How long after sutured double eyelid surgery can you get it wet?
Disease description:
I recently had thread-lift double eyelid surgery, and my eyes are still slightly swollen. I'm afraid to get them wet because I'm worried about poor recovery. I'd like to know how long I should wait before I can get the area wet after thread-lift double eyelid surgery?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Han Xuefeng
How long after suture-based double eyelid surgery one can get the eyes wet mainly depends on individual recovery and the doctor's advice.
1. Recovery: After suture-based double eyelid surgery, the local skin sustains some damage, resulting in redness, swelling, and pain. Generally, if healing progresses well, the wound will close within about 7 to 10 days, at which point gentle contact with water is permissible. If recovery is poor—for example, if an infection occurs—a longer healing period is required, typically around two weeks.
2. Precautions: Before the wound is fully healed, avoid contact with water as much as possible to prevent infection. Even after the wound has healed, avoid vigorously rubbing the eyes to ensure optimal recovery results.
