How do I treat a scab under my eye following a lower blepharoplasty?

January 30, 2014
Asked By:Realselfuser

I had a lower (and upper) blepharoplasty 2 weeks ago and my disposable sutures are still visible. I assume that I just have to wait that out but there is also a small scab over part if the incision and I'm not sure what to do about it. I'm afraid to pick at it and cause it to bleed but I've also read (here) that scabs=scars. Is there something I can do to expedite healing and/or how shall I treat this?

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