Practical Steps to Take After Surgery

No matter the procedure, there is always some level of recovery time needed after a plastic surgery operation.  Below are some helpful tips for recovering from a cosmetic alteration, however make sure to closely follow the instructions of your physician.

• Proper Hydration – Surgery can dehydrate your body, so make sure to replenish your fluids regularly with purified water.
• Ice – Swelling is a normal post-operation process, regularly applying ice to the swelling can help the healing process.
• Medications – It is very important to strictly follow your physician’s instructions regarding medications, so do not take aspirin or anti-inflammatory medications unless suggested by your doctor (since they may interfere with your post-operation medications).
• Post-Op Care – No matter how large or small of a cosmetic procedure you are having, it is key that you arrange for 2-3 days worth of care for you and your family.  This includes: meals, transportation, cleaning, etc.  There is no guaranteed method of estimating how fast or slow you will recover from the procedure.