How Long Will Blepharoplasty Scars and Area Be Numb?

Numbness around the incisions is normal following blepharoplasty and will take a few months to resolve.  Some mild numbness (incisional numbness) when you run your fingers over the scars can persist up to a year or permanently.   Mild dry eye should also be expected following upper and lower blepharoplasty but will improve in a few months as your blink strengthens.  Use natural tears to soothe your eyes in the meantime.   Your surgeon may have discussed these aspects of recovery with you as they are entirely expected.   

Numbness after blepharoplasty will take a few months to go away. I have never had a patient with this being permanent in 35 years of blepharoplasty.

Dry eye is relatively common after eyelid surgery and can persist for a period of time after surgery, often two months but occasionally longer.  Talk with your surgeon about your concerns and also consider seeing your ophthalmologist (Eye MD) about your symptoms.  Treatment is usually in the form of artificial tears and ointment at bedtime when indicated.