WHAT IS THE RECOVERY TIME FOR EYELID SURGERY?
Recovery after routine upper or lower eyelid surgery is quite rapid. Patients experience surprisingly little discomfort, bruising or swelling, most of which usually subsides within a few days to one week. Most sutures dissolve and the rest are removed 4- 5days after surgery. Make-up can be applied shortly thereafter and in most cases, in about 10 days. If the lower blepharoplasty is performed from behind the eyelid (the transconjunctival approach), the sutures are self-absorbing and do not have to be removed. Infrequently, some patients may experience tearing or dryness that usually resolves within the first few weeks after surgery. Actors, models and others who appear in the public eye can resume camera appearances a few weeks after surgery. The elimination of the excessive sagging skin and fat around the eyes produces a more rested and youthful appearance. This is why eyelid surgery has continued to have consistently pleasing and satisfying results with a high rate of patient satisfa
