Eyelid lacerations are cuts to the eyelid caused by trauma. Your
child's health care provider will examine the eye closely to
make sure there is no damage to the eye itself. An
ophthalmologist (doctor who specializes in comprehensive eye
care) may also examine your child for further evaluation of the
eye. Specific treatment for eyelid lacerations will be
determined by your child's health care provider based on: - Your
child's age, overall health, and medical history - Extent of the
injury - Your child's tolerance for specific medications,
procedures, or therapies - Expectations for the course of the
injury - Your opinion or preference Treatment may include: - If
the laceration is simple, as determined by your child's health
care provider, the cut will be sutured (stitched). Local
anesthetic drops may be placed in the eye and injected into the
tissue prior to the suturing. The sutures will usually be taken
out five to seven days after the injury. - Sedation or general
anesthesia may be needed for younger, unco