Can you wear your eyeglasses after face and neck lift surgery?

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I am very nearsighted and have a really hard time without my glasses. I am scheduled for surgery in September and it just occurred to me that wearing glasses might be a problem. Is it?

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Wearing eyeglasses can be problematic, especially in the initial stages of your recovery. Your face is fragile and the slightest pressure over time can slightly change your appearance. I suggest that you consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon.Best wishes,

Scott C. Sattler, MD, FACS · Answer

Wearing eyeglasses after a face and neck lift should be fine - there is generally some suturing or staples placed behind the ears in some face/neck lift patients, but these should not impede the ability to wear glasses.

Michael Boggess, MD · Answer

Hello.  Thank you for your question.  You should be able to still wear your glasses during the postoperative period with some modifications.  You can tape the ear pieces of the glass frame to the outside of your compression bandages during the first week so that the glasses don't dig into your incisions around the ears.  After the first week, you just have to be really careful putting your glasses gently over the ears so that they do not aggravate your incisions.  That is my opinion.  However, I would suggest asking this question to your primary surgeon, because they may differ in how they want you to handle this.  Best of luck.

Paul L. Leong, MD, FACS · Answer

If wearing eye glasses is part of your daily routine and imperative for you to be able to see, then by all means, you should continue to wear your eyeglasses post face lift surgery. With that being said, it's good to note that due to facial swelling post surgery, your glasses could feel tighter to the face, simply making the act of wearing the glasses uncomfortable for you-if this is the case, it's not a bad idea to limit the amount of time you wear the glasses in the first week or so following the procedure. Please also keep in mind that it is imperative to not irritate the sutures much (which tend to be located behind or near your ear area and temples). If you find that your eye glasses are causing too much irritation to the suture area, then again, you should think about limiting the amount of time that you wear the glasses in order to allow the suture site to properly heal. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this, please make sure to bring it up to your surgeon either before surgery or at your first post-op visit.

Louis C. Cutolo, Jr., MD, FACS · Answer

You can wear your glasses after a facelift.  You might have trouble on the first night depending on the type of dressing that is applied.  I would advise you to make sure that the glasses are not rubbing directly on the sutures.  If the glasses are irritating, then gauze can be used to provide some padding

Tom D. Wang, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi there, it sort of depends on your surgeon's technique.  In our practice, since we do not use any drains or tubes, our patients may wear their eyeglasses immediately after surgery.  You should of course check with your surgeon for the most definitive answer for your situation.  Best wishes for a smooth recovery!

R. Scott Yarish, MD · Answer

Most of my patients have their eyes done along with facelift and they MUST use glasses instead of contacts.  It's best if you use an old pair of glasses that are stretched or loose so they don't put too much pressure on swollen areas.

J. Douglas Robertson, MD, FACS · Answer

You should be able to use your eyeglasses after surgery.  However, you do need to be careful when putting the glasses on or taking them off as to not disrupt the sutures.  The glasses may also fit snugly after surgery due to swelling.  Talk to your surgeon about your concern so that you know what to expect after surgery.

Dean P. Kane, MD, FACS · Answer

Dear zazusmom:No worries. Use your glasses. Discuss with the surgeon or his surgical team the proper placement and proper disinfection of where your glasses hit the skin or cross an incision. All the best with your surgery!

Ernest Robinson, MD · Answer

Generally, eyeglasses can be worn after a facelift.  You may experience some irritation around the ears and temples if your glasses rub on these areas.If you feel uncomfortable, bring your eyeglasses to your surgeon to determine this.  If you are wearing a chin strap you can usually place the temple aspects of eyeglass over the bandage.  Address this issue at your pre-operative visit.

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