Blepharoplasty Surgery Preparation

All you need to know about how to prepare for a Blepharoplasty surgery

Blepharoplasty surgery preparation

Preparing for your Blepharoplasty surgery? Use this checklist to guide you through the essential steps in the weeks leading up to your procedure.

Carefully follow these key considerations to help ensure a smooth preparation process.

Understanding Blepharoplasty

Before diving into preparation, it’s essential to understand what blepharoplasty entails.

This surgical procedure is designed to correct drooping eyelids, remove excess skin, and enhance the overall appearance of the eyes.

How to Prepare for Your Blepharoplasty Surgery

Before your eyelid surgery, you will likely undergo a physical examination that includes the following:

  • Complete Eye Examination:

This may involve testing tear production and measuring various parts of the eyelids.

  • Visual Field Testing:

This assesses any blind spots in your peripheral vision and is necessary to support an insurance claim.

  • Eyelid Photography:

Photographs taken from different angles assist in planning the surgery and documenting any medical necessity, which can help with insurance claims.

Two Weeks Before Your Blepharoplasty Surgery

Cease Smoking:

Stop smoking at least two weeks before your surgery to promote better healing.

Medications and Supplements:

Discontinue prescribed medications and supplements, including aspirin, arnica, and vitamin E, as directed by your doctor, at least two weeks before and after the procedure.

One Week Before Your Blepharoplasty Surgery

Health Status Update:

Keep your healthcare team informed of any changes in your health prior to the procedure.

Avoid Self-Medicating:

Adhere to the medication plan outlined by your doctor to maintain your safety and achieve optimal results.

Two Days Before Your Blepharoplasty Surgery

Nutrition:

Opt for light, nutritious meals in the days leading up to your procedure, avoiding heavy or greasy foods that may strain your digestive system.

Avoid Alcohol:

Refrain from consuming alcohol for two days before and after your blepharoplasty surgery to ensure your body is in top condition.

The Night Before Your Blepharoplasty Surgery

Shower Before Surgery: On the day of your procedure, shower with non-perfumed soap to ensure your body is clean and properly prepared.

Fasting Instructions: Avoid eating or drinking for six hours before your surgery.

Avoid Chewing Gum or Mints: These can interfere with your fasting requirements and affect the procedure.

Skip Applying Lotions, Deodorants, Creams, and Makeup: On the day of your surgery, do not apply lotions, deodorants, or creams to ensure the surgery site is properly prepared.

Taking Essential Medication: Before your blepharoplasty surgery, ensure you take all essential medications as prescribed by your doctor.

Day of Your Blepharoplasty Surgery: Three Essential Tips

Brush your teeth but avoid drinking water, as this is part of the fasting instructions to ensure your stomach is empty for the procedure.

Leave valuables, such as jewellery, piercings and accessories, at home on the day of your surgery.

To help screen for potential infections, a urine sample will be required upon your arrival, so please arrive with a full bladder.

In Conclusion: The Importance of Blepharoplasty Preparation

Preparing for blepharoplasty surgery is an essential step towards achieving your desired results.

By following this checklist and understanding the process, you can ensure a smoother surgery and recovery.

Remember that thorough preparation helps set the foundation for a successful outcome, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of your transformation with confidence.

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Blepharoplasty after care FAQ

Following your visit to Auralia, you will be given pre- and post-operative instruction to guide you on how to be well prepared for your Blepharoplasty and what to do afterwards. This will also contain the clinic's contact details.

You will also be given your Auralia surgeon’s emergency mobile number for calls after hours. During work hours, you should contact the hospital.

If you suspect anything is wrong outside of business hours, you are welcome to call the emergency number of your surgeon and speak with them directly, day or night.

Alternatively, you can drop straight into the clinic during working hours.

Absolutely not! You are entitled to as many appointments as you feel you need with your surgeon, following your Blepharoplasty.

Absolutely! From the time you have your Blepharoplasty with your Auralia surgeon, you are entitled to see them for appointments for as long as necessary.

If the surgeon no longer works for Auralia, you would still be entitled to see one of our surgeons for free.

Blepharoplasty Surgery With Auralia

If you’re looking to address sagging Eyelids ( Blepharoplasty ) and are considering eyelid surgery, get in touch with our expert team for valuable insights and guidance to help ensure your journey is a success

Your Blepharoplasty Journey With Auralia

Step 1.

Free, No Obligation Consultation Booking

To start your surgery process, firstly book your consultation by calling us on (01) 612 0551 or filling a consultation form here.

Step 2.

Meet Your Surgeon

Once you have booked your consultation, you will meet with your surgeon to discuss your Blepharoplasty procedure goals, your health status, concerns and the procedure details.

Step 3.

Book Your Surgery

After your comprehensive consultation, your patient care co-ordinator will work with you to book a convenient date for your surgery.

Step 4.

Pre Op Assessment 

Prior to your surgery date, you will have your pre-op assessment where we will go through your medical history with you, and instruct you how to prepare for your surgery day to avoid any risks.

Step 5.

Surgery Day

On your surgery day, you’ll have a dedicated medical team to take care of you. 

Step 6.

After Care

You will enjoy unlimited aftercare appointments and surgeon reviews as much as you need to ensure your safety and satisfaction with the results.

Furthermore, you will also have your surgeon’s emergency number so you get access to him any time 24/7.

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