Wednesday, January 21, 2009

What To Expect After Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery And Get The Best Out

By Ann Lim

Cosmetic eyelid surgery has gained widespread popularity with both men and women due to it being painless and fast. It also gives the patient a younger look. In order to ensure a positive result from the operation, one must be well informed of what to expect and do after the surgery.

While there is little risk of complications from the surgery, it does not eliminate the risk of any surgical failures. This is highly dependent on your surgeon's skills and care provided after the operation. You also have to play your part in following instructions and being disciplined about them.

Incisions to the eyelids are always made during the surgeries. This allows doctors to either remove the skin and fat tissues lying below or perform some folding. Thereafter, the incisions will be left to heal. This healing process is very important and the surgeon's instructions on how to take care of your eyelids must be listened to.

There will always be a danger of some bruising over and around the area of incision. The surgeon will provide medication that will help treat this condition. It can come in the form of oral or external medication that could be applied on the bruising.

There will also be medicine provided to eliminate, or at least minimize, scarring as a result of the surgical cuts. Unfortunately, this is a very sensitive procedure that must be given your utmost attention.

During the healing process, you might feel some discomfort around the incisions such as itching or irritation. This is part and parcel of most operations. Avoid scratching and consult the surgeon if you can unable to handle the pain.

You might take up to a month to recover from the eyelid surgery but most times it is a lot shorter. With the great results waiting for you after that, it is definitely worth following all the rules and enduring the inconveniences during the post-op period.

Once you have completely recovered from the eyelid surgery, you will look younger with the cosmetic effects of the procedure. Whether it is upper or lower eyelid surgery done, the benefits are equally attractive and life changing. Prepare for a different you and always follow the surgeon's instructions to the letter for a complete recovery. - 15437

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