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The ASPS
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Patient
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What is recovery from plastic surgery like? |
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Will I be able to tolerate the pain post-operatively? |
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Each patient will tolerate pain post-operatively in a different way, and we
consider this. While some patients may describe the pain as an ache, others
experience greater discomfort. Appropriate pain medications are prescribed for
the post-operative patients, and these help minimize discomfort. Most facial
cosmetic operations have minimal discomfort post- operatively. Liposuction is
slightly more uncomfortable, and operations that require elevation or
tightening of the muscles-such as an abdominoplasty or breast augmentation
have discomfort equal to that of a C-section. |
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How long is the recuperative period and when can I return to work?
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The length of time it takes to recuperate after plastic surgery varies
depending on the procedure performed and the person operated on. Most patients
will require assistance for the first two days. Then most patients are able to
care for themselves, but may still need assistance if they have small children
to care for. The specific lengths of disability are outlined below by
procedure. These are approximations, and do not include return to exercise.
Eyelid Surgery - Usually can get around
independently by the second day. With the use of sunglasses, may feel
comfortable going to the store by day 3-4, and with makeup could return to
work by 5-7 days.
Facelift Surgery - Usually can get around
independently by the second day. Usually do not feel comfortable going out in
public for 5-7 days. Requires 10-14 days before returning to work if in the
public eye.
Breast Surgery - Usually can get around
independently by the second day. May return to work at 5-7 days if not
required to lift more than 15 pounds.
Liposuction-Usually can get around independently by the second day, earlier if
smaller number of areas treated. One can return to work and normal activities
in 5-7 days.
Abdominoplasty - Patients may take between 2-4
days before getting around independently. The recovery is almost identical to
C-section. One can return to a desk job at 5-7 days, other jobs 10-14 days.
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When can I resume regular exercise? |
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The time a patient resumes regular exercises varies based on the operation
performed. All patients are encouraged to start a slow walking routine on the
second postoperative day. Regular aerobic and more vigorous activities are not
allowed during the first 2 weeks in order to decrease the risks of bleeding,
swelling, and bruising. Weight lifting and contact sports are allowed at 1
month in most cases. |
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About Surgery |
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Areas of
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Planning your surgery |
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