Eyelid Surgery Recovery and Results Philadelphia

The Road Best Traveled

Just as the eyes convey one’s personality and expression, it is common for the delicate skin to show the first signs of aging and sun-damage. Yes, eyelid surgery can surely pave the way to an unhindered line of sight and a brighter, youthful look, leaving behind overtly sagging or puffy lids. But before scheduling surgery, a patient should become familiar with the nature of eyelid surgery recovery and its expected results. Joseph A. Rabson, M.D. and his very knowledgeable and friendly staff will answer all your questions in the privacy of his office.

• Recovering from Eyelid Surgery
• Limited Activities for Eyelid Surgery Recovery
• Scarring & Eyelid Surgery Recovery
• Eyelid Surgery Results Revealed

Recovering From Eyelid Surgery: Go Easy on the Eyes

The recovery process for eyelid surgery patients usually takes several weeks. Dr. Rabson, a well-known and respected surgeon, will do everything in his power to guide you through comfortably through your recovery.

At first, the eyelids may tend to feel a little sore after surgery. In the couple of days that follow, you may be encouraged to use eye drops to keep your eyes moist. Placing cold compresses on the eye area will help control swelling as well. Initially, pain is relatively mild and can be eased with oral medication.

In three to six days, stitches are removed at our beautiful facilities in Plymouth Meeting. Within ten days, you will likely be allowed to resume a normal work schedule in public.

Limited Activities for Eyelid Surgery Recovery

Swelling and bruising are kept to a minimum by keeping your head relatively still and elevated. You may also find it necessary to wear dark sunglasses in order to shield your eyes from sun and wind irritation. This recovery process additionally calls for avoiding activities that increase blood flow to the eyes, including straining, bending, lifting, and exercising.

Scarring & Eyelid Surgery Recovery

With an artist’s eye for precision, Dr. Rabson typically makes surgical incisions in the normal crease of the eyelid. Although there is a chance of a minimally visible scar, most of the time the scar is not at all visible after complete healing.

Results of Eyelid Surgery Revealed

The majority of those who undergo eyelid surgery at our beautiful facilities in Blue Bell and Plymouth Meeting near Philadelphia are thrilled with the outcome! In order to give patients the best possible care from start to finish, the doctor encourages a frank discussion on eyelid surgery recovery and results at the Advanced Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center, serving Philadelphia and Montgomery County.

In a week or two, most swelling and bruising from surgery disappear, and within three weeks, your aesthetically appealing results will have emerged! Wrinkles and puffy skin will look smoother, droopy eyes will look enlivened, and your eye area overall will look delightfully rested and refreshed.

The results of eyelid surgery can last for years, if not the rest of your life. It is unusual to have to repeat the procedure when you get older. However, natural aging or environmental factors may eventually cause some wrinkled or loose skin to reappear, and reoperations about ten years later are occasionally performed.

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Dr. Rabson believes in setting realistic expectations, something he feels is directly linked to patients’ overall satisfaction with any procedure. To learn more about eyelid surgery recovery and results from a trusted surgeon in the greater Philadelphia area, schedule a consultation today. Whether you are considering upper eyelid surgery or lower eyelid surgery, your answer lies with us!

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