Prepping of the periocular region

Preparing the Periocular Region for Surgery

Before undertaking a procedure on the periocular region, the patient needs to be properly prepped. This involves a combination of patient instructions and medical recommendations to ensure a safe and successful procedure. Properly prepping the periocular region for surgery helps minimize potential infections and complications.

Here are a few tips for prepping the periocular region for surgery:

• Restrict the patient’s activity before the procedure. Advise them not to exercise, lift any heavy objects or engage in any strenuous activities.
• Direct the patient to remove all makeup, lotions, creams, oils, and perfumes from the area at least 24 hours before surgery.
• Ask the patient to take an antiseptic bath, preferably a few hours before the procedure.
• Consider prescribing a topical anesthetic to the patient 30 to 60 minutes prior to the procedure.
• Instruct the patient to avoid eating and drinking after midnight on the day of the procedure.
• Advise the patient to stop taking aspirin, herbal supplements or anticoagulants as instructed by a physician.

Following these preparation tips will help ensure that the procedure is performed safely and with optimal results. It's also important to remind the patient to keep their head and hands straight and still during the procedure.