IPL Facial After Blepharoplasty?

Question

I have recently had transconjtvl bleph - 6 weeks ago and only have some small amount residual swelling left. I used to get photofacials before the procedure, how long should I wait before getting one again?

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

Ask your surgeon but it should be okay to perform facial IPL 6 weeks after transconjunctival blepharoplasty whereby fat is removed but the skin on the outside is not cut.

Mark Taylor, MD · Answer

IPL is a surface treatment that only affects the top 1 to 2 mm of skin. I do believe there is any serious risk of doing an IPL within 2 to 3 weeks following a blepharoplasty if there is no residual bruising or abnormal skin pigment present.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Six weeks sounds about right in my practice after surgery.  An IP treatment is fairly benign and should be OK.

Robert Shumway, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Six weeks is a reasonable time period.  But why not call your local Cosmetic Surgeon and discuss follow-up?

IPL Facial After Blepharoplasty?

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