Dr. Kristina Tansavatdi | Blepharoplasty Post-Operative Instructions
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- čas přidán 14. 06. 2024
- *DISCLAIMER: The content/images in this video are not a guarantee of individual results. Individual results and experience may vary. The information provided in this video is for general informational purposes only, and does not replace the need for a formal consultation with a plastic and reconstructive surgeon before undergoing a surgical procedure, skin care treatment or before following the instructions.*The content/images in this video are not a guarantee of individual results. Individual results and experience may vary. The information provided in this video is for general informational purposes only, and does not replace the need for a formal consultation with a plastic and reconstructive surgeon before undergoing a surgical procedure, skin care treatment or before following the instructions.
This video contains instructions for post-operative care after eyelid (blepharoplasty) surgery. Please watch this video prior to your pre-operative appointment. This video can also serve as a reference after surgery if you need to refer to any of the post-operative care instructions.
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Dr. Tansavatdi performs eyelid surgery to restore sagging eyelids, remove excess fat and rejuvenate the overall appearance of your eyes. By reversing unwanted signs of aging, eyelid surgery can remove 10-15 years off your face and give you a more rested, alert appearance.
Sagging eyelid skin doesn’t just make us look older than we feel. It can make us appear tired, angry, stressed or sad even when we’re not. In more advanced cases, it can make it difficult to open our eyes fully and obstruct our ability to see. Men and women who want to rediscover a more youthful appearance or improve their field of vision may choose to undergo eyelid lift surgery, or blepharoplasty.
Dr. Kristina Tansavatdi is a fellowship-trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Westlake Village, CA. Her focus is providing a personalized experience and expert, state-of-the-art cosmetic care for the face and neck. Dr. Tansavatdi is currently Double Board Certified by both the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology- Head & Neck Surgery and the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. In her spare time, Dr. Tansavatdi enjoys spending time with her family, participating in outdoor activities and volunteering in her local community. Dr. Tansavatdi is deeply committed to providing the best experience to all her patients, including Westlake Village Facelift, Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) and Rhinoplasty patients.
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By far, the absolute best post-op blepharoplasty video available today. When I think of the two-page photocopied handout I was given as I was leaving the clinic I chose in Canada, I was so NOT prepared for what I was about to experience. No one talks about the depression and I have been looking at myself in the mirror for the past week and wondering why I did this to myself. I am going in for removal of sutures in a couple of days... and I feel so much better about the whole process. Thank you so much, Doctor. This video was a balm on my injured eyes and soul.
Hello from across the ocean! Just wondering how you're doing now? I see you posted month ago. I'm on day 4 here and feeling sorry for myself with my very uncomfortable lids and (one) eyeball. 😅 Does it get better quickly? I won't see my surgeon again until 13 days post-op!
@@mariet2117 Day 4 is the worst! It gets better... but not quickly. I suppose it's better not to look in the mirror but what else can we do while we are waiting for the healing process? I know EXACTLY what you are going through and how you feel. I had my upper and lower blepharoplasty exactly 6 weeks ago. I'm still swollen mornings depending on which side I slept on but the swelling goes down in the first few hours. Hang in there... everyone I spoke to said it can take up to 3 months for everything to get back to normal. Love.
@@garssympa500 Aw. Thank you. I haven't spoken to anyone who's had it so comforting to hear from you! Not knowing what's normal is terrifying! And not being able to close my eyes naturally at bedtime. 😐 Best of luck and thanks so much.
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Yes...no one mentions that depression...its nice she prepares you for that....I'm so nervous I've been thinking of doing this for a loong time...going for my consult on Mon.
Are u so happy u had your surgery now?
This is fantastic. Getting the procedure done in a couple weeks, and while my doctor is very good, nothing can beat this video. Thank you for taking the time to do this!
Thank you so Informed into day three, and I wish I had watched your video before . Dr. Hadn't given me this much after surgery ❤
The best video I’ve come across. Very thorough with a calm, measured gentle delivery. Thank you.
Thank you so much Judith! I really appreciate it.
Love how thorough she is.
Thank you so much!
Very clear and thorough. Really helpful. It’s a long list, will need to write down. Good doctor. Grateful.
Dr. Kristina Tansavatdi, has about been the only doctor who has provided such great and through post operative information that most doctors don’t.
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Yes totally agree with the comment prior! BEST post-po video out there for Blepharoplasty. Thank you so much Dr.!
I have been watching all of these videos. Have a consult on Monday for upper & lower..i am a 43yr old woman.
Thank u again for your very very informative video!♥️♥️
Thank you! This is by far the most in depth and comprehensive recovery description I have heard! You have been so honest and straight forward…it is so refreshing! I feel more ‘normal’ having seen your video! I am no longer scared of what is happening to me.
Thank you! VERY comprehensive!! Also, thank you for explaining chemosis - which can be quite scary until explained.
By far the best explanation, far better than my doctor gave me. I had Upper Bleth yesterday. This really is so helpful to me.
Thank you doctor for your clear , detailed, extensive explanation.
Thank you for this video, super helpful! I had my upper eyelid surgery yesterday. The surgeon was very busy so didn’t spend time afterwards discussing what to do, apart from giving my a prescription & advising me to keeping elevated. I had been googling myself so have been icing since yesterday and I think that is definitely helping. Thanks again Doctor, your video has really helped me.
How did you end up liking it? I got it done about 4 days ago. It's too hard to tell what it's going to look like at such an early time. Right now, my eyes are too swollen and you can barely see my eyebrows. LOL I look like "Chucky" the horror movie doll. I'm still glad I did it. It did hurt on one eye though. They used a local.
@@lindsaysmith2401 I am so happy with the result! It’s a year since I had it done, and I’m really thrilled with it. I can totally relate to what you look like, it scared me how swollen and cut up I looked in the first week. It healed quickly after all. Best of luck, I’m sure you will be as happy as I have been with the outcome!
I too had some pain and tenderness, one eye felt more stretched when I blinked and felt bruised to the touch. It was fine once the swelling completely subsided, took about 2 weeks for tenderness to go completely
@@carolineb7796 Ty so much. Your reply made my night!
This is such a thoughtful video. Thank you for all the information you gave. I had my upper lids done by an ocular plastic surgeon with local anesthetic. Getting the injections was the only little fleeting pains I had. I had no pain after surgery at any time and therefore did not need any pain medication, not even Tylenol. I was very pleasantly surprised! I also felt nothing but a very slight pinch here and there as the surgeon clipped the sutures. I love the outcome! It's only been 3 weeks. I did not get much swelling and only some light bruising on the sides near my nose and under my eyes. I was told to eat pineapple because it cuts down on bruising and started a week before. If you do eat a lot of pineapple, I suggest you rinse your mouth after because you otherwise might get little sores. I didn't know that until I got a couple and read about this on the web. I didn't have any further irritation once I rinsed. Everyone is different so can have different experiences. I'm glad mine has been so positive. Also, I had Arnica as well which helps with bruising.
Thanks you for this beautiful video
Fantastic video!
Great video and tons of info that I need for my sugery in 3 days! I will be passing this on!! Didn’t have any of this info and have been searching the web for something to ”calm my nerves” 😂😂. Getting upper and lower done. Sure hope it all goes well 🙏
Thank you so much!!! You are the best!!!
I just had upper blepharoplasty and I so appreciate all this after care instructions and practical information. Thank you!!
Thank you for your kind words. I am so happy this was able to help you.
Of course!! I am so glad to help.
How did it go? Was it painful? Do you mind sharing your experience?
This is an amazing tutorial. Thank you so, so much. Like another poster, my surgeon just briefly had time to tell me to apply chloramphenicol to eyes on night 1 & I got a prescription for gel and drops. On Day 4 now and my eyelids are SO uncomfortable and tight and it feels like there's something in one eye. The swelling and bruising doesn't bother me. Not seeing the surgeon for another 9 days.. Would feel much more comfortable if my clinic was as thorough as this one!
Thank you for this video, doctor! Today is day 9 since my blepharoplacty- upper and woller, and I find it very useful. I also like how calm your video made me feel! Thank you!
You're welcome! It is great to hear from you and others that the video is helpful. :)
I am having this procedure done I Australia. I wish I could have it done with this amazing and caring Dr. ❤ Thank you for this video.
Thank you so much!!!
I really appreciate you watching the video!
This was such an informative video. I am seriously considering having both upper and lowers done, but feeling really nervous.
I hope you are able to move past the nervousness. It is a positive transformative experience for most of my patients.
I am so glad it helped! Surgery on the face is an incredibly personal journey so it is very important to do your research beforehand!
I love this video! Thanks for sharing, it's an inspiration for my own videos!
Thanks so much for your positive comments. I look forward to checking out your videos!
@@FaceliftExpert Thank you so much!
Thank you so much! I really enjoy your videos as well.
Thank you! The most valuable information and I will be talking with my Doctor.
Thank you for watching!
I really appreciate your comment!
Thank you! Very thorough!
You're welcome! I'm happy it was able to help you.
Again thank you. I find myself referring back to this video to make sure I’m following your recommendation❣️
Thank you so much!!!!!!!
Love this video you're the best
Ive been thinking of getting my rhino and blepharo in Philippines or Tijuana but i have been following this doctor and it seems like she is an expert in her field,,,i can trust her. I will get a consultation with her next year, in concern about the pricing since its in the US. Im going to have tummy tuck bbl and musle repairs this year in Tijuana and plan to do my nose nexr year...thank you Doctor for this,,,you're so kind to do this!
The most informative video I have found since having lower eye bags removed a week ago.
My jowls are more pronounced, will they disappear eventually? Is there any exercise I can do to get rid of them?
Thank you
Excellent information, Thank you
Thank you for watching! Glad it was helpful!
The doctor just did my upper eyelid. Never took any antibiotics or pain medication. The pain wasn't that bad. Yes...a little tense but not super painful. No! The stitches were not removed. They were the faded away kind. Hydrogen peroxide worked perfectly. Just had the surgery. Still in healing phase. So far👍
Nice
Doc thank you
Thank you
I'll be 55 in May and have been wanting this procedure for a while now. The space in between my eyelids and eyebrows is wrinkly and hooded and I can't create a winged liner like I'd like to. I cannot afford to have this surgery but am glad I watched this video anyway. I learned quite a bit.
Thank you for the comment! I am glad you had an opportunity to learn something about the procedure.
there is a doctor who does it through offer in groupon site ...she works between indiana and Cali ..she does it for $1500 ...normal price is $3000, or $2500,
@@FaceliftExpert Hi! Very pleased with your video ( What kind of vitamins do you recommend for after care? What kind of Arnica and Bromelin? Thank you!
Good job
Hi, I am considering to get my upper lid and lower surgery oversea comesticplastic surgeryhospital. I was told that the healing would be within 1 week but I am feeling nervous and not sure if I can believe what they said. I am so glad I came across this video.
One question I like to ask is, the potential blood bleed behind the eye ball that could lead to blindness if not discovered in time. During what period after the operation do we need to look out for these sort of symptoms? Are they normally within week 1, 2, 3 or could be longer before we would experience the symptoms?
Hi there. Great video
.you are very beautiful BTW.
I am having a direct eyebrow lift. Apparently I am due to have stitches removed on day 6. Do you think that is a bit soon with the stitches doing fair bit of work?
Should I try and get it a little later than day 6?
Happy new year to you
I really apreciate this video. It is very helpful!!
Loved the way you talked and explained about everything!! Your voice is very reassuring.
I do have couple of questions..
When will we see the final result? I am currently in day 12 and still have swelling in upper and lower eyelid.
Also, when do we stop using cold in our eyes?
The cold compresses are likely less helpful 12 days out from surgery but if you have the time to continue to do it, keep doing it. Unfortunately, swelling is really hard to gauge as each person responds differently so the final results can come early or may be later at closer to 4-6 months out when all swelling is gone and everything has settled.
i’m excited to get mine. mostly because of my vision and convenience, but it will be interesting to see how it changed my face! especially as someone in my 20s!
hi doctor i just wanna know which type of eyelid ointment to apply after surgery? which ointment do you recommend using?
Hi Dr, is it ok to cough while you healing from the eyelid surgery? because I have this chronic cough and my surgery is next week. Thanks!
This is very helpful my upper bleh is scheduled for July 24
Thank you for watching the video! Make sure to check with your surgeon as every surgeon may have their own preferred post care instructions.
When you talk about wearing makeup 1 or week 10 days after, are you referring to after the suture removal or after the surgery itself?
Hello, thanks for the info... My question is..
Is there a Chance of one eye getting Hypertropia after lower lid Blepharoplasty??❓please
Hi, day 14 of upper & lower blepharoplasty for me. I have been nervous & scared of results. I think my incisions don’t look good, very bumpy lines. My right eye has a bigger inner bump towards the end as well. I’m still icing hoping this helps. Only had 2 postop visits with nurses not my surgeon although they say everything looks fine. Recovery journey has been very stressful to say the least. Thanks for this video, very helpful.
thankyou
I had both my low and upper surgery 4 weeks and 3 days ago and my eye lids still swelling. Is it normal and what should i do to help reduce swelling? Thanks doc.
Is busted blood vessels inside the eye normal after under eye blepharoplasty?
Can you tell me the vitamins to use please
How long do I have to wait to shower, after surgery?
how long does it take for the lower eye lid to come back from the Drupi state
Good afternoon, Doctor.Thank you very much for such detailed instructions.I had an operation 4 days ago in Moscow, lower transconjunctive blepharoplasty with fat displacement.I have very strong edema and hematomas.I did ultrasound massage without affecting the leukoalastyrs under the eyes and the place of fat fixation.Could I move the fat pads? Does fat hold fast in a new place?I have one fixation point right next to my nose. And then won't there be a shift to the old place? I am very worried that the massage could hurt, although I did it carefully.I would be grateful for an answer.Sincerely, Larisa.
is it possible to get surgery without antibiotics
can u make a video on how to massage eye after blepharoplasty to avoid ectropion
Hi Rizzi, thank you for the idea! That was a great recommendation. I hope to put one up soon!
When can I take a shower after the surgery?
Two weeks ago i had my op for upper eyelids, i have no dressing where the incisions occurred, so didnt feel it was hygienic to put them on fresh scarring so just did the sides of my face and below my eyes. I was not told when i could wash my hair or face like normal. I have dissolvable stitches too. I did not have eyedrops, just eye ointment twice a day. All the bruising has gone however I experience a bit of pain when i lean over so trying to avoid this. I still have double vision, and my right eye wont open fully.
Can I use clear eyes redness relief three times a day? I had lower eyelid surgery on 2/27/2024
Thank you Doctor , Excellent información, specially for some of us that had surgery and non of this was explained , Thank you so much !
You're welcome!
I have dry eyes can I have eye lids surgery?
Hi doctor, I have done upper eye surgery he’s been five weeks now. My left eye is still a little bit red inside and he still hurts sometimes inside sometimes it’s like a give me blurry vision I would say what something is like stock can you please tell me what
Are you in Florida
Hi i did my upper and lower eye surgery 15 days ago my swelling is gone but my one eye is smaller than the other. What can i do to fix that .
My surgeon didn’t give me all the specific instructions that you discuss so thank you! I am wondering when you would say someone can resume exercise? I am a Peloton rider and that can be pretty strenuous. How many days/weeks do I need to wait?
I'm the same, Karen. Wondering when can I get back to reformer pilates. Might be a while, methinks.
2-3 weeks typically. The main issue before is sweating.
I have retained suture in my upper eyelid after unsuccessful removal. Long one inside the eyelid. Im day 11 post upper & lower blepharoplasty. My surgeon told me to remove immediately - awaiting the date- other advised to leave it. Its the blue non-absorbable.Could i have your opinion please?
When can i start applying retenial cream or prescribed tret .o5% around the eyes? Also after a month i am still seeing some fat deposit under my eyes and still some pain when i touch the undereye...is this normal,?
I had both upper and lower eye surgery 20 days ago, I still have a lot of swelling and bruising … puffy bags and very bruised how long for that to go away’’’’ .. I am putting on arnica ointment and ice as well as warm packs anything else I can do?
How is it 9 months later?
Thank you,doctor!!!
I wish,my doctor warned me about all possible side effects...
Of course! It is important to be well informed of the healing process and not have false expectations.
When can I wear swimming goggles since they snug around the eyes after lower eyelid surgery?
has anyone’s retraction gotten better after 5 weeks post lower blepharplasty ?
how long after can u use red light therapy
I would recommend no earlier than 3 days after surgery.
Are there any alternatives for puffy eyes.. mine are not horrible.. I am so afraid of surgery.. I have seen many devices for puffy eyes.. do they work.. I would be satisfied even if it would help a little?
Yes, some of these alternatives for puffy eyes temporarily work such as using fillers to hide the puffy eyes. Skin creams or skin tightening treatments can also tighten the skin to reduce the puffiness. However, keep in mind these options are usually temporary.
@@FaceliftExpert Thank you for your quick response.... I would want be completely out.. I read that recovery time is longer and I'm okay with that.. Do most people choose local or general?
@@joannepopovski1321 Hello, I had both upper and lower surgery.
I had general cause in the lower flows more blood and you might feel anxious.
If you have only upper you can do just local
Another thing that wasn’t talked about with me, is the Dr used laser, not a blade, that’s what stirred me during the procedure, I had very light twilight sedation, wouldn’t have it another way, but boy, the smell of burning flesh!!😩
The same happens to me, the Dr, ask me during the intervention; are you ok? And I said, "it 🦨😂"
i just had my ptosis surgery by frontalis suspension method and i think that my eye has been overcorrected (my surgical eye is bigger than my normal eye) .Its been 3 days since my surgery is this normal ..
It's normal to have overcorrection. We often overcorrect as there is some relaxation that occurs after surgery. If you are worried, please check in with your surgeon to let them know about your progress.
@@FaceliftExpert thank u so much for the info !
hi doc!
I would appreciate if I could have your opinion about some concerns i have. It’s been 11 weeks since i had an upper blepharoplasty and a transconjunctival blepharoplasty and although the infraorbital area has small amount of rezidual edema, my cheekbones and my cheeks are swollen, and even under my jawline i have some edema, my face has become a little rounder, as if the swelling came down. From your experience, is this normal that the edema went down and last this long? Because it doesnt seem to be getting better. I also mention that i have no signs of infection, i’m 26 years old and no health problems.
I also had a facial ultrasound which confirms the fact that I have an amount of edema in the genian region of the face, bilateral
I'm sorry to hear about the amount of swelling you are dealing with. I have seen swelling last longer when patients have an autoimmune condition or if there is pre-existing Hyaluronic acid filler present in the face. I would consider speaking to your surgeon and seeing if lymphatic drainage massage might be an option for you.
@@FaceliftExpert thank you very much! I have made all the investigations in order to discover the cause and I don't have any autoimmune disease, but a PCOS syndrome and a big hormone imbalance. I have nasolabial and lips filler, but the ultrasound doesn't find any migration/inflammation from it.
This video was so informative. I am on Day 4 and I too am wondering what have I done? I am experiencing Chemosis, continuous watering, bleeding etc. But I have my post-op appointment in 3 days. When does the watering stop? Ive already made quite a few mistakes post-op with touching and itching my eyes, wiping etc. I had lower eyelid surgery only. Also, is Arnica a pill or ointment?
Good for you for committing to eyelid surgery! It will be worth it in the end. The watering may take a few days to a few weeks to stop depending on your own healing process. Arnica can be used as a pill or applied on the skin. I would recommend using the pill at this time.
@@FaceliftExpert Thank you for your response. I wish you were in Los Angeles!
I had my lower eyelid surgery and it is has been 2 weeks now. Yes the bags are gone but i noticed that i now have under eye wrinkles which significantly shows when I smile :( is this normal?
This can be expected if the surgery was done just to remove the bags and there was no outside incision for your surgery.
I just had lower blepharoplasty with fat repositioning five days ago and the bags are gone but there are sooo many wrinkles especially when I smile. I looked best when I was swollen on day 1-2!! Did your wrinkles ever get better or what did you do?
@@killitallaway it's been almost a year now since my surgery. My problem with the wrinkles just disappeared on its own :)
@@neilpr7029 meaning you just got used to them? I'm in a state of panic ever since I've had mine done March 23 and I know it isn't done healing or even close but it's so hollow and dark and wrinkly I have never seen anyone look like this after.
@@killitallaway nope, it just went away on its own. I guess my skin was adjusting back then when the wrinkles first appeared. I say give it a few months and it will be gone
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Said nothing about shower😢
I'm on day 7 after blepharoplasty surgery and my eyes are worse today then day 3. I'm freaking out. The fat bags looks like they were moved further down instead of removed from my under eye. I'm not sure if I'm swollen or if they just moved the fat and I now have a bulge. I'm very scared. 😭
I hope you are okay now. How's it going a month later?
How are u doing now?
No video.
Is it common for 1 eye to be 75% more bruised than the other?
I just came home today from upper and lower surgery today.
It seems like all the good facial Surgeons are in Cali! The really good Texan Doctors should post their work, so potential patients can know how to find them.
I know some great facial surgeons in Texas! Please let me know where you are and I can try to send you to someone I recommend in your area.
I live in the HEB area, between Dallas and Fortworth TX. Any information would be appreciated. Thank you
@@soreamosquera4408 Dr. Sam Lam and Dr. Jordan Cain are my recommendations. Can't go wrong with either!
Thank you
Hello do you know any doctor in el paso area
I have to add that i didn’t realise that the instructions I received which i couldnt read at all, said i had to put ice on eyes every 10 minutes during the day for the first 48 hours! The person looking after me neglected to read this. So four days later….
Trans for sure
such a nice name, such an ugly, unnecessary comment.
Be grateful for the content, and stop trolling
Hello,
I had an upper blepharoplasty, 1 week and 3 days before. But one eye is bigger then the other. Im little bit affraied. Can you tell me whats going on? 🥲🥲
This can sometimes occur if there is more swelling around one eye than the other or if there is some asymmetry with the incision lines. Asymmetries can be common after surgery and are usually temporary. I would discuss this concern with your surgeon for your peace of mind.
Now what's ur result?
How is your result now 9 months later?
@@jessier.4237 today i have Still one eye bigger than the other but you know what its naturel. No one can tell 😊