Do's and Don'ts the Day Before Surgery for Mommy Makeover?

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Latest answer by Tom J. Pousti, MD
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11 answers to Do's and Don'ts the Day Before Surgery for Mommy Makeover?

Dos and Don'ts Before Mommy Makeover Surgery.

First, read "10 Things I Wish I Knew Before a Mommy Makeover" (it's on this site if you do a search). This is honest, accurate, and well-written by an actual patient. Two weeks before: 1) Make sure you stop all aspirin (Bayer, Excedrin, Bufferin, Ecotrin, etc.), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, Nuprin, etc.), Aleve, extra Vitamin E (the amount in a multivitamin is OK), fish oils, and herbal remedies. These are blood thinners or can interact unfavorably with... more

Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS
Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

www.mpsmn.com

Surgeon Specific

The best way to be prepared is to review your instructions and follow the directives of your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Best wishes!!

Christine Sullivan, MD
Columbus Plastic Surgeon

Prior to Mommy Makeover Surgery

Thank you for your question. I am sure that your surgeon (and his staff) have gone over what you can / cannot do prior to surgery at your preop appointment (which is normally a few weeks prior to the surgery). The day before, you need to make sure you have directions to the surgery center, confirm your ride, and do not eat/drink after midnight. Everything else should fall in place. Best Wishes!

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

How to prepare for a Mommy Makeover

The day before should be very restful, don't eat or drink anything after midnight, and the day of the procedure should be relaxing until your surgery. Good luck!

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD
Baltimore Plastic Surgeon

The day before your mommie makeover

Be sure you know what to expect the day before your mommie makeover. Know where the scars will be, what size your implants will be, etcetera. Know how to take care of drains, know if you'll need to go up and down stairs, know who's going to help you cook and clean, know who will help you with your dogs or who will be around if an emergency comes up. Know how to contact your doctor if there's a problem. Knowledge is power.

Ricardo A. Meade, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Pre-op readiness for surgery

This is really specific to each doctor and the specific procedure. But in general for my patients, I just want them to take it easy and to avoid any medication or food that can cause bleeding.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Day before surgery planning

Make sure you are comfortable with choice of implant size, and that you have arangements for help at home during recovery. You will need both emotional support and help with practical issues such as timing of medications and meal preparation. Avoind alcohol and anything that may impair blood clotting. Do not take any herbs or supplements without letting your surgeon know.

Richard Baxter, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

baxterplasticsurgery.com

Day Before Mommy Makeover Surgery

The first thing to remember is that you give so much of yourself to others as a mother, take time to care for yourself during the upcoming weeks. It is important to have loved ones available to assist you in your recovery. More importantly, it is important that you take the necessary time to heal properly from surgery and not step back immediately into the role of "universal caregiver". It is finally time for you to play the role of care recipient. I... more

Paul S. Gill, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Day Before Surgery...

By now you likely have already received your postoperative pain meds and any antibiotics and antinausea medications. Please relax! I'm sure you will do just fine. Prepare an area in your home where you can focus on your relaxation. And remember the recommendations from your anesthesiologist and plastic surgeon - nothing by mouth before midnight. Best of luck.

C. Bob Basu, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.basuplasticsurgery.com

Do's and Don'ts the Day before Mommy Makeover

By the time you have chosen your plastic surgeon and have your surgery date booked, you should have a very good idea of all the surgeon's recommendations for your before and after your surgery. So on the day before your surgery, the most important advice is to follow those guidelines and consult with your surgeon before doing anything differently.

Olivia Hutchinson, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

The day before preparations for Mommy Makeover

As Dr. Tholen stated I would refer to the realself page: "10 things I I wish I knew Before a Mommy Makeover" as linked on this page. Furthermore, this can involve a variety of procedures and the preparation may vary accordingly. As with any procedure an healthy diet with avoidance of derbal supplementts, aspirin and NSAIDS prior to surgery ,as well smoling and drinking are essetial. If a chronic coffee drinker, be prepared for caffeine supplementation post op to avoid a wickled... more