Preparing for Plastic Surgery

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Preparation for cosmetic plastic surgery procedures generally commences 2-3 weeks before the procedure. Your cosmetic surgeon should give you particular instructions and guidance on how to prepare mentally and physically for this life-changing event. Depending on the sort of treatment, there might be express instructions to follow. In general, certain preparation steps are found across all types of cosmetic surgery. Following these steps helps to prevent complications and improves recovery.

2 weeks before the operation, it is strongly recommended to stop smoking, if you’re a smoker. Smoking prevents quick and good wound healing. In addition, discontinue any non-steroidal antiflammatory medicines and consult your doctor if there is an emergency and you want to take ibuprofen, acetaminophen or aspirin. Follow your doctor’s instructions for other types of medicines.

Start organizing support for you while you are recovering. Dependent on the type of surgery, you might need to stay in bed for 1 or 2 days. You may not be in a position to lift weights and perform ordinary regular activities and housework. Plan to have friends and family help you during these days or prepare and freeze meals, clean the house before the surgery, shop for groceries, books, gauze, pain relief medication and any other items that you’re likely to want during recovery. Plan to have a designated person for taking you to surgery and driving you back home afterwards and also to drive you to doctor visits during the recovery period.

You may not be able to go to work for one or two days. It is recommended to plan and finish any work due during your recovery time or transfer your assignments to work mates, if you cannot finish them before the treatment. Let your supervisor know that you will be out of the office for health-related reasons and complete any necessary paperwork beforehand.

Prepare your recovery area at home with pillows, books, mags, pain relief medication and supplies for your wound, TV with remote control, videos, music, and phone. Put light snacks next to you and make the room comfortable with appropriate lighting and heating.

Last although not least, only wear loose clothing on the day of surgery. Dependent on the kind of operation, it’s best to wear clothing that can be simply removed and put back on. Psychologically prepare your self for the recovery time. There’ll be discomfort and swelling but “no pain, no gain” as they say. Be prepared to weather this and with help from medicine and your doctor. This is the day you have been preparing for.

Tommy John is a longtime article author on many expert topics including cosmetic surgery and weight loss surgery.

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