Pre-operative instructions for blepharoplasty (double eyelid)

1. What type of surgery is right for you? There are many different types of blepharoplasty (double eyelid) surgery, but they all boil down to two types: incision and buried line. The ophthalmology department of the Ninth People’s Hospital of Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Bi Xiaoping 2. Is there a scar for blepharoplasty (double eyelid) surgery? Yes, there is a scar, but it is hidden in the eyelid line when you open your eyes, so it is not visible. Scar fading varies depending on your body type. There is no scarring with the buried procedure, but a nodal reaction may occur. 3. When do I recover from blepharoplasty (double eyelid) surgery? Incision: Ice for 1-2 days after surgery, stitches removed in 1 week, gradual recovery, and natural recovery in 2-3 months. Buried: No suture removal and natural recovery in 1-2 months. 4. When can I have surgery for heavy eyelids (double eyelids)? Due to the large number of patients, we need to make an appointment for the surgery and cannot operate on the same day. No. Both eyes need to be bandaged for one day after blepharoplasty, so you must have a family member with you for one day. 6. Do I need to open the corners of my eyes? Patients with more pronounced canthus (i.e., the inner corner of the eye is covered by a layer of skin folds) may be considered for surgery, as open eye surgery can leave more visible scars in the inner corner of the eye, especially within six months after surgery, and must be considered carefully before surgery.