M. Ch. (Plastic Surgery), MS - General Surgery, MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Cosmetic/Plastic Surgeon, Mumbai
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18 years experience
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Many surgeons suggest staying away from looking at the mirror after the face uplift surgery
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Regardless of the facial surgery that you have undergone, the appearance of the face may look worse before it gets better. It is natural to have swelling and puffiness on the facial region along with bruising. During the first few days after the surgery, you will have to wear a bandage and may also have to undergo a few stitches. This is the main reason why many surgeons recommend not to look in the mirror right after the surgery. You know that you would look good after a few days and therefore it is recommended to control the excitement for a few days.
Which of these is the most important post-operative care of the facelift?
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Most people have a tendency to collapse in a preferable position after coming back home from the surgery. But this is not recommended for the sake of the comfort of the affected person. It is important to keep off from swelling and bruising and therefore, it is advised to maintain the head at an elevated state as much as possible. There is no need to stand, and you can use a recliner or sit upright in a chair so that your head is held above your heart level.
To get adequate sleep is a necessary aspect of a faster healing after the face uplift surgery
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A facelift can wreak havoc on your health, and it is important to ensure that you are getting enough rest to heal better. It is crucial to note here that it is very challenging to try to fall asleep during the first few days after the surgery. The pain medication would help you have the needful amount of sleep, and therefore, you should never skip those medicines.
Which of these are not recommended after a face uplift surgery?
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After a facelift surgery, certain things can cause discomfort and it is natural. These conditions subside on their own as the body gradually heals after the surgery. You should avoid doing things that would strain your muscles such as leaning, lifting heavy weights and so on. Your surgeon would educate you about the post-surgery care, and you should try to follow them as much as possible to heal better.
Cold compresses aggravate the swelling and inflammation after facelift surgery
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You should opt for a cool compress near and over your eyes along with the upper part of the face to bring down swelling after the surgery. You should try to keep the compress as comfortable as possible and make sure that it is not cold. Using ice also aids in reducing the flow of blood in the facial region which can interrupt the healing procedure. The ice could be too cold for the skin which can lead to an uncomfortable experience altogether and thus, you should stick to cold compress only.
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