When should I apply hot compress after double eyelid surgery

Although the double eyelid surgery process is relatively simple compared to other plastic surgeries, in order to achieve a more natural effect, everyone must consult a doctor before undergoing the surgery, and should also recover well after the surgery. Generally speaking, after double eyelid surgery, the patient's eyelids will experience congestion. The symptom of congestion can be effectively improved by hot compress. But how long after double eyelid surgery can hot compress be applied?

Generally speaking, four days after the operation, the patient's wound will begin to heal, leaving only some small blood scabs. From this time, the patient can apply hot compresses, which should be continued until the patient's eyes return to normal.

Applying hot compress to the eyes can effectively promote blood circulation in the eye area, thereby promoting the reduction of swelling and healing of wounds. Hot compress can be done with a hot water bottle or a towel soaked in hot water and wrung out. It should be noted that when doing hot compress, be sure not to get water on the incision of the double eyelid to prevent the possibility of infection. During the postoperative care of double eyelid surgery, you must strictly follow the doctor's instructions to avoid unexpected situations.

How to apply hot compress after double eyelid surgery: dry hot compress and wet hot compress:

Dry hot compress is to use a hot water bag, fill it with 1/2-2/3 hot water, place the bag at an angle to expel the air, then tighten the plug, wrap it with cloth or towel, and place it on the area that needs hot compress. The water temperature in the bag should be between 50 and 60 degrees Celsius, and check carefully for leaks. When doing hot compress, you can change the hot water in time as needed to maintain a certain temperature.

Wet hot compress is to soak a small towel in hot water, wring it dry, place it on the part that needs hot compress, and then cover it with a dry towel or cotton pad to maintain the heat. The temperature of the compress should be tolerable and not too hot for you. Moist hot compress can generally last for 20-30 minutes. During the hot compress process, you should always observe the local skin color to avoid burns.