You’ve had your consultation
and are now just two weeks from your facelift! This is an exciting time, one of
anticipation and even a little anxiety. Now it’s time to focus on your results,
and the best results start with proper preparation. There are many things you
can do and in fact, must do, in the 14 days before your procedure.
Skincare
The condition of your skin
going into surgery has a direct impact on the procedure and your recovery. Well-cleansed
and hydrated skin responds best to surgery itself and is ready to heal
immediately afterwards. Get a really good exfoliating, nourishing and hydrating
facial about a week before your facelift. It’s a good practice to have a facial
every month if you can. Your face will love it and it’s a great way to treat
yourself to some very important quiet time just for you and your youthful face.
Medications
There is a very long list of
medications, vitamins and natural supplements you will be required to stop
taking two weeks prior to your facelift procedure. Aspirin products and many
vitamins and herbal supplements impact blood flow and clotting. Some can
interfere with anesthesia.
Nicotine
Nicotine—whether from
cigarettes or patches—should also be stopped prior to the facelift. This
chemical can interfere with blood circulation and increase the risk of
complications from receiving anesthesia. You may be required to sign a waiver
that says you completely understand the risks associated with smoking and use
of nicotine prior to surgery. Your surgeon takes your health and safety
seriously enough to be certain you are completely informed.
Food
No food or water past midnight
prior to your procedure. Again, this is important for anesthesia and is the
standard of care for any surgical procedure.
Hair
Yes, your hair can play an
important role in your procedure. For facelift patients, having hair a bit
longer may give you options to camouflage incisions or style differently as
your heal. Often these little things mean a lot and unless you’ve had facial
surgery like this before, you wouldn’t think this could have such a positive
impact on your recovery.
It is vitally important that
you follow your pre-procedure instructions carefully and work closely with your
surgical coordinator to get your questions answered. A positive attitude and
attention to detail will serve you well, in the weeks before and the weeks
after. Here’s to your youthful and refreshed look after your facelift!
0 comments:
Post a Comment