Is it okay to do dry brushing my body before Mommy Makeover?

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Hello I'm having a MM in 2 weeks. I regularly dry brush my body (everyday) & only use natural organic soaps & organic almond oil in my body. Is this practice ok to do up until my surgery? I know I will have to use an antibacterial soap for at least a week before but can I continue to dry brush? I forgot to ask this question at my pre-op. Thank you

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

I would say that it sounds like the soaps and oils you are putting on your skin are natural and should be find to continue. However, you should talk to your plastic surgeon to make sure that he/she does not have any objection. #PlasticSurgery #MommyMakeover #Preopskincare

David Finkle, MD · Answer

I would not dry brush within 24 hours of surgery.  You should shower the evening before and the morning of your surgery using a strong antiseptic soap and not place any oils, deodorant, powder, perfume or lotion on your skin.Good Luck!

Melinda Lirag Lacerna-Kimbrell, MD, FACS · Answer

I would say yes, however every practice has their own specific protocols and the best thing for you to do is to call the office of you ps and ask what they want you to do.Thank you for your question and good luck!Melinda Lacerna, MD FACS

Kiran Polavarapu, MD · Answer

Typically your routine doesn't need to change unless the dry brushing irritates or breaks the skin. However, I would highly suggest you call your plastic surgeon and talk to him or her about this as he may have different suggestions and protocols.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

I recommend you call your surgeon's office to ask this pre operative question. Our advise over the internet might be contray to your chosen surgeons!

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