I am scheduled for a facelift in 2 weeks and i have some questions on getting prepared. Specifically my questions are: Low salt diet before and after, does it really help? What about foods rich in vitamin e since you are told to stop vit e supplements? What about vitamin e in face care products? Finally, must i stop restasis and antihistimine and decogestant eye drops and if so when? Thanks in advance - there are always great answers from the doctors on this site.
Answer: Diet Changes Prior to Facelift
These are critical questions to ask of your surgeon. In general, vitamin E must be avoided, while I encourage the taking of vitamin C and K. For facial care products, I generally see no reason to stop these, unless they are extremely irritating.
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These are critical questions to ask of your surgeon. In general, vitamin E must be avoided, while I encourage the taking of vitamin C and K. For facial care products, I generally see no reason to stop these, unless they are extremely irritating.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Face Lift Diet Concerns A low sodium diet, less than 1500 mg/day is fine - and making it even lower will not make a significant difference. I would otherwise eat a balanced diet which includes a protein source but doesn't have to maximize it. In fact not eating a balanced diet, for example high protein and low fat and low carbohydrate diet can cause metabolic imbalance (ketosis) which may have a negative impact. Foods rich in Vitamin E are OK as long as you have a balanced diet.You do not have to stop your antihistimine or restasis.See the below links on how to prepare for and the post op instructions we give our patients for a fast recovery.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Face Lift Diet Concerns A low sodium diet, less than 1500 mg/day is fine - and making it even lower will not make a significant difference. I would otherwise eat a balanced diet which includes a protein source but doesn't have to maximize it. In fact not eating a balanced diet, for example high protein and low fat and low carbohydrate diet can cause metabolic imbalance (ketosis) which may have a negative impact. Foods rich in Vitamin E are OK as long as you have a balanced diet.You do not have to stop your antihistimine or restasis.See the below links on how to prepare for and the post op instructions we give our patients for a fast recovery.
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March 3, 2012
Answer: Preparing for a lift
Each situation is unique and only your surgeon knows the specific details of your procedure and should be the person commenting on post-operative questions such as this
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December 6, 2011
Answer: Preparation for your Facelift should be left to Your Surgeon
Hi there-
While I know your question is innocent, and also that most of the surgeons on this site mean well and want to help, the truth is that your surgeon would probably be a bit sad and frustrated if he knew that you were asking strangers on the internet these questions, instead of letting him tell you what he thinks is safe and effective in his practice.
Think of it this way- none of us know you as well as your surgeon does; none of us have examined you, and none of us knows exactly what the details of the surgery your surgeon is planning are. Your surgeon is therefore the only one qualified to answer. Give his office a call before you do anything.
Best of luck- I hope you look great!
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Answer: Preparation for your Facelift should be left to Your Surgeon
Hi there-
While I know your question is innocent, and also that most of the surgeons on this site mean well and want to help, the truth is that your surgeon would probably be a bit sad and frustrated if he knew that you were asking strangers on the internet these questions, instead of letting him tell you what he thinks is safe and effective in his practice.
Think of it this way- none of us know you as well as your surgeon does; none of us have examined you, and none of us knows exactly what the details of the surgery your surgeon is planning are. Your surgeon is therefore the only one qualified to answer. Give his office a call before you do anything.
Best of luck- I hope you look great!
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December 5, 2011
Answer: Diet in preparation for facelift
Most would agree that a low sodium diet before and after surgery will help to reduce the amount of swelling you experience. When it comes to medications and supplements, your surgeon should be able to provide you with the answers to your questions. It is best to follow his or her recommendations.
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Answer: Diet in preparation for facelift
Most would agree that a low sodium diet before and after surgery will help to reduce the amount of swelling you experience. When it comes to medications and supplements, your surgeon should be able to provide you with the answers to your questions. It is best to follow his or her recommendations.
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