How to clean sutures/wounds after blepharoplasty?

Question

Do i need to clean wound with water before applying ointment each time? I am second day post op

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBA · Answer

Every surgeon has his or her protocols for incision care.  I would recommend hydrogen peroxide and water mix twice daily followed by a thin layer of bacitracin ointment.  For the most accurate info consult your plastic surgeon.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

Only your surgeon should dictate wound care. In my practice I asked the patient's keep the area clean was soap and water. I don't really have them apply any particular emollient.

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

You just apply ointment on the sutures.  Can wash your face gently after 2 days.  No scrubbing.  Otherwise leave it alone.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

#Blepharoplasty: post operative careI usually have my patients use dilute peroxide or bottled water,Use a sunscreen with a skin-protection factor (SPF) of at least 30 on your eyelids when outside, and continue to do so for at least 6 months after surgery. You may apply makeup in addition to sunscreen on your eyelids the day after the incisions are closed which is approximately 7 days.

Mark Hamilton, MD · Answer

Every surgeon is different in their recommendations. Most, however, like myself recommend cleaning first with hydrogen peroxide and then applying ointment. Use a small amount on a q-tip and then lightly dry it before applying the antibiotic ointment. A video on post blepharoplasty cleaning and be found on my web site.The most important thing is to follow your surgeon's instructions- I would highly recommend contacting them to confirm exactly how you should be caring for your blepharoplasty incisions

William McClure, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Every surgeon has his or her preference. I allow my patients to shampoo and shower the next day, gently wiping their eyelids. Dried secretions can be gently removed with warm water and/or hydrogen peroxide. Plain petroleum jelly is soothing and keeps the skin around the sutures moisturized. Congratulations on having a blepharoplasty.

How to clean sutures/wounds after blepharoplasty?

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