How Long Is the Recovery After Blepharoplasty? Timeline & Tips
Blepharoplasty recovery is smoother than most people expect—but knowing what to anticipate at each stage can help ease your mind.
Here’s what a typical eyelid surgery recovery timeline looks like at Restore Surgical Center:
✅ Days 1–2
- Swelling and bruising peak
- Use cold compresses and keep head elevated
- Mild discomfort is normal
✅ Days 3–7
- Swelling starts to improve
- Bruising may remain but begin fading
- Stitches (if non-dissolvable) are often removed around day 5–7
✅ Week 2
- Most people return to non-strenuous work and social activities
- Swelling becomes less noticeable
- Light makeup may be allowed
✅ Week 3–4
- Incisions continue to fade
- Normal exercise may resume with approval
- Results become more visible
✅ Month 2–3
- Final results take shape
- Scars are barely visible
- Eyes look more youthful and refreshed
Tips for a Smooth Recovery:
- Avoid smoking and alcohol
- Don’t rub your eyes
- Use eye drops as prescribed
- Follow post-op instructions exactly
- Be patient—healing is a process!
Restore Surgical Center is here to guide you every step of the way—from first consult to full recovery.
Have questions about healing? Let us know!