Andre Ismail

On the day of the Minor Ops procedure:

Eat, drink and take usual medications as normal on the day of the procedure
You do not need to bring anything special for the day of the procedure
Please avoid eye make up on the day of the procedure
If you wear contact lenses, please do not wear them and bring glasses for the day
Please do not drive to the clinic, as you may have an eye pad placed following the procedure
Mr Ismail will explain the procedure to you in his clinic, and then you will move to the minor ops room
The procedure will be performed with you lying down comfortably and with a local anaesthetic injection to numb the eyelid
After the procedure, Mr Ismail will give instructions on booking a follow up appointment in clinic if required

Leave eye pad in place as long as instructed by Mr Ismail
Have a restful day following surgery
Minor eyelid swelling / bruising will settle soon
Mild discomfort, or a gritty feeling in the eye, following surgery is normal. If you are experiencing severe pain or your eyesight is affected, please contact me for medical advice immediately
Try not to do strenuous activities, exercise or bend excessively for the first few days after surgery
Please avoid eye make-up / eyelid moisturisers for one week following the procedure
If you normally take eye drops, it is fine to use these as usual after the procedure
It is fine to shower or bathe the day after surgery, being gentle around the eyes
Avoid swimming for 1 week following surgery