The most suitable people for eyelid surgery are individuals with good physical and mental health who have realistic expectations. Most are 35 years or older, but if baggy eyelids or droopy eyelids are hereditary, you may decide to have the surgery at a younger age.
Eyelid surgery can enhance your appearance and help build your confidence. However, it may not result in your ideal look or cause people to treat you any differently. Blepharoplasty will not alter your facial structure. It is important to know your face well before you decide to have surgery. Think carefully about your expectations and discuss them with your surgeon.
Firstly, you shall need to have another person drive you home after you do the eyelid plastic surgery. You shall also ask someone to stay with you the night of the procedure.
You shall expect and plan to stay home from work and limit your activities and behaviours for several days or weeks after the eyelid surgery to give your eyelids a better chance to heal. Some patients often experience dry eyes after surgery, but the condition rarely lasts more than two weeks. If you have dry eyes lasting over two weeks, please contact your doctor.
At home, you should have the following items readily accessible:
Ice cubes
Ice pack or you can use freezer bags filled with ice, frozen corn or peas.
Small gauze pads
Bowl (for water)
Eye drops or artificial tears (ask your doctor to recommend the proper type to meet your particular needs)
Clean washcloths and towels
Over-the-counter painkillers (which your doctor can recommend)
