Postoperative Instructions for
Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty )

Serving Denver, Aurora, Cherry Creek, and the Northern Colorado Area

  1. Sleep with your head elevated on several pillows for 2-3 weeks to help prevent swelling.
  2. Apply ice compresses for 20 minutes each hour while awake for 2 days after blepharoplasty surgery.  You may cleanse the eyelid incision as follows:
    1. Dip a q-tip into a mixture of ½ water and ½ peroxide.
    2. Gently roll q-tip over incision.  DO NOT RUB.
    3. Apply prescribed ophthalmic ointment to the incision.
  3. Take the pain medication prescribed:
    1. Pain and sleep medication, as needed.
    2. Antibiotics for 5 days.
    3. Medrol Dospak for one week.
    4. Artificial tears – solution to maintain lubrication – for one week.
    5. DO NOT take aspirin-containing medications.
  4. Avoid bending or lifting heavy objects for at least one week.
  5. The use of sun blockers after blepharoplasty surgery is strongly recommended to prevent sunburn and swelling.
  6. The nurse will instruct you in the use of steri-strips. These will be applied for 2 weeks after surgery to help promote wound healing.
  7. Eye makeup may be applied 7-10 days after blepharoplasty surgery. Do not tweeze your eyebrows for 2 weeks after surgery as infections can occur.
  8. Please check with your doctor regarding wearing contact lenses, eyeglasses and sunglasses.
  9. If you are not sure about a specific activity, check with your doctor.

If you have any questions or problems about eyelid (blepharoplasty) surgery, call the office at 303-367-9000.

Denver, Colorado Blepharoplasty
13701 E. Mississippi Ave, Suite 220
Aurora, CO 80012

303-367-9000
800-292-4691
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