How long after LASIK can I get blepharoplasty?

The first recommendation made by the researchers is to delay any eyelid surgery for at least 6 months after LASIK. It is commonly accepted that post-LASIK dry eye can result from decreased corneal sensation caused by the severing of the corneal nerves after creating the LASIK flap.

Can LASIK be done a second time?

A second procedure is necessary if refractive errors were not corrected during LASIK. If a second procedure has been deemed necessary, another flap will be created. Most surgeons won’t perform a second LASIK procedure unless it’s 5-10 years after LASIK.

Can you have eyelid surgery twice?

Most patients never have another surgery. But Dr. Teitelbaum sees patients who had an upper blepharoplasty fifteen or twenty years earlier who are coming in for something else and decide to do a tweak. But usually that is just a minor touch up rather than an entire redo of the blepharoplasty.

How long does upper blepharoplasty last?

It’s not uncommon for the longevity of results to vary slightly between patients, but you can expect the results of upper eyelid surgery to last about 5 to 7 years, and lower eyelid surgery results are essentially permanent. With the upper eyelids, after several years the skin may begin to sag again.

Can you have Lasik after ptosis surgery?

Made up of two folds of the thinnest skin on your body, your eyelids serve incredibly important purposes- like protecting your eyeballs from foreign objects, light and dryness. However, eyelids can sometimes droop lower than they should- which is what we’re going to cover today.

How many times can you get PRK?

If you choose to have a second PRK procedure, there’s nothing to worry about. Subsequent/follow-up surgery is usually the same as the original procedure in that the entire epithelium will be removed to allow access to the underlying cornea in order to reshape it.

Can blepharoplasty be repeated?

Blepharoplasty Results Upper eyelid surgery is good for at least 5-7 years. Lower eyelid surgery rarely needs to be repeated. Of course, your eyes will still age after the procedure. If your lids sag again, a forehead lift rather than another eye lift may be the preferred procedure.

How many times can you get blepharoplasty?

Will blepharoplasty surgery affect LASIK surgery?

The actual blepharoplasty surgery will not affect the lasik surgery but the timing of such is important to avoid eye complications or side effects. Lasik surgery could increase your chances of having dry eye syndrome if you undergo lower lid surgery.

Can a second blepharoplasty be done?

A second Blepharoplasty can definitely be done provided that your first surgery happened a decade ago. There is just one thing to remember and that is you have to have enough extra skin in there because there will be a removal of other scar tissues that will be done as well.

How did you prepare for upper and lower blepharoplasty?

Preparation for Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty. I sent all my tests in prior to my arrival as I wasn’t about to waste any time. I emailed everything he asked me to do at least a week or so before. My preparation wasn’t so difficult as I don’t regularly take medication, smoke, use drugs or drink heavily.

How long does it take for blepharoplasty to heal?

Not the case when you are feeling so emotional. Blepharoplasty is not a day to night result and it will take up to 6 months to heal completely. I am in month 5 and still have sensitivity to the touch, no sun, I wear sunglasses with a hat, sunblock, massage with coconut oil (my preference), redness when wash my eyes.