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Surgical recovery time is about 2 weeks. However, it sometimes takes up to 7 months for swelling and discomfort to disappear completely.
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DO:
Apply Aquaphor Post Cleaning
After cleaning, apply a layer of Aquaphor or Petrolatum to all incisions a minimum of 2 times daily.
Follow Wound Cleaning Directions
Follow post-care wound cleaning directions. Use diluted hydrogen peroxide 50/50 water mix, apply the mixture with a Q-tip or clean gauze pad to incision 2 times a day.
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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.
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be patient
Be patient with yourself, the healing process, and the showing of results.
DON'T:
DO NOT
Swim or use saunas
Do not swim, use hot tubs, or saunas for 4 weeks.
post treatment
DO NOT
Expose Your Incisions to Pressure
Do not expose your incisions to excessive pressure or motion.
DO NOT
Make Excessive Facial Movements
Do not make excessive facial movements such as wide mouth laughing and excessive chewing for at least two weeks. This will optimize the healing process.
DO NOT
Wear Makeup
Do not wear makeup. Between days 10 and 14, most patients can return to makeup, avoiding the incision areas. Do make sure to thoroughly clean makeup brushes and sponges thoroughly before using them.
post treatment
DO NOT
Scrub Your Scalp
Do not scrub your scalp. Instead, wash your hair strands using your fingertips, do this carefully and gently. Do not cause motion and movement on the scalp, ears, and incision sites. If ointment accumulates in your hair, it can be easily removed using Dawn dishwashing liquid, but not until wounds are mostly healed, about day 8 or 10.
for 3 days
DO NOT
Wash Your Hair or let water hit wounds
Do not wash your hair until day 3 after surgery. On day 3, use baby shampoo. Do not let water directly hit the wounds or incision sites. Instead, let the water run down and across wounds.
post treatment
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.
DO NOT
Be Exposed to the Sun
Avoid sun exposure and sunbeds for 4 weeks.
DO NOT
Smoke
Absolutely no smoking. Any smoking delays healing, increases infections, and results in worse scarring.
post treatment
DO NOT
Touch, Scratch, or Pick your Skin
Do not touch, scratch, or pick while your skin is healing. This can delay healing and increase scarring.
Do:
After cleaning, apply a layer of Aquaphor or Petrolatum to all incisions a minimum of 2 times daily.
Follow post-care wound cleaning directions. Use diluted hydrogen peroxide 50/50 water mix, apply the mixture with a Q-tip or clean gauze pad to incision 2 times a day.
Sleep on your back elevated for 2 weeks, at a 30° incline, with approximately 3 pillows.
For the first 48 hours, use cold compresses made of frozen peas to minimize swelling and help with discomfort.
Stay hydrated and eat a healthy well balanced diet.
Be patient with yourself, the healing process, and the showing of results.
Don't:
Do not swim, use hot tubs, or saunas for 4 weeks.
Do not expose your incisions to excessive pressure or motion.
Do not make excessive facial movements such as wide mouth laughing and excessive chewing for at least two weeks. This will optimize the healing process.
Do not wear makeup. Between days 10 and 14, most patients can return to makeup, avoiding the incision areas. Do make sure to thoroughly clean makeup brushes and sponges thoroughly before using them.
Do not scrub your scalp. Instead, wash your hair strands using your fingertips, do this carefully and gently. Do not cause motion and movement on the scalp, ears, and incision sites. If ointment accumulates in your hair, it can be easily removed using Dawn dishwashing liquid, but not until wounds are mostly healed, about day 8 or 10.
Do not wash your hair until day 3 after surgery. On day 3, use baby shampoo. Do not let water directly hit the wounds or incision sites. Instead, let the water run down and across wounds.
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.
Avoid sun exposure and sunbeds for 4 weeks.
Absolutely no smoking. Any smoking delays healing, increases infections, and results in worse scarring.
Do not touch, scratch, or pick while your skin is healing. This can delay healing and increase scarring.
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POST SURGERY
MEDLOG
Surgery
Day
1
2
3
And
Beyond
value
day(s) after
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Gatorade
Electrolytes help your body regulate chemical reactions, maintain the balance between fluids inside and outside your cells, and more.
8
oz
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Water
Hydration is vital to a healthy experience
8
oz
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Temazepam
Temazepam works by slowing down the central nervous system (brain), causing drowsiness which helps patients fall asleep.
1
Capsule
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Zofran
Zofran (Ondansetron) is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting
1
Tablet
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Norco
Norco contains a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain
0.5
Tablet
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Diazepam
1-2 Tablets (As needed for anxiety). If prescribed.
1
Tablets
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Tranexamic Acid
Tranexamic acid is a medicine that controls bleeding. It helps your blood to clot.
2
Tablets
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Antibiotic (cephalexin)
Cephalexin is used to prevent and treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
2
Capsule
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Vitamedica Bromelain
Bromelain is used for pain, muscle soreness, burns, and swelling
2
Tablet
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Vitamedica Arnica Montana
Arnica is also used for bleeding, bruising, swelling after surgery
3
Tablet
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Clinical Support Evening
Vitamedica Clinical Support Eveining is used at night to fill essential nutritional gaps, safe for surgery. Also promotes quicker healing.
3
Tablet
Morning
Night
Noon
Evening
If Needed
Clinical Support Morning
Vitamedica Clinical Support Morning is used in the morning to fill essential nutritional gaps, safe for surgery. Also promotes quicker healing.
3
Tablet
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Recommended
POST CARE Supplies
Morning
Noon
Evening
Temazepam
Temazepam works by slowing down the central nervous system (brain), causing drowsiness which helps patients fall asleep.
1 Capsule at night (As needed Sleep Aid) If prescribed
1
Capsule
Morning
Noon
Evening
Zofran
Zofran (Ondansetron) is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting
1 Tablet Under tongue (2x daily As needed for nausea) If prescribed
1
Tablet
Morning
Noon
Evening
Norco
Norco contains a combination of acetaminophen and hydrocodone. Hydrocodone is an opioid pain
1/2 to 1 Tablet (Every 4-6 hours as needed) If prescribed.
0.5
Tablet
Morning
Noon
Evening
Diazepam
1-2 Tablets (As needed for anxiety). If prescribed.
Diazepam is used to treat a range of conditions, including anxiety,It may also be used to cause memory loss during certain medical procedures.
1
Tablets
Morning
Noon
Evening
Tranexamic Acid
Tranexamic acid is a medicine that controls bleeding. It helps your blood to clot.
2 Tablets (MORNING OF SURGERY - 2 HOURS BEFORE ARRIVAL)
2
Tablets
Morning
Noon
Evening
Antibiotic (cephalexin)
Cephalexin is used to prevent and treat a wide variety of bacterial infections.
(2x daily- START NIGHT PRIOR) If prescribed, take until gone.
2
Capsule
Morning
Noon
Evening
Vitamedica Bromelain
Bromelain is used for pain, muscle soreness, burns, and swelling
2 Tablets (3x daily- START 3 DAYS PRIOR). Take until gone
2
Tablet
Morning
Noon
Evening
Vitamedica Arnica Montana
Arnica is also used for bleeding, bruising, swelling after surgery
3 Tablets (3x daily- START 3 DAYS PRIOR). Take until gone
3
Tablet
Morning
Noon
Evening
Clinical Support Evening
Vitamedica Clinical Support Eveining is used at night to fill essential nutritional gaps, safe for surgery. Also promotes quicker healing.
3 Tablets daily, START 2 WEEKS PRIOR). Take until gone
3
Tablet
Morning
Noon
Evening
Clinical Support Morning
Vitamedica Clinical Support Morning is used in the morning to fill essential nutritional gaps, safe for surgery. Also promotes quicker healing.
3 Tabletsdaily, START 2 WEEKS PRIOR). Take until gone
3
Tablet
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POST CARE Supplies
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Hydrogen Peroxide
Bandaids
Stool Softener
Baby Shampoo
Ice Cubes
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