Washing, Showering
& Makeup

Before those stitches come out, you're on a facial timeout!

Stick to wiping areas away from the surgical site with a damp towel. Body showers? Totally fine. Just don’t splash that surgery zone. You can resume your face-washing and makeup routine the day after your stitches are removed.

Postoperative hot/cold compresses are not recommended.

Because you might have numbness around the surgery site, be careful not to frostbite or scald yourself with a compress. For the next month, avoid excessive facial massages and don't open your mouth too wide.

Sensations & Healing

Expect some bruising, which could hang around for 1-2 weeks depending on your body.

Shield bruised areas from direct sunlight to avoid pigment spots. Until the bruising clears, rock a hat or slap on some sunscreen.

Cut back on chit-chat and tough-to-chew foods for the first week post-op; you don't want to trigger any bleeding.

Also, steer clear of activities that increase blood pressure around the surgical site (like vomiting or bowel movements).

Pop in for a follow-up treatment 2-3 days post-surgery.

Got a drainage tube? Come in on days 1-2 post-op for that.

Managing Swelling

The swelling will gradually subside over 3-6 months.

You'll notice a significant reduction in major puffiness after about a week, with lingering swelling lessening over the next 3-6 months. Swelling might be uneven, making your face look temporarily lopsided—that's normal. Over time, any asymmetry will improve.

Your face might look a bit uneven or even bigger initially due to post-op swelling, but it’ll get better within 2-3 weeks.

Scar Care

Keep that stitched-up area dry, folks!

If it does get wet, remove the tape, dry the area thoroughly, and reapply fresh tape.

Alcohol & Smoking

Please avoid drinking and smoking for a month post-surgery.

Consuming alcohol and tobacco can negatively affect bleeding, wound healing, and can increase the risk of infections. For the best recovery, it's advised to abstain for a month.

Sleep Position

Please check the possible sleeping position for 3 months after surgery.

Week 1: Keep your neck straight when sleeping.
Elevate your upper body so your head is higher than your heart - it helps reduce swelling faster.
Don't sleep on your side or stomach; keep facing the ceiling! Also, do not lie on your side or on your stomach; sleep with your face facing the ceiling.