I recommend that my patient keep all incisions dry, but your PS may have a different post-operative protocol. Follow the guidelines you were given.Kenneth Hughes, MD, ABPS Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
In most instances if your belly is uncovered it would be permissible to gently clean the site with a q tip dipped in saline or peroxide and then apply ointment. However you should check with your surgeon regarding his or her specific post op instructions.