Orbital Contouring

The incision will be closed through sutures and will need a week or so to heal. The patient needs to wear compressed dressing on the forehead, which can be removed while cleaning the incision and showering. There can be significant bruising and swelling around the eyes. It’s common that the patient’s eye will be completely shut due to swelling for the first 24 hours so a family member or a friend will be needed to take care of the patient. All patients of orbital shave are admitted overnight at our centre. With the passing days, swelling begins to subside and pain disappears. Some areas of the scalp may remain numb for many months along with the forehead. When the incision is made in the hairline, hairs will start to grow after a period of 3-6 months.

The patient may experience numbness over some areas of the scalp. In most of the patients, sensation returns to normal within a few days. However, there are some patients who report that sensation doesn’t return to 100% normality. In most of the patients, they can resume their normal activities including professional activities within 12-15 days after this procedure.