Risks of eyelash implant surgery

There are currently two options for eyelash implants, namely prosthetic eyelash implants and autologous eyelash implants, with different selection materials, different methods of implantation, and some variability in surgical risks. Prosthetic eyelash implants use chemicals such as adhesive to bond artificial hairs to the native eyelashes. If it comes into contact with the conjunctiva, conjunctiva and cornea, it can irritate the conjunctiva and cause conjunctivitis, resulting in redness, discharge, photophobia and pain. The hair follicles are removed and transplanted to the area where the eyelashes are sparse, usually under local anesthesia. There may be slight redness, swelling and itching after the procedure, which is normal and will subside in 1-3 days. If the surgeon does not perform the procedure properly, it can affect the growth of the original eyelashes and even cause ingrown eyelashes, which is a deformation of the eyelash arrangement and can cause conjunctivitis or keratitis due to constant irritation of the conjunctiva or cornea. In addition, improper maintenance after eyelash implant surgery can lead to eyelash loss, lid margin scarring, and ingrown eyelashes. In addition, not all people are suitable for eyelash implant surgery. Candidates with the following conditions should ask their doctor if they can have eyelash implants, such as menstruation, pregnancy, breastfeeding, severe scarring, cold, fever, and organ diseases such as heart disease and high blood pressure.