Recovery From Facelift Surgery: Do’s and Don’ts

·       Are you interested in knowing how to prepare for facelift surgery and recovery time?

·       Are you interested in knowing what you should do during the healing period from your facelift?

·       Did you know a facelift is usually less painful, and most people only require prescription medication?

·       Did you know numbing, bruising, and mild to moderate pain are common after a facelift and easily manageable?

Facelift surgery in Bangalore provides multiple benefits concerning quality treatment, unmatched results, and expert supervision postop. It has been reported that medical tourism in India is growing by leaps and bounds, and Bangalore reserves the top space when discussing plastic cosmetic surgery/ treatments. As stated by ISAPS, a maximum number of total body and extremities procedures worldwide were carried out in India, contributing around 37% of these procedures worldwide. And these procedures include body lifts and facelifts. Thus, in a report published by the Times of India, India ranks 4th on the list of plastic surgery hotspots.

Dr Karishma Kagodu, MS, M CH., a board-certified celebrity plastic surgeon and Managing Director of Dr Karishma Aesthetics, also contributing to Kinder Women’s Hospital, Whitefield, Bangalore shared her thoughts on facelift surgery that only expert, a board-certified plastic surgeon with ample experience in facelift procedures are allowed to perform the facelift surgeries. And, if you undergo surgery with expert hands, there will be minimal risks or uncertainties because a facelift is a procedure of precision and expertise, which requires aesthetic sense and surgical precision simultaneously.

What you should expect with a facelift procedure:

Many of you may think that a facelift is a very painful and complex surgery, but the truth is different. A facelift procedure has moderate pain, and most patients are okay with oral pain medications for 5-7days. The pain is easily manageable with tablets and very rarely injections are needed.

Regarding post surgery discomfort, numbness, bruising, swelling- these are considered as our body’s normal  healing response (seen with any surgical procedure). However, postop advice on what to do and not weighs prime attention when discussing recovery from facelift surgery.

Top Do’s: After a facelift surgery is jotted down below:

Dr. Karishma Kagodu will give detailed instructions on handling discomforts during the first few weeks of recovery. You must follow all the instructions to ensure the best outcomes possible.

Here are a few ways that come under must-do activities post-facelift surgery to ensure you enjoy a smooth recovery.

1.    You are advised to stay with someone for the first 24 hours who can help you immediately after the surgery so you can avoid the stress of driving, food preparation, taking medications, and ensuring that all the postoperative instructions are followed.

2.    It would help if you slept with an elevated head to avoid unwanted postop swelling. You can take the help of pillows or a recliner to help prevent swelling while recovering.

3.    Take prescription medications to ease discomfort during the healing period.

4.    You are advised to use ice packs to minimize swelling and help ease the pain in the surgical area.

5.    You should walk around the house every few hours to keep your blood circulation and accelerate recovery.

6.    Follow all incision care instructions as suggested by your plastic surgeon.

7.    Use skincare products and sunscreen after 3-4days as advised by the surgeon.

8.    Hydrate well and eat soft diet for 1 week

What you should Avoid after a facelift surgery:

It is crucial to follow postop recommendations in which you will have some activity restrictions to maintain your outcomes and prevent complications associated with the procedure.

Activities that you need to limit after facelift surgery are:

1.    You are instructed not to wear makeup during the first 3weeks post surgery, as they can cause skin irritation and compromise results.

2.    Avoid applying pressure around incisions. activities like weight lifting, bending, eating solid foods, or jerky exercises are restricted for a few weeks (at least two weeks) to avoid unnecessary strain on the mouth or jaw.

3.    Avoid hair color or bleach for about four weeks post-surgery.

4.    Avoid prolonged direct sun exposure to your incision areas for 3-4weeks and wear sunglasses with a high-brim hat if going out is necessary.

5.    Avoid bumping or hitting your face and neck during the recovery period.

6.    Avoid driving for 2 weeks

Note: Every patient/individual is unique. However, results may be different for everyone, as the anatomical and physiological status of the patient highly influences the outcomes.

If you want to know more or seeking facelift surgery, call Dr. Karishma Kagodu, MS, M CH., at +91 8042036382, +91 9108969006, +91 7624809006 and schedule your in-person consultation today.