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FREE supplies after Eyelid Surgery for our patients
- Ophthalmic (eye) antibiotic ointment will provide FREE after Eyelid surgery
- Special Surgical tape.
- Hydrogen Peroxide 3%
- Tylenol® supply for first couple of day will provide to you FREE
- Special one pair of ice-cold glasses will be provided to you FREE after completion of Surgery
How should I prepare for surgery?
- Stop smoking cigarettes 4 weeks before surgery.
- Stop chewing tobacco 4 weeks before surgery
- No alcohol 24 hours before surgery.
- Stop all anti-aging products around the eyes (Retin-A/tretinoin) 1 week before surgery
What are my post-operative instructions?
General guidelines:
- If you have IV anesthesia you will need someone to drive you home after surgery and help you at home for 1 day
- Get plenty of rest.
Follow a balanced diet.
- Exercising less may lead to constipation, so you may want to add raw fruit to your diet, and drink more fluids.
- Even when not taking pain medications, avoid alcohol for 3 weeks after surgery. Alcohol causes fluid to build-up in your body.
- Do not smoke. Smoking delays healing and increases the risk of complications.
Medications:
- Tylenol ® (acetaminophen) may be enough for your pain.
- Do not take aspirin or any products containing aspirin, unless approved by your surgeon.
What should my activity level be?
- It is recement to start walking as soon as possible. This helps reduce swelling, lowers the chance of blood clots and pneumonia and lowers the risk of constipation.
In general, it is okay to return to work in 5-7 days, though please follow any individualized restrictions that your surgeon discusses with you
- Avoid the following for 7 days after surgery:
- Lifting heavy objects (over 10 pounds)
- Bending at the waist
- Avoid activities that raise your blood pressure, such as vigorous sports that can cause overheating for 2 weeks.
- Avoid swimming, hot tubs, and saunas for 3 weeks
Other instructions for 24-48 hours after surgery:
- You may shower 24 hours after surgery. (Incision may get wet in the shower but do not constantly have the shower water run directly on the incision.)
- Blot dry the incisions after your shower. Do not wipe. (As the incisions are healing, they can be accidentally opened.)
- Use warm water only.
- Keep your head elevated with 2-3 pillows while sleeping for the first 2 nights after surgery. You may want to sleep in a recliner.
- Use ice packs the first 48 hours after surgery to decrease swelling
- Do not use any essential oils on incision.
Other instructions for 3-7 days after surgery:
- Clean the upper eyelid incision with half peroxide and half water three times per day for 3 days and then switch to soap and water. Do not get solution in the eye.
- After each cleaning, please apply the ophthalmic (eye) antibiotic ointment) to the upper and lower eye lid incisions to help soften crusts for 6 days
- Keep incisions open to air.
Other instructions for 2 weeks-1 year after surgery:
- Avoid wearing contact lens for 2 weeks after surgery.
- You may use make-up and sunblock after 3 weeks once the incision is totally closed, healed and pink.
- You may use anti-aging products around the eyes1 month after surgery.
- Do not use any essential oils on incision.
- Avoid exposing scars to sun for at least 6 months.
- Always use a strong sunblock if sun exposure is unavoidable. (SPF 50 or greater).
What should I expect the eyelid to look like?
- The morning of the second day will show the most swelling and discoloration. It is not unusual for one eye to be more swollen or discolored than the other is.
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The following are all normal concerns and will go away with full healing:
- Watery eyes
- Burning
- Tightness
- Itching
- Tingling
- Puffiness
- Red and bumpy incision lines
- A slight amount of bloody drainage from the incision is normal. If you have fresh, red blood that saturates more than one gauze dressing pad every 10- 20 minutes, please contact our clinic.
- If you have non-dissolvable sutures they will be removed in 5-10 days
- Dissolvable sutures dissolve anywhere in the span of 10 days to 3 weeks.
What follow-up care will I receive?
Follow-up visits will be scheduled for you Free of charge.
When should I call my doctor?
Call you doctor if you notice any of the symptoms below:
- Increased swelling or bruising.
- Worsening swelling and redness that persist after a few days.
- Increased redness along the incision.
- Severe or increased pain not relieved by medication.
- Any side effects to medications including:
- Rash
- Nausea
- Headache
- Oral temperature over 101 degrees.
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Yellowish or greenish liquid from the incisions or notice a foul odor.
- Bleeding from the incisions that is difficult to control with light pressure.
- Loss of feeling or motion.
In the event of life-threatening bleeding, call 911 or go to the emergency department.
Disclaimer : This document contains information and/or instructional materials for informational purpose only. It does not replace medical advice from your health care provider because your experience may differ from that of the typical patient. Talk to your surgeon if you have any questions about this document, your condition or your treatment plan.
Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery - FAQ
Patients can expect to provide a detailed health history to their surgeon during the consultation. “I ask about their current complaints and also like to discuss their other medical problems, prior surgery, and family history,” clarifies our doctors.
Eyelid Surgery will take between one and two hours to complete. The length of time will depend on the extent of correction required.
Patients generally feel well enough to return to work or school between seven and ten days after surgery. By this time, the majority of bruising and swelling will have diminished.
While the surgery is generally painless, you might experience some swelling and bruising afterward. Most people feel comfortable going out in public within 10 to 14 days, though full recovery can take a few months. During your blepharoplasty recovery, using cold compresses and antibiotic ointment can help reduce swelling.
Due to the sensitive nature of the skin on your eyelids, it typically heals more quickly and efficiently compared to other parts of the body. Once the incisions from upper blepharoplasty have fully healed, any scars will generally be subtle and only noticeable to those who are specifically looking for them, and even then, primarily when your eyes are closed
The duration of results can differ among patients, but typically, the effects of upper eyelid surgery last around 5 to 7 years, while the results of lower eyelid surgery are generally permanent. For upper eyelids, it’s common for the skin to start sagging again after several years.
You might be a good candidate for eyelid lift surgery if you have sagging or drooping eyelid skin that could also affect your vision, or if you experience puffiness, bags, or dark circles under your eyes. Additionally, if your eyes show signs of aging (note: drooping can be genetic and may happen in younger individuals), you may benefit from this procedure.
Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, generally requires about 10 to 14 days for recovery before you feel comfortable going out in public, though complete healing can take several months. Here’s what to expect during the recovery process:
- Swelling and Bruising: Your eyelids may be swollen and bruised for 1 to 3 weeks.
- Scars: Scars from the surgical incisions can take months to fade.
- Redness: Any visible redness typically takes about six months to fully diminish.
- Stitches: If your incisions were closed with removable stitches, they will be removed within 5 to 10 days.
To help expedite your recovery, consider the following tips:
- Follow your doctor’s instructions for cleaning and caring for your eyes.
- Use cold compresses and antibiotic ointment to reduce swelling.
- Rest your eyes as much as possible.
- Avoid activities that may cause dry eyes, such as reading or watching TV.
- Have someone stay with you for at least the first 24 to 72 hours.
- Avoid lifting anything over 10 pounds.
- Plan for sufficient recovery time and make arrangements in advance, like pre-cooking meals, stocking the pantry, filling prescriptions, and arranging childcare if needed.
- Apply ice packs to your eyes as directed to help reduce swelling.
- Follow instructions for using prescription ointment to promote proper healing.
- Take any additional prescribed medications or eye drops on schedule..
- Wear sunglasses for a couple of weeks to protect your eyes from light, dust, and wind, as your eyes may be more sensitive.
- Take gentle, short walks to maintain circulation.
- Rest your eyes with regular naps, as they may tire more easily for a few weeks.
- Avoid wearing contact lenses for approximately two weeks or until your surgeon gives the okay.
- Refrain from wearing eye makeup or applying any non-prescribed products on your eyes for at least two weeks.
- Minimize eye strain during the first week by avoiding activities like reading, computer use, and watching TV—try listening to audiobooks or podcasts instead.
- Sleep as upright as possible, perhaps with pillows or in a recliner, to reduce swelling and fluid buildup.
- Avoid strenuous activities, including heavy lifting or vigorous exercise, for at least two weeks or until cleared by your surgeon
- Protect your eyes from UV radiation with sunglasses with UV 400 for 2 to 4 weeks.
If you are experiencing any of the following conditions, you may be a good candidate for this customized surgical procedure:
- Hooded eyes
- Sagging eyelid skin
- You look tired, even when well rested
- Difficulty applying cosmetics due to excess eyelid skin
- Puffy upper eyelids
- Impaired peripheral vision due to sagging skin
If you are living with any of the following aesthetic conditions on your lower eyelid region, you are likely an excellent candidate for lower eyelid surgery:
- Excessive wrinkling at the lower eyelids
- Bulges or under-eye bags
- Asymmetrical lower eyelids
- Dark circles
- Festoons (swollen mounds between lower lids and upper cheeks)
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Joy 
I’m very pleased with my results!
Dr. Srour is one of the BEST cosmetic surgeons in LA/ Beverly Hills. He is backed by over 30 years of experience and has an eye for perfection that results in beautiful, realistic results. He won’t do what he feels is not necessary and he has a very skillful hand that shows ... More refined, natural looking outcomes! I feel more confident, prettier, younger looking and I’m definitely quite pleased with my results.
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I just had my closed eyelid surgery, and everything from the consultation to the surgery went smoothly—no complaints at all! On the day of the procedure and afterward, I felt completely at ease. His staff was incredible too. I’ll definitely be returning for other treatments in the future!
Emma
Love my results I got eyelid surgery here and as an caucasian woman I was nervous but doctor gave me exactly what I wanted! It’s so natural and beautiful
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Dr. Srour is a great plastic surgeon. I was debating getting blepharoplasty for at least the 6 years. I researched all over the place and had a few consultations with high end doctors. The day before I was going to put he down payment I was referred to Dr. Srour by a friend in the industry, I set up an appointment and was immediately at ease with him. I am very happy with result.