How long after surgery (TT,BL) do you have to wait until you can take a shower?

Thank you for your question. As always, you should follow your plastic surgeon's recommendations.  In my practice, I allow patients to shower the day following their procedure as long as they feel up to it. You should always have someone with you the first time you shower as you may feel faint or unsteady following your surgery.Best of luck,

Various surgeons have different recommendations about post-op care depending on the extent of the procedures, whether drains are utilized, and their preferences based on prior experience.You should discuss your concerns with your
plastic surgeon, who should be certified by the American Board of Plastic
Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic
Surgery (ASAPS), that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your
concerns with that surgeon in person. It is important to follow all of
his or her instructions.Robert Singer, MD FACSLa Jolla, California