I have had cataract surgery in both eyes. Will surgery in upper and lower lids be safe?

 It’s common to perform Blepharoplasty after cataract surgery. However,
one should wait at least 6 months and consult with an ophthalmologist to prevent or minimize a
dry eye problem. This should be done in the

hands of a Board Certified Plastic
Surgeon with expertise in cosmetic surgery.

Yes it is ok to proceed with upper and lower blepharoplasties as long as your opthamologist has cleared you. It is vital to do your research prior to proceeding with your procedure. One way to start is to visit ASPS website which will provide you with board certified plastic surgeons in your region. Good luck.

 Upper and lower blepharoplasty can be done usually 4 to 6 weeks after cataract surgery. Check with your ophthalmologist to be certain. Make sure you see a very experienced blepharoplasty surgeon for your eyelids.       

You should try to wait at least 3-4 months.   Some patients will get a little ptosis after a cataract extraction from the lid speculum stretching the muscle.  This will often resolve after a few months.  If you have no ptosis you could do it sooner. 

It is best to discuss with your ophthalmologist but in general, it is safe to undergo eyelid surgery about 3 months after cataract surgery although it could be done as early as 1 month. 

 Many patients who have had cataract surgery undergo blepharoplasty. I still Would check with  your ophthalmologist to make sure there's not something unusual  aboutyour situation.

If you have had cataract surgery you can still have upper and lower eyelid surgery.  I would recommend seeing a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.

Cataract surgery does not preclude you from having safe eyelid surgery.  You must make sure you see an experienced eyelid surgeon who will make the proper recommendations for the eyelid surgery.  Oculoplastic surgeons specialize specifically in this area.  Good luck.

We have successfully performed an upper and lower blepharoplasty many times after cataract surgery. It's probably best to wait at least 6 months to make sure all the swelling has subsided from cataract surgery before undergoing elective cosmetic eyelid surgery.

We perform surgery on many adults who have had previous cataract surgery and they do fine.  One thing to be aware of, you can have some change in your refraction after eyelid surgery, depending on how severe the eyelids are before surgery. Anytime you change the position of the eyelid or weight of the eyelid, this can cause changes in the shape of the cornea.  In most cases where this happens, just having your glasses changed after you are fully healed will correct any vision changes.