Can I have eyelash extensions during a lower eyelid surgery?

May 18, 2025
Asked By:helloangel

I know it seems like a dumb question but I was wondering if you’re allowed to have lash extensions for a lower eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty)? I’m going on vacation right before my surgery so I was wondering if I have to remove the lash extensions right away like prior to my surgery or if it’s OK to have during my surgery since the surgery is on my lower eyelids.

Answers (8)

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June 2, 2025

Answer: Bleph

Chet Mays, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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June 2, 2025

Answer: Bleph

Chet Mays, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 2, 2025

Answer: Extensions

Anna Bakeman, MDBoard Certified Otolaryngologist
June 2, 2025

Answer: Extensions

Anna Bakeman, MDBoard Certified Otolaryngologist
May 29, 2025

Answer: Eyelash extensions during lower blepharoplasty

Caner Kacmaz, MDPlastic Surgeon
May 29, 2025

Answer: Eyelash extensions during lower blepharoplasty

Caner Kacmaz, MDPlastic Surgeon

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May 22, 2025

Answer: I believe it's best if you could remove the eyelash extensions!

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
May 22, 2025

Answer: I believe it's best if you could remove the eyelash extensions!

Eric M. Joseph, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
May 21, 2025

Answer: Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
May 21, 2025

Answer: Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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