What to do when you go home after a Mini Facelift
Following a mini facelift make sure that you have someone to take you home and who can look after you for at least a couple of days. Also, use recommended painkillers as required.
When can I be up and about again?
You should be up and about in a day or two, but plan on taking it easy for the first week after surgery.
How else can I promote my recovery?
To help promote your recovery, it's important that you:
- Keep your head elevated for a couple of days to reduce swelling.
- Don't bend or strain.
- Don't expose your face to the sun for a few weeks.
- Don't use a sauna, a steam bath or have a massage for at least two weeks.
- Avoid alcohol.
Will my face feel numb?
Some skin numbness is quite normal. Normal feeling will return over time, in a few weeks or months after your facial surgery.
When can I return to work?
Most patients are back at work about ten days to two weeks after surgery. Avoid strenuous activity, including sex and heavy housework, for at least two weeks.
Above all, get plenty of rest and allow your body to spend its energy on healing.
What if something goes wrong?
Contact your surgeon immediately if you:
- Experience shortness of breath, chest pains, or unusual heart beats.
- Notice any signs of infection.
- Experience bleeding.
- Experience a sudden increase in pain.
Find out more
Only through an in-depth discussion with your surgeon will you be able to understand the risks, benefits and expected outcomes of this procedure.
If you would like to find out more about mini facelift surgery or arrange a consultation, contact us today on 08707 606 555, or by completing our online enquiry form for an immediate response.