How long does it really take to recover from upper and lower bleph? I had it done less than a month ago, and all the research I have done on the web, says "You should be back to work in 7 days". It does not address long term healing. I am not healed yet, and my eyes don't look right yet. The bags below are still visible. I am interested to hear about the long term healing aspect of this surgery.
November 24, 2018
Answer: How long does it take to recover from Blepharoplasty Thank you for sharing your question. It usually take about 2 weeks for patients not to look like they had surgery. Swelling improves over 6 months as well as the scars appearance. I hope this helps.Good luck,
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November 24, 2018
Answer: How long does it take to recover from Blepharoplasty Thank you for sharing your question. It usually take about 2 weeks for patients not to look like they had surgery. Swelling improves over 6 months as well as the scars appearance. I hope this helps.Good luck,
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July 12, 2016
Answer: Eyelid Surgery Recovery Thank you for your question. We advise a recovery period, of 5 - 7 days, for an upper eyelids and two weeks for lower lids. For patients who bruise easily, recovery may be slightly longer. Cool whitchazel compresses (dampen cotton pads with whitchazel, cooled in the fridge), post surgery, are very helpful in reducing swelling and providing relief. Sleep with your head elevated, for the first few nights, this will also aid in reducing swelling. Best of Luck!
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July 12, 2016
Answer: Eyelid Surgery Recovery Thank you for your question. We advise a recovery period, of 5 - 7 days, for an upper eyelids and two weeks for lower lids. For patients who bruise easily, recovery may be slightly longer. Cool whitchazel compresses (dampen cotton pads with whitchazel, cooled in the fridge), post surgery, are very helpful in reducing swelling and providing relief. Sleep with your head elevated, for the first few nights, this will also aid in reducing swelling. Best of Luck!
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March 23, 2014
Answer: Healing from Eyelid Surgery There are different stages to healing from any surgery. Majority of the bruising/swelling resolves within the 7-14 days. The muscles and other structures can take up to 3 months to recover and "settle". Majority of the scarring is complete in first 3 months, although complete healing/remodeling of the scar take up to a year. For most patients, what is most important is the obvious signs of surgery (bruising/swelling) which last 7-14 days.
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March 23, 2014
Answer: Healing from Eyelid Surgery There are different stages to healing from any surgery. Majority of the bruising/swelling resolves within the 7-14 days. The muscles and other structures can take up to 3 months to recover and "settle". Majority of the scarring is complete in first 3 months, although complete healing/remodeling of the scar take up to a year. For most patients, what is most important is the obvious signs of surgery (bruising/swelling) which last 7-14 days.
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