home. eMail . operations . cost . aging . after pregnancy . facial sculpture . body sculpture . men . scars Patrick Hudson MD PA, Plastic Surgery.................505/242 0070 for more information BLEPHAROPLASTY  information about Dr. Hudson Do I need any special tests or X-rays?   related articles If you are in good health and you plan a local anesthetic, you may not need any special tests or X-rays. If you suffer from a serious illness, such as diabetes, your doctor may order tests or suggest you see your treating physician. If you are going to have a general anesthetic, the anesthesiologist may order special tests to prepare for the anesthetic. Blepharoplasty indications for blepharoplasty How is a blepharoplasty done? complications and problems associated with a blepharoplasty Some frequently asked questions (FAQs) about blepharoplasty or eyelid tightening INDEX OF QUESTIONS May I drink alcohol? What anesthetic will be used? What will I look like after surgery? Will I need to change any bandages? When may I bathe? When can I go to the beautician? How much will the operation cost? Will I have bruising or swelling? Can I combine this with other operations? What are the complications? Do I need to eat a special diet? When can I drive? What do I eat before surgery? How will I feel emotionally after surgery? How do I reach my doctor in an emergency? When can I exercise? What should I do to get ready for surgery? How long does it take to heal? When can I go home after surgery? How is a blepharoplasty done? How long does the operation take to do? Does it hurt after surgery? Do I need to use ice? Will my insurance pay for surgery? How long will the results of surgery last? When can I put my contact lenses in? Will I like the results? Are there any medicines I should not take before surgery? Will I need to take any special medicines? How early do I need to be at the operating room before surgery? How do I look after myself following surgery? Do I take my regular medicines before surgery? Can I get the same results without surgery? Where is the scar? When can I have sex? Do I sleep in any special position? Should I stop smoking before surgery? How do I look after my stitches? How can I know if surgery is right for me? Do I tell people I had cosmetic surgery? Is there anything I need to tell the surgeon before surgery? Do I need any special tests or X-rays? What happens if I do not like the results? Am I being vain? Will the operation affect my vision? Where is the operation done? Do I need somebody with me after surgery? When can I go back to work? Do I need to wear special clothes or garments? Can I have the operation more than once? Facelift Forehead Lift Eyelid Tightening Nose Job Ear pinback Skin Resurfacing Chin implant Cheek implant Scar Revision Hair Transplant Tummy Tuck Mini-abdominoplasty Thigh lift Liposuction Ultrasonic Liposuction Breast Enlargement Breast Tightening Breast Reduction Gynecomastia Arm lift Hear Dr. Hudson speak in your neighbourhood..............Request more information about cosmetic surgery home . eMail . operations . cost . aging . after pregnancy . facial sculpture . body sculpture . men . scar map of website . opening screen . webmaster . legal all material is copyright protected