How can I get a fast recovery from plastic surgery?

 about to get a plastic surgery procedure...in just a few weeks...what can i do to make recovering from it less difficult and slow?

5 answers to “How can I get a fast recovery from...”

A: Plastic Surgery Recovery

Farbod Esmailian, MD

Younger, healthier patients tend to have a faster recovery.  Having said that, you need to follow your plastic surgeons directions if you desire to have a smooth and fast recovery.  This means asking questions if you are unsure about what you can or cant do.  It also means ready whatever... more

A: Healthy patients recover faster after surgery

Michael Law, MD

The best way for a person to get the speediest recovery from surgery is to start as a healthy patient. I insist that patients are non-smokers and that they have avoided smoke for at least several months. I also think that people with a healthy BMI will have a more satisying result and will also tend to heal... more

A: After any type of plastic surgery on the face there is...

William Portuese, MD

After any type of plastic surgery on the face there is going to be approximately two weeks of some degree of swelling and bruising located in the facial areas. It is recommended that patients do not go back to work for at least two weeks post-operatively, or have any social engagements, because the incisions,... more

A: There are many things a patient can do to speed their...

Richard P. Rand, MD

There are many things a patient can do to speed their recovery after plastic surgery. Get your life in order before surgery - bills paid, shopping done, home cleaned, and care assistance arranged. This relieves the stress early after surgery and allows the patient to relax and focus only on their recovery... more

A: Post-operative care for any cosmetic procedure is...

Renato Saltz, MD

Post-operative care for any cosmetic procedure is paramount in the success of the procedure and rapid healing time. I give all of my patients the following post-operative instructions after any facial surgery procedure. NUTRITION: It is very important to stay well hydrated following surgery with liquids, such... more

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