaesthesiologist know so they can avoid putting tape on your eyelash extensions.

Hi there- Leaving your extensions in place should not present a problem for your surgeon or the anesthesia personnel, or compromise your safety. It is important for you to know, however, that in order to protect your eyes during the surgery, it is common practice to tape your eyelids closed, and it is very difficult to do this without the tape contacting your eyelashes here or there- and when the tape is removed, it is possible that s few of your extensions may come with it... I have many patien more

From a surgeon's point of view, no problem. You should find out from the anesthesiologist because they may have a problem with it.  Sometimes there

Should not be a problem at all.  Just be sure to tell the entire surgical team so that they can protect the lashes and your eyes. sei

There is no problem with wearing eyelash extensions during a mini tummy tuck or any procedure on the body.  It will not interfere with the surgery nor the anesthesia. Good luck with your surgery.

I think it's fine to keep your eyelash extensions in place. Just make sure you tell the anesthesiologist that you have them so they can be careful. All patients have their eyes "taped" closed for protection during any surgery, this is done by the anesthesiologist. There is a chance that in doing so the extensions may be damaged. As long as you are aware of that -- it's up to you. If you feel better about removing them prior to the surgery, that is ok too. I would also recommend... more