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Important Notes
Your Journey after your Transformation
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
• Be ready to take time off from work. You may take a few
days off work to recover after plastic surgery. This downtime
can help minimize the risk of post-surgical complications.
• Get your support team ready. The first few days after
surgery, you may experience pain and swelling. It will be
helpful to have someone to take care of you.
• It is crucial that you follow the schedule of appointments we
establish after surgery.
• Stay hydrated and consume plenty of fluids.
• Get plenty of rest and follow a balanced diet, with increased
protein.
• Take oral pain medication and all antibiotics as prescribed.
AFTER A LIPOSUCTION you can expect:
• Clear and bloody drainage from the incisions for the first
few days, in a very high volume.
• Moderate discomfort, which should be improved with pain
medications.
• Moderate swelling of the area.
• Bruising around the area.
• Sutures are dissolvable and do not need to be removed. If you
have a dressing on incisions, that can be removed in 72 hours
POST-OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIPOSUCTION:
• Walk for 10 to 15 minutes every 2 hours.
• Do not soak in the tub, jacuzzi, sauna, pool, or beach for three
weeks following the procedure.
• Don´t smoke. Smoking may cause wound healing problems. No
smoking is allowed four weeks before and six weeks after surgery.
• You should not have sexual activity for at least 4-6 weeks
following surgery.
• Avoid direct sun exposure to the suctioned sites for several
weeks after surgery.
• You can return to non-strenuous work within 3-7 days after surgery.
• Return to strenuous activities in 3-4 weeks
• Do not lift more than 5 pounds for the first six weeks.
• Wear compression socks for at least two weeks.
• It is highly recommended the patient receives at least five massages after surgery. The more massages, the better
results you will see.
• After the second massage, start using foam and board for
eight weeks.
• Wear the garment for three months, and change to a smaller
garment when necessary.
• If you take regular medications, ask your surgeon when it is
safe to resume taking them
AFTER A BBL you can expect:
• Clear and bloody drainage from the incisions for the first
few days. Drainage may be significant for 72 hours and will
dissipate.
• Mild to moderate pain in liposuctioned areas should be
improved with pain medications.
• Moderate swelling of the area. Swelling is to be expected
for weeks and sometimes months. The swelling can improve
with intermittent rest and compression garments.
• Bruising around the area. The bruising can be impressive
depending on the extent of liposuction and fat transfer
performed. Most bruises will heal after about 2-3 weeks.
The bruise will go from purplish to yellow/green as it starts
to resolve.
• Itching at the incision sites is normal for a few days.
• Asymmetries: Areas of the body may heal at different rates.
This means that bruising, swelling, and discomfort may not
be uniform and could be more significant in some areas.
Once the body has healed, these asymmetries will even out.
• Sutures are dissolvable and do not need to be removed. If you
have a dressing on incisions, that can be removed in 72 hours.
• Sensory Changes in your skin. You may notice numbness or
tingling sensation around your incision sites and throughout
the affected areas, which is normal. You can expect a return
to the normal sensation after a few months.
POST-OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS FOR bbl:
• For the first twelve weeks, you will need to sleep on your
stomach and either lie this way or stand for all activities
except using the toilet.
• Avoid strenuous activities/physical exercise for about a
week after your surgery. You may resume normal activities
gradually. Be as active as you can. Lying in bed all day is not
recommended.
• Most patients require approximately 1-2 weeks off work
depending on their responsibilities. Returning to work with a
light or part-time schedule can also be beneficial.
• Do not lift more than 5 pounds for the first six weeks.
• You should not have sexual activity for at least 4-6 weeks
following surgery.
• Wear compression socks at least 14 days.
• Avoid direct sun exposure to the suctioned sites for several
weeks after surgery.
• It is highly recommended the patient receives at least five
massages after surgery. The more massages, the better
results you will see.
• After the second massage, start using foam and board at
all times for eight weeks. It is OK to remove it to shower.
Each patient requires personalized postoperative care, but at a minimum, everyone should wear the garment for three
months. Change to a smaller garment when necessary. Also,
make sure garment is flush with skin; avoid any ridges/
creases in garment.
• After three weeks, you can sit on your BBL pillow. After
twelve weeks post-op, you can sit directly on your buttocks.
• If you take regular medications, ask your surgeon when it is
safe to resume taking them.
AFTER A TUMMY TUCK you can expect:
• Clear and bloody drainage from the incisions for the first
few days. Drainage may be significant for 12-48 hours and
will dissipate.
• Mild to moderate pain in liposuctioned areas should be
relieved with pain medications.
• Moderate swelling of the area. Swelling is to be expected
for weeks and sometimes months. The swelling can improve
with intermittent rest and compression garments.
• Bruising around the area. The bruising can be impressive
depending on the extent of liposuction and fat transfer
performed. Most bruises will heal after about 2-3 weeks.
The bruise will go from purplish to yellow/green as it starts
to resolve.
• Itching at the incision sites is normal for a few days.
• Asymmetries: Areas of the body may heal at different rates.
This means that bruising, swelling, and discomfort may not
be uniform and could be more significant in some areas.
Once the body has healed, these asymmetries will even out.
• Sutures are dissolvable and do not need to be removed. If
you have a dressing on incisions, that can be removed in 72
hours, except the brown tape.
• Sensory Changes in your skin. You may notice numbness
or tingling around your incision sites and throughout the
affected areas, which is normal. You can expect a return to
the normal sensation after a few months.
POST-OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS FOR TUMMY TUCK:
• Sleep in a semi-sitting position at a 45-degree angle for the
first two weeks.
• Do not walk straight for two weeks.
• Walk 10 to 15 minutes every 2 hours to improve blood
circulation.
• Avoid abdominal exercises and strenuous activities, such as
bicycle riding, jogging, weight lifting, or aerobic exercise, for 6
to 8 weeks.
• Avoid getting the tape wet; if it does get wet, dry it well with
an air dryer on cold.
• Wash the belly button with water and antibacterial soap.
• Remove the tape after 14 days. You may shower on day 3.
• If the incision is covered with glue, wait five days for a regular bath.
• Do not wear a faja; use only a binder (not too tight). The
massages, garment, foam, and board will start to be used four
weeks after surgery when the wound is completely healed.
• Do not smoke or be in contact with smokers for eight weeks
after surgery.
• Maintain a healthy diet.
• Use your medications as prescribed.
• Depending on their job responsibilities, most people can
return to work about 2 to 3 weeks after surgery. Returning to
work with a light or part-time schedule can also be beneficial.
• If you take regular medications, ask your surgeon when it is
safe to resume taking them.
AFTER A BREAST ENHANCEMENT you can expect:
• Moderate discomfort, which should be relieved with pain
medications. Most of the higher discomfort will subside
after the first few days.
• Temporary soreness, bruising, swelling, and tightness in the
breasts.
• Some bloody or clear drainage on dressings for the first
week after surgery.
• Random, shooting pains, tingling, or other strange
sensations in the skin for a few months. These will subside.
• Changes in nipple sensation. This should resolve.
• If you got implants, they may appear higher in position, firm,
and uneven due to swelling during the healing process.
After 3-6 months, the implants should show a final result
with significantly reduced swelling.
• Asymmetry: breasts may look or feel quite different from
one another in the days following surgery. This is normal
and should resolve.
POST-OPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS FOR BREAST ENHANCEMENT:
• For the first few days following surgery, you should try to
restrict your arm movements. Move your arms slowly to
avoid sudden jerky movements of the chest and breast
area. Try to keep your arms as close to your body as
possible
• Avoid rigorous movement and do not lift more than 5
pounds for the first eight weeks.
• Do not smoke or be in contact with smokers for eight
weeks after surgery.
• Avoid getting the tape wet; if it gets wet dry it well with an
air dryer on cold.
• Start walking as soon as possible; this helps to reduce
swelling and lowers the chance of blood clots.
• Only wear a surgical or sports bra with a front closure for
the first eight weeks. That does not push the implants up.
• Wait to drive until you have a full range of motion with your
arms.
• Sexual activity can be resumed when you feel ready with
no restrictions. Incisions should be well-healed. Patients
typically feel prepared after one month.
• Generally speaking, after two months, most patients are
fully cleared to resume all normal activities.
CALL 911 OR VISIT YOUR NEAREST EMERGENCY ROOM IF YOU EXPERIENCE:
• Severe pain not relieved by pain medications.
• Increased swelling of the area that is not decreasing.
• Excessive drainage or heavy bleeding.
• Pus draining from the incision.
• Loose stitches or your incision comes open.
• A fever greater than 101 °F.
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chest pain,
lightheadedness that does not quickly resolve, severe
vomiting, pain, or asymmetric swelling in your legs.
REMEMBER
That each surgery and patient is different, so be sure to follow any other
specific instructions provided by your surgeon after the surgery.
If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re
here to help you through every step of the process!
