How long does it take for blepharoplasty scars to heal?
Blepharoplasty scars are placed in the eyelid crease and should not be visible with eyes open. however, in some cases lateral incisions may be visible for several months.
how to massage blepharoplasty scars?
During the healing process the eyelid scar can be red, bumpy, or nodular. Gentle argan oil massages to the upper eyelid scars 2 weeks after surgery may help faster recovery and blending scar with the surrounding tissues.
Apply the lubricating oil to the ring finger and using the soft tip of the finger massage upper eyelids outward and upward direction.
In general, blepharoplasty scars of any type tend to improve over about 1 year or so.
Subconjunctival hemorrhage after blepharoplasty is a benign condition of the eye. Characteristic features, include painless acute appearance of a sharply circumscribed redness of bleeding underneath the conjunctiva in the absence of discharge, and inflammation in contagious areas. Reduction in visual acuity is not expected.
eyelid surgery before and after
Remedy
Usually, no treatment is required however artificial tears to ease any irritation may be helpfull. Usually, recovery is complete and without any long-term problems. Subconjunctival hemorrhage changes colors (often red to orange to yellow) as it heals and may last for one to two weeks.
subconjunctival hemorrhage after blepharoplasty
Bruising after eyelid surgery
Prevention
Bruising after eyelid surgery especially in the lower eyelids is not very common and related to impaired coagulation system or poor surgical technique which may last 3-4 weeks to fully resolved.
Avoidance of Aspirin and other blood thining drugs 1 week before surgery as well as good hemostasis technique will reduce the risk of eyelid bruising.
Bruising treatment
Having said that, staining in the lower eyelids is different sequel which are hemosiderin deposit under thin eyelid skin. It may last longer and if no further treatment is performed it could take 6 months or more for the discoloration to fully dissipate.
However, Skin staining does respond well to pulsed dye laser and sometimes IPL treatment and will resolve completely during 8 to 10 weeks.
blepharoplasty before and after photos
Blepharoplasty scars care
Gently massage a repairing cream into the eyelids at bedtime for a few minutes can assist in softening and flattening blepharoplasty scars.
Dryness and tightness of the eyes is normal and can persist for up to 3 months. Artificial tears can help the dry eyes but the tightness will take a few months to resolve.
lumpy scars after blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty scars and sunken eyelids after surgery
Blepharoplasty, is a great procedure for reducing the bulging, baggy appearance in the upper or lower eyelids. However, it involves removing the fat pads and often a hollow, sunken look can occur if too much fat is removed.
sunken eyes after blepharoplasty
Red eyelids after blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty sutures should be removed after 5 to 7 days, cover-up makeup can be applied. Some redness can be improved by avoiding the sun and utilizing sunscreen protection and sunglasses when outdoors.
Some patients that pull upward with their forehead tissues following eyelid surgery out of habit from before their eyelid lift will have wider and more redness to their incisions. Fortunately, the eyelid skin is very forgiving and when taken care of properly the incisions eventually flatten quite a bit and often turn a subtle paler color to the surrounding skin.
RED EYELID TREATMENT
Ophthalmic steroids such as hydrocortisone may be used for a short period of time to improve the redness and inflammation. Additionally, massage of the incision lines may improve their appearance over time.
Eyelid surgery aftercare
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Blepharoplasty scar
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blepharoplasty scars are placed in the crease and should not be visible with eyes open , however in some cases lateral incision may be
2 responses to “THE SECRET OF BLEPHAROPLASTY SCARS BEFORE AND AFTER PHOTOS IN 2024”
Sherrie
Hi
I did upper eyelid surgery in September 2022.My left eyelid scar is thick and wide.Would lasers help to smooth the scar or I need revision? thank you
Thank you for your question
Sorry for your problem, somtimes I encounter such scars especially in the lateral corner of the eyelid.
In my opinion, the problem is due to poorly designed blepharoplasty, early suture removal or lack of suture support with subcutaneous sutures in the lateral part of the incision.
Having said that, Some of these scars improve on their own with time and gentle massage, however more complicated scars need conservartive approach.
Since scar maturation last for 12 months and you had surgery 5 months ago, I would suggest Laser resurfacing and/or Meso needling with Hyaluronic acid cocktail.Then after 12 months if the problem exist then scar revision surgery might be an option.
Best wishes
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