Eyelid Surgery Pre-Operative Instructions
Medications To Avoid
Two weeks before surgery, stop taking any blood thinners to securely get ready for an eyelid lift Dubai. Aspirin, Motrin, Advil, Aleve, Excedrin, and Bufferin are some of these medications. (If you have any questions concerning a medication that isn’t on the list, please contact a doctor.)
To maximize recovery, we advise patients undergoing hormone replacement surgery to discontinue taking these medications two weeks before and following the procedure. Please contact your prescribing doctor to discuss discontinuing hormone replacement medication (HRT) before your operation.
Report Any Changes With Your Eyes
We looked over your eye health history at your initial evaluation and determined to ensure readiness for upper eyelid surgery Dubai; nevertheless, if you experience dry eyes or any other eye condition after our consultation date, please let us know.
Recommended Medications
Before the procedure, we advise you to take the prescribed drugs when preparing for lower eyelid surgery Dubai. We advise taking oral vitamin C the day before surgery to promote healing and reduce inflammation. Furthermore, we advise using ointment for two full weeks following surgery, beginning five days before the procedure.
Rx to Be Called In By Our Nurses
To aid with your post-operative recovery, we will recommend a mix of drugs, such as painkillers, antibiotics, and anti-nausea drugs. To ensure that you are well-informed and ready to handle your post-operative care at home, we will have a pre-operative meeting with you prior to surgery to go over your post-operative care routine.
Tips for Prepping for Eyelid Surgery
- Two weeks prior to and two weeks following surgery, abstain from alcohol.
- One week before surgery, refrain from using herbal teas and supplements.
- 48 hours before surgery, stay away from caffeine (no coffee, energy drinks, or caffeinated colas).
- Eight hours before surgery, avoid eating or drinking anything. You may have a light breakfast if your treatment is in the afternoon, but remember to give yourself eight hours between the last meal or drink and the procedure.
- On the day of the procedure, dress comfortably. We advise dressing in zip-front or button-front clothing.
- On the day of operation, wear cotton underwear. Although it may seem strange, synthetic and nylon materials should not be used in operating rooms or procedure rooms.
- Be on time. We can prevent delays by doing this. The day before your procedure, we will give you a call to confirm your exact arrival time.
- Make plans for a competent adult to accompany you and drive you home following surgery. After surgery, no one is permitted to return home by themselves.
- On the day of operation, don’t wear jewelry, and leave your valuables at home.
- Avoid using contact lenses for two weeks following surgery or on the day of the procedure. Please take off your eyelash extensions.
- To reduce sun exposure on the way home from your treatment, pack sunglasses and a scarf or hooded sweater.
- Please direct any additional inquiries to our medical team. They are pleased to talk about and clarify everything for you.
Eyelid Surgery Post-Operative Recovery Instructions
Position: For the first three to five days following surgery, which is an essential part of blepharoplasty recovery Dubai, use many pillows to raise your head and back when you are in a reclining position. Instead of lying on your side or stomach, lie on your back.
Ice: The treated regions should be covered with cool, moist washcloths or ice packs. As a result, there will be reduced discomfort, bruises, and swelling after lower eyelid correction Dubai. To protect the skin, lay a towel between it and the ice pack if there are no bandages on. For the first 24 hours, use ice for up to 30 minutes throughout each waking hour. 30 minutes on and 30 minutes off is a simple timetable to adhere to. For the first five days following surgery, Dr. Lyor Hanan advises you to regularly and gently freeze the affected area.
Diet: For the first twenty-four hours, a gentle diet is advised following eye bag removal surgery Dubai. Consider soups, cereals, yogurts, and pasta without hot red sauces. You can start eating easily digested meals or a diet on the second day, and then you can go back to your normal diet.
Activity: You should relax and keep your head up throughout the first day after an eyelid lifting procedure Dubai. Avoid spending the entire day in bed.
During the first week, refrain from bending over or lifting more than five pounds.
Take additional care to prevent injuries or knocks to your head and neck.
Hair Care: The day following surgery, you can wash your hair. A gentle baby shampoo is advised.
Cosmetics: After surgery, you can apply cosmetics to untreated regions. Steer clear of any places that have laser treatments, abrasions, or skin sutures. Seven days following the removal of the skin sutures, makeup can be applied to the treated regions.
If makeup is applied to the treated regions too quickly, it may cause a permanent tattoo and slow the healing of wounds.
Exercise/Sports: During the first week, low-intensity walking is allowed. For three weeks, avoid the gym, swimming, and other physically demanding activities.
Sun Exposure: While the treated region or areas are still pink, shield your facial skin from excessive sun exposure. Regular exposure is safe until the treated region or areas are no longer pink, although sunscreen should always be used.
Medication: As soon as you get home, take one pill of your prescribed painkiller. If more pills are required for pain, they can be taken once every four to six hours. WARNING: Avoid using machinery or driving while under the influence of painkillers. To prevent nausea, take with food or fluids. Dr. Lyor Hanan recommended painkillers should be taken with meals and eight ounces of water every twelve hours. You should begin taking these medications the day before the procedure, in Dr. Lyor Hanan’s opinion.
Prescription painkillers can be replaced with Tylenol when used as prescribed. Steer clear of all other painkillers, such as ibuprofen, Aleve, and aspirin, as they may result in significant bleeding.
A surgeon usually prescribe cephalexin antibiotics for five days. One pill will probably be taken three or four times a day. The day before surgery, begin taking these, and continue taking them until they are finished.
For nausea, surgeons may advise taking one Zofran or Emend pill the night before surgery and as required afterward. We’ll decide which medication is best for you.
Caring For Eyelid Stitches
Supplies needed:
Before surgery at a blepharoplasty clinic Dubai, patients should have the following supplies at home to facilitate their recuperation:
- A prescription eye ointment like erythromycin or tobramycin ophthalmic ointment, or a product like Bacitracin, Aquaphor, Vaseline, or Polysporin. (Unless there is an allergy or another reason, Surgeons may recommend Tobrex 0.3%.)
- Applicators with cotton tips (Q-Tips, etc.).
- Fresh bottle of hydrogen peroxide at 3%.
Instructions:
- In a small container, combine two tablespoons of peroxide and two tablespoons of tap water. Don’t store the mixture; throw it out every time.
- To remove any blood and debris from the wounds, use Q-tips and peroxide solution. Avoid leaving any blood or crusts on the places that have been stitched. At least four or five times a day, repeat. Make clean cuts from side to side rather than up and down.
- Apply a thin coating of ointment to all cuts and abrasions; do not let any areas dry out or scab over.
- Unless directed otherwise, avoid applying any bandages or other materials to the surgical site.
Please Report Any Of The Following To Your Doctor:
- Abrupt or severe bruising, edema, or bleeding.
- Any redness, itching, or drug side effects.
- Fever with a temperature higher than 100.4 degrees.
- Excessive or foul-smelling yellow drainage is not typical, while mild blood-tinged discharge from the incisions is.
- Any facial injuries.
Swelling, pain, and discomfort will be minimized with faithful adherence to pre-operative and post-operative instructions. Please don’t hesitate to contact your doctor if you need help.
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