Is your life too hectic? Do the days fly by, and is time an increasingly scarce resource? Indeed, we are all full of commitments, with routines that grow more dynamic every day! For all these reasons, one of the biggest concerns of patients who come to us for blepharoplasty surgery is: how long will I have to stay away from my daily activities?
If you have the same question, I have some good news for you: the initial recovery takes 5 to 7 days on average. In other words, just one week after surgery, we remove the stitches and patients can return to their normal activities and to work, as long as these do not include physical exercise. But please note: for this to happen, it is essential to correctly follow all postoperative recommendations and care.
The time to resume a physical activity routine is at least 15 days for light exercise. For more intense exercise, you need to wait at least 30 days and reintroduce it into your workouts gradually.
The ideal time
Another question we are frequently asked at our clinic and on social media is this: is there a better time of year to have plastic surgery?
Many people associate winter with a better recovery. However, we always stress that the ideal time is when the patient will have time to follow the postoperative recommendations. In other words, if it is easier to rest for 5 to 7 days in the summer, thanks to holiday breaks, that will be “your” ideal time.
In short, more important than heat or cold is having the time and the conditions to follow medical advice and thus ensure an effective, high-quality recovery.
Individual considerations:
It is important to emphasize that each case has its own characteristics. Therefore, only a specialized professional can say for sure which procedure is most suitable and what care will be needed after surgery to ensure a better recovery.
Do you have more questions about blepharoplasty surgery? Contact our team and book your assessment.
This content is for informational purposes only and does not replace a consultation. Whether any procedure is indicated depends on an in-person assessment, case by case. CRM SP 90.116 | RQE 11.350.
