What to expect
Before You Arrive
When you arrive at our building, feel free to park anywhere in our large free parking lot. Our office is located on the second floor just to the left of the stairs or elevator. In order to maximize your visit, we ask that you arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to fill out any necessary paperwork. Alternatively, you can click on the “Portal” link above to fill out your pre-visit information.
When you arrive at the office, please bring your insurance cards and identification, list of current medications, and any discs with relevant CT or MRI scans. If your visit is non-cosmetic, we will present you with an insurance verification form that outlines the costs of the consultation as told to us by your insurance company. We will also collect any copays or remaining deductibles.
DURING YOUR VISIT
AFTER YOUR VISIT
PRE-OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS
DAY OF SURGERY
POST-OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS
Prior to your surgery, you will receive a printed post-operative instruction sheet. The following are the most common areas of concern for patients.
Swelling and Bruising
After surgery, patients can expect swelling and bruising in the surgical area. Applying ice packs for the first 2 days, followed by warm compresses for the next 5-7 days, help the bruising and swelling subside faster. Ice can be applied using anything that is cold to touch (frozen peas or corn, ice in a Ziploc bag, etc). Heat may be applied using a heating pad, warm wash cloth, or rice pack.
Pain
The recovery from most oculoplastic procedures is only minimally uncomfortable, and over-the-counter pain medications (acetaminophen or ibuprofen) are all that is required. If you have a more involved procedure, Dr. Dewan may prescribe a small amount of stronger pain medication for you to use. This is typically only necessary for 1-2 days post-operatively.
Bandages
If you have bandages, they can be removed the following morning after surgery, unless otherwise instructed.
Activity Restrictions
Most patients have minimal activity restrictions following surgery, with patients potentially able to drive and work within 1-2 days after surgery. Showering and washing your face is possible the day following surgery. Please do not rub your eyes or the area of any incisions, but rather “pat” your eyes dry. Exercise where your heart rate elevates should be avoided for 1 week. Heavy lifting of greater than 20 pounds should also be avoided for 1 week.
Eye Medications
If you were using eye drops prior to your surgery, it is ok for you to continue using them after your oculoplastic procedure. Typically, you will be prescribed ointment to be used on the area of surgery post-operatively. This will not interfere with any other medications you may be using.
Post-Operative Visit
Dr. Dewan will see you for a post-operative check typically 1 week following surgery. Some procedures do not require a post-operative check, and you will be informed if that is the case prior to surgery.