Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Recovery

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Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) 

Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery) Recovery Manassas | Middleburg | Prince WilliamEyelid surgery, which is clinically called blepharoplasty, involves a basic recovery period like most other cosmetic surgery procedures. Patients should be aware about the estimated recovery time and should know what to expect during the recovery period. An experienced facial plastic surgeon will discuss all aspects of eyelid surgery during the initial consultation, including the expected recovery process.

As a board certified facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Trang Vo-Nguyen (Dr. V) provides eyelid surgery among various other procedures. She receives patients from in Chantilly, Northern Virginia, Loudoun County, Fairfax, Prince William, Fauquier, Arlington, Middleburg, Leesburg, Manassas, Warrenton, and surrounding communities.

Immediate Post-op Condition

The patient may receive eyelid surgery as an outpatient procedure or, in some cases an overnight stay at the hospital may be involved. The surgeon will determine the appropriate environment for immediate recovery according to the circumstances of the case. Cold compresses and lubricating ointment may be applied following the surgery. In some cases, the eyes will be gently covered with bandages.

The surgeon will provide clear instructions regarding how to care for the eyes during the recovery period. Medications may be prescribed to promote early healing, reduce the risk of infection and manage the pain. The patient will also be provided with a date for first follow-up visit to the surgeon’s office. Bruising, swelling, irritation or dry eye conditions may occur during the initial healing period, which can be managed with ointment, medication and cold compresses. Eye drops may be used to prevent dry eyes.

First Few Weeks of Recovery

During the first week of recovery, the patient should avoid activities that strain the eyes, including reading, watching TV, using computer, or wearing contact lens. These activities can result in dry eyes. Bruising and swelling can be minimized by keeping the head in a raised position during the first few days. Sutures may be removed in about five to seven days. After the first week, most patients will be ready to resume their regular activities or return to work.

Dr. V strongly advises her patients in in Chantilly, Northern Virginia, Loudoun County, Fairfax, Prince William, Fauquier, Arlington, Middleburg, Leesburg, Manassas, Warrenton, and other areas to wear dark sunglasses for at least the first two to four weeks. This will protect the eyes against irritation caused by sun and wind. Eyes may get tired easily during the first few weeks, so frequent naps will help.

Activities such as bending, heavy lifting, sports or exercises should be avoided for about three to four weeks following eyelid surgery. This will help avoid the possibility of increased blood flow to the eyes. The surgeon will advise the patient a suitable time frame when vigorous exercises or activities may be resumed.

Length of Recovery Period

Full recovery following blepharoplasty will usually take several weeks. Swelling and redness occurring after the surgery will gradually disappear. Most patients will be able to go back to their workplace in about seven to 10 days. Gradually, the eyes will appear younger and more alert, which will make the patient feel better and more confident.

For more infomation please contact Dr. V. Dr. Trang Thuy Vo-Nguyen, known to her patients as “Dr. V,” is a board certified facial plastic surgeon providing the latest surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures in Northern Virginia, Leesburg, Loudoun, Fairfax, Warrenton, Fauquier, Arlington, Manassas, Middleburg, Prince William, and other areas. https://thevirginiainstitute.com/contact-us/

Rhinoplasty (Nose Job Surgery) Recovery | Northern Virginia Plastic SurgeonNose job surgery, clinically called rhinoplasty, is an intricate procedure. The nature and extent of surgery can vary from one patient to another in rhinoplasty. Therefore, the recovery process can also differ in each case.

Dr. V is a board certified facial plastic surgeon providing rhinoplasty and other procedures to patients in Chantilly, Northern Virginia, Loudoun County, Fairfax, Prince William, Fauquier, Arlington, Middleburg, Leesburg, Manassas, Warrenton, and surrounding locations. Dr. V will discuss the recovery process with her patients during the initial consultation.

Initial Period of Recovery

Mild pain and discomfort around the treated area will be experienced for the first few days. Some patients may also experience a dull headache for a brief period. Unless the patient suffers from an infection, severe pain may not occur. Pain medications prescribed by the plastic surgeon can keep the patient comfortable. Nasal congestion is a typical occurrence following a nose job because of the internal swelling in the nose.

The congestion will disappear as the swelling resolves over the next few weeks. Patients with a complaint of breathing difficulty through the nostrils prior to the surgery will most likely experience immediate relief despite the swelling. In some cases, the surgeon may prescribe sleep aid drugs, if the nasal congestion makes it difficult to sleep.

Nose blowing should be avoided until the surgeon allows it. The extent of bruising and swelling in each case will also depend on what surgical technique was adopted for the procedure and how delicately the surgeon handled the nasal tissue.

Returning to Work

In most cases, the patients will be ready to go back to work within a week to 10 days after the surgery. Most patients will have a cast on the nose during the first week, which will be removed along with the stitches at the end of the first week. Mild bruising and swelling will still show during the second week, but the patient may apply makeup to tone down the appearance of the treated area.

Face should be washed and cleaned gently for the first few days. Jobs involving excess physical activity should be avoided for about two weeks. Dr. V will guide her patients in Chantilly, Northern Virginia, Loudoun County, Fairfax, Prince William, Fauquier, Arlington, Middleburg, Leesburg, Manassas, Warrenton, and other areas about various aspects of the recovery.

Final Stages of Recovery

A large part of the swelling will get resolved by the end of the third week after rhinoplasty. The patient will be able to notice conspicuous improvements in the shape or size of the nose. However, more detailed outcomes will become noticeable only after about two months when nearly 90 percent of the swelling will have disappeared.

During the initial few weeks, the nasal tip may feel a little numb, which can make the patient more self-conscious. More natural effects will appear with the passage of time, and the complete natural feeling about the nose will return. Results in case of rhinoplasty will last for many years, and may even be permanent in several cases.

For more infomation please contact Dr. V. Dr. Trang Thuy Vo-Nguyen, known to her patients as “Dr. V,” is a board certified facial plastic surgeon providing the latest surgical and non-surgical aesthetic procedures in Northern Virginia, Leesburg, Loudoun, Fairfax, Warrenton, Fauquier, Arlington, Manassas, Middleburg, Prince William, and other areas. https://thevirginiainstitute.com/contact-us/

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