Day of Treatment

Day of Surgery

Buccal Fat Removal

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OVERVIEW

Morning of
Surgery

Pre-Treatment
Checklist

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No Contacts
You may wear glasses but do not wear contact lenses to your surgery.
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No Deodorant
Do not wear deodorant or lotions, especially on the chest and torso.
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Arrive in proper attire
Surgery day, wear loose-fitting clothes that fasten at the front. No slipover clothing.
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Wash Yourself
Wash yourself including your hair the evening before or the morning of surgery. Do not use any styling products or sprays. Please reference the bathing directions provided to you and use Hibiclens /CHG.
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No makeup
Please arrive with a clean, makeup-free face
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Take medicine
Take only approved and required medicine as directed.
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avoid alcohol
Avoid alcohol for 48 hours before your treatment and caffeine on the day of your treatment.

POst-Treatment
Dos and Don'ts

EVENINg OF 
SURGERY

Do:

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Eat with small movements
5 to 7 days post-surgery, eat a soft diet, take small bites with no wide mouth movements and properly hydrate.
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Sleep Elevated
Sleep on your back elevated for 2 weeks, at a 30° incline, with approximately 3 pillows.
Use Cold compress made of Frozen Peas
For the first 48 hours, use cold compresses made of frozen peas to minimize swelling and help with discomfort.
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Drink and Eat Healthy
Stay hydrated and eat a healthy well balanced diet.
Use a cold compress
Use a cold compress to ease any swelling or discomfort.

Don't:

DO NOT
Eat Spicy, Salty, Acidic Foods
Do not eat acidic, spicy, and salty foods and drinks for 5 days.
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DO NOT
Perform Strenuous Physical Activity
Do not perform strenuous physical activity, including athletic activities, intercourse, aerobic exercise, weight training, heavy lifting, and any straining. You may gradually resume exercise 4 weeks after surgery; light walking is okay and recommended. Listen to your body; if it hurts the treated area- Stop.
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Surgery day
‍MED LOG

Before
Surgery
Surgery
After
Surgery
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Prescriptions

Recommended
POST CARE Supplies

Eucerin
Cetaphil cream cleanser
Hydrogen Peroxide
Bandaids
Stool Softener
Baby Shampoo
Ice Cubes
Tylenol