How long does it take for the swelling of double eyelids to go down?

The time to reduce swelling after double eyelid surgery has individual differences, usually the degree of edema can be more obvious relief in about 1 month, most patients need about 6 months to completely eliminate the swelling. The clinical equipment used for double eyelid surgery is more delicate, and the operation is performed in strict accordance with the principles of sterility and minimally invasive, resulting in less trauma. Therefore, double eyelid surgery is a minor surgery, swelling is normal, but how long it takes to reduce the swelling and the surgical method and the patient’s physique, generally within 1 week after surgery can remove the stitches, after the removal of the stitches local swelling can be reduced. Usually, 1-3 days after double eyelid surgery is the period of severe swelling, and 3 months after surgery is the period of continuous swelling reduction, but it takes about 3-6 months to completely restore the natural state. In some individuals, recovery is slower due to improper anti-inflammation, infection, swollen eyes or weak constitution, but swelling reduction within 6 months is normal. In addition, when the swelling is more obvious, it is recommended that appropriate ice packs and erythromycin are applied to help reduce inflammation.