Can I apply a thin layer of coconut oil or other natural oil after on my eyelids after blepharoplasty?

December 4, 2013
Asked By:FLBull17

I had upper/lower blepharoplasty 7 days ago, and my sutures were removed at day 6. The suture lines feel tight, particularly when I laugh or smile. Is it too early to begin using a natural oil (like coconut oil or rose hips oil) on my suture lines? My surgeon said to not use Neosporin as this could irritate the suture lines. I've applied a very thin layer of coconut oil to deep cuts to reduce scarring (with fantastic results), but I wasn't sure if this would be appropriate for incision scars.

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February 22, 2015

Answer: Some patients like to use the natural oils on their skin after surgery.

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John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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February 22, 2015

Answer: Some patients like to use the natural oils on their skin after surgery.

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John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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December 6, 2013

Answer: Please check with your surgeon.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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December 6, 2013

Answer: Please check with your surgeon.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
December 5, 2013

Answer: Coconut oil on eyelids after blepharoplasty

Michael I. Echavez, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
December 5, 2013

Answer: Coconut oil on eyelids after blepharoplasty

Michael I. Echavez, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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