If you have just had a cosmetic surgery, all of your focus should be on full recovery and healing. It is crucial to take good care of you when recovering from plastic surgery. Make sure you take good care of yourself, both physically and emotionally.
Although patients get advice and instructions from everywhere, it is important to speak to your doctor and follow all instructions he/she gives you. Apart from the things you should do, there are certain activities you must avoid.
You must avoid the following to promote healing and get back on your feet as the New You and a rejuvenated person you always wanted to be:
1. Ignoring Doctor’s Instructions
Most individuals are unable heal completely because they don’t follow doctor’s instructions carefully. Remember doctors are trained experts in plastic surgery. They are board-certified and authorized to give you instructions on recovery and healing. Not following directions can lead to disappointing consequences.
2. Smoking or Exposure to Secondhand Smoke
Smoking is generally bad for you. However, it is especially harmful for your health after a cosmetic surgery. It will compromise your lung function and delay the healing process.
3. Lying in Bed
At the cosmetic surgery center, you will be given a specific set of instructions on the frequency and duration of doing a physical activity or walking after surgery. You should avoid any kind of vigorous exercise until a green signal is given. Do not keep lying in the bed all the time. Moving around is important. It will help pain medication heal you. Idleness can lead to constipation.
4. Having No Support
Being alone after cosmetic surgery is a big no-no. You may require physical and emotional assistance for at least 48 to 72 hours after the surgery. There should be someone to help you walk around, prepare food, fetch water, and even provide you with emotional support. It really helps to have someone on your side to encourage you and help you recover fast!
5. Excess Dieting
This is not a good thing to do. Excess dieting or not eating altogether can make healing difficult. Proper healing demands apt nutrition. After surgery, your surgeon will provide you with detailed instructions on the types of food you should eat, things to avoid, and when to eat. Generally, it is advice to avoid hot/spicy foods. Using straws is also prohibited to avoid any strain/stress on facial muscles.
6. Being in the Sun
Sunlight is not good for your skin post-surgery. The harmful ultra-violet rays will prevent scars from healing properly. So make sure you avoid direct exposure to sun after a cosmetic procedure. Using a sunscreen with SPF 15 is important when outside. Wearing a wide brimmed hat and good quality sunglasses will also protect your skin.
7. Having Doubts
Any surgical procedure (an intensive one) can leave doubts in your mind afterwards. However, you must remember that having a procedure was your decision solely. Hence, you must be happy and confident about it. Simply listen to your voice and the reason you went ahead for the surgery. You have decided for it to enjoy the benefits thereafter. So remove all doubts from your mind and look forward to a more beautiful you and a great future – just the way you imagined!
In a Nutshell
Following the tips mentioned above will help you
to recover and heal completely from the surgery. The road to recovery will be
smoother and faster. For any queries and doubts in mind, you can get in touch
with your cosmetic surgeon without delay.
