How can I minimize bruising from a Lifestyle lift?

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A: Some additional therapies for Lifestyle Lift bruising

Benjamin C. Marcus, MD

There are a few homeopathic remedies that are also helpful 1) is Arnica Montana. This can reduce bruising and swelling. It should be started 2 days prior to the procedure and up to 7 days after 2) The second element that can be helpful is bromine. This is found in Pineapple. You can eat the fruit post-op or... more

A: Reduce cosmetic surgery bruising after face & neck lift

Houtan Chaboki, MD

Any facial cosmetic surgery has the potential to cause bruising, and skin discoloration. Most of this facial or neck bruising is temporary and fades away in a few days or weeks. More extensive cosmetic procedures may take longer to recover. Avoid Blood Thinners We are sometimes unaware that... more

A: Minimizing bruising after face lift

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Avoid ASA and motrin like products for 2 weeks preoperatively. Avoid herbal supplements for 2 weeks preoperatively. Avoid alcohol for 1 week preoperatively. Contemplate preoperative and postoperative Arnica montana Control your blood pressure. Avoid straining postoperatively. Rest postoperativley. Attempt... more

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