Can I use a steam eye mask after getting double eyelid surgery?
Dec 21, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Han Xuefeng
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, double eyelid surgery refers to blepharoplasty, which can visually enhance the eye contour and increase depth perception. The general reference price for blepharoplasty is 1000–6000 yuan per session, with noticeable improvement typically seen 1–3 months after the procedure. The use of a steam eye mask should be avoided in the short term following blepharoplasty; it is recommended to use one only after the wound has healed.
Generally, double eyelid surgery refers to blepharoplasty, which can visually enhance the eye contour and increase depth perception. The typical reference price for blepharoplasty ranges from 1,000 to 6,000 yuan per session, and noticeable improvement is usually observed 1-3 months after the surgery. Steam eye masks should not be used shortly after the procedure; it is recommended to wait until the wound has healed. Detailed explanation is as follows:
In the early phase after blepharoplasty, the eye tissues are in the healing phase, often accompanied by swelling and unhealed wounds. Although the heat from a steam eye mask can promote blood circulation, its use at this stage may cause adverse effects. Immediately using a steam eye mask after surgery, due to temperature and humidity stimulation, may worsen local swelling and even lead to wound oozing, affecting the healing process.
Moreover, in cases where the wound has not fully closed, the steam environment may increase the risk of microbial growth, potentially causing wound infection and delaying recovery. Generally, after 7-10 days post-surgery when sutures are removed and the wound has healed well, the steam eye mask may be cautiously used under medical guidance according to the eye's recovery condition. The temperature should not be too high, and the duration should not be too long to avoid adverse effects on newly formed tissue.
Postoperative care should strictly follow the doctor's instructions for wound cleaning, such as gently wiping around the wound with sterile saline to remove blood crusts and secretions, keeping the wound clean and dry, which helps prevent infection and promotes proper healing.
