Care
Sheet for Restylane, Perlane, Radiance, and Collagen
Some
bruising is normal and may last for 5-7 days. Aspirin, Vitamin
E and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may make the bruising
worse. We normally do not recommend discontinuing these drugs
and we expect some bruising following these procedures.
There
will be minimal discomfort for a day or two.
You
may apply antibiotic cream to the site following treatment for
1-2 days (twice a day).
You may apply makeup immediately following the treatment.
Some lumpiness and swelling is normal and lasts up to 7 days.
Swelling typically is the worst two days after treatment.
Some patients need more treatment for optimal results.
If
you have any questions or concerns, we are here for you, please
call 718-253-2053.
Botox™
Post-Operative Instructions
1. Do not lie down for 4 hours.
2. Work the treated areas by wrinkling the forehead or frowning
for 1 – 2 hours.
3. Do not exercise (running, aerobics, weight lifting, etc…)
for 24 hours.
4. No aspirin or ibuprofen for 24 hours.
5. It will take 3 – 7 days for the full effect to be achieved.
If
you have any questions or concerns, we are here for you, please
call 718-253-2053
Post-Operative
Care Of Sutured (Stitched) Wound
The
importance of postoperative care to your surgical site cannot
be over stressed. The care you take of yourself and your surgical
wound is extremely important to the success of the procedure and
to your recovery & well being.
Your
wound is closed in several layers. Absorbable deep stitches are
inside, and non-absorbable stitches are on the outside. In addition
a special tape (STERI-STRIP) is applied and glued on top of the
outside stitches. Then a transparent dressing is applied on top.
A PRESSURE DRESSING (a few pieces of gauze) is taped on top of
the wound. Keep your wound dry and covered, unless otherwise instructed.
There are
several things that could happen following surgery.
SWELLING
occurs because surgery has caused a wound & your body reacts
to that injury. If instructed so, in order to help to prevent
bruising and pain, generously apply ice to the affected areas
for the first 6 to 12 hours after surgery. Apply the ice at intervals
of 5 minutes on, and 5 minutes off, to avoid over chilling. Terry
cloth towels can be packed around ice packs to minimize freezing.
Avoid soaking.
BLEEDING:
It is NORMAL to have some dry blood or oozing of fluid. Do not
take off the steri-strips until you visit your doctor. To reduce
possibility of bleeding: A-Limit strenuous activities for at least
24 hours. (Especially after back, chest, hands or feet surgery)
B-Keep the operative site elevated (especially hands and feet).
C-If surgery was on the face, head or neck:
1.
Avoid stooping or bending;
2.
Avoid straining to have a bowel movement;
3. Sleep with your head & shoulders elevated on extra pillows.
If operated on the ear do not sleep on the operated site.
You can control bleeding by applying pressure
directly to the wound with a clean cloth. Do this for 10-20 minutes
without stopping. Should the amount of bleeding concern you, or
if it's not controlled after pressure for 20 minutes, please call
the office (718-253-2053).
DISCOMFORT:
Is normal for 6-20 hours after surgery. You may take Tylenol or
similar non-aspirin painkiller.
INFECTION:
seldom occurs when the wound care instructions have been carefully
followed. Signs of infection are: Increased pain, swelling, redness
or yellowish drainage several days after surgery.
There will be a scar & redness in the area
after surgery. This will decrease as healing progresses but redness
should be expected as long as a year. Everyone heals differently
& the final scar appearance depends on the individual’s
ability to heal. In other words, some scars heal & can hardly
be seen while others become thick and/or tender. Because of the
unpredictability in wound healing, the final appearance cannot
be ascertained preoperatively; therefore, no guarantees can be
implied or stated as to the final appearance of the scar.
If the steri-strips come off, clean the wound
with hydrogen peroxide and gauze, apply POLYSPORIN or BACITRACIN
antibiotic ointment (no prescription is needed), and cover the
wound, and then do the same two to three times per day until you
see your doctor.
Removal of the stitches is fairly painless. Depending
on the type of surgery, suture removal is done in 5 to 14 days.
Once the stitches are removed, the wound may be left uncovered
or tape may be used to protect it. If tape was applied, leave
it on until Please note: It is normal to have some redness at
the operative site, for a few months or longer.
Sometimes, in a few weeks or months, you may notice
some pieces of thread (suture) coming out of the wound. This occurs
because your body is trying to rid itself of the stitches. You
may trim the sutures with a pair of scissors, but do not pull
on them.
ATTENTION: WHEN YOU RETURN FOR SUTURE REMOVAL,
PLEASE INFORM THE FRONT DESK, SO THAT YOU WILL BE TAKEN CARE OF
PROMPTLY.
Please note: It is normal to have some redness
at the operative site, for a few months or longer.
Sometimes, in a few weeks or months, you may notice
some pieces of thread (suture) coming out of the wound. This occurs
because your body is trying to rid itself of the stitches. You
may trim the sutures with a pair of scissors, but do not pull
on them.
