Recovery after plastic surgery – speeding up and strengthening the WOW effect!

Rehabilitation after plastic surgery

- an important stage of aesthetic transformation, which requires time and collaboration between the patient and the plastic surgeon. When recovery after surgery needs to be accelerated, for example, on the eve of an important event or going out, a cosmetologist can come to the rescue. An esthetician knows:

• how to relieve swelling after blepharoplasty;
• how to get rid of bruises after body liposculpture;
• how to get rid of visible scars after surgery
• ...and many other beauty secrets

We found out which beauty procedures will make the recovery process after plastic surgery on the face and body faster and more comfortable and have prepared this review for you.
During recovery after mammoplasty, facelift, blepharoplasty and other operations, it is important to follow all the surgeon’s recommendations

, consult with a doctor about procedures and care programs, do not forget about
dressings
and
follow-up examinations
. In combination with proper nutrition (proteins, antioxidants, enough clean water), rest, quitting smoking and alcohol (at least temporarily) - recovery in itself is faster. In some cases, the plastic surgeon prescribes additional medications - painkillers, a course of antibiotic therapy - so that recovery after plastic surgery is comfortable and without complications.

The restorative course of beauty treatments that we offer to our patients allows us to achieve the following results:

• get rid of swelling and bruises in a short time;
• reduce pain and discomfort;
• improve skin quality and its ability to regenerate;
• get rid of scars after surgery or make them less noticeable.

Rehabilitation after plastic surgery: why do we need special recovery programs?

You can find out more about recovery after mammoplasty, liposculpture and other aesthetic interventions on our website, and in more detail - at an appointment with a plastic surgeon

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Hematomas and swelling after surgery, unfortunately, are inevitable. The minimum period required for tissue restoration after blepharoplasty and facelift is 14-30 days.
Rehabilitation after body surgery usually lasts 2 times longer. Of course, much depends on the specifics of the surgical intervention and the individual characteristics of the body.
Each patient always has a choice: to undergo an additional rehabilitation course or not. However, it is important to understand that rehabilitation programs are not only aimed at reducing rehabilitation or reducing pain. Electrostatic and lymphatic drainage massage, ultraphonophoresis and injection procedures have a beneficial effect on the skin at the cellular level. The restoration course is an excellent solution for those who strive for the best aesthetic result, want to take care of their skin and begin rehabilitation after plastic surgery with self-care, which is necessary to consolidate the impressive effect!

How to prepare for lymphatic drainage massage?

• take a shower
• A little cardio training before the procedure will enhance its results
• free your skin from makeup
• refrain from eating for 2 hours before the massage
• During massage sessions, drink 1.5-2 liters of water per day
• During the course it is better to avoid heavy, salty, fried foods and alcohol
• Prepare massage oil or cream. Essential oils or honey will achieve better results
• study the lymphatic drainage body massage scheme

The basic rule of lymphatic massage: massage lines are located along the lymphatic lines. Carefully study the location of the body's lymphatic system before starting the massage.

Movements should be directed along the main lines of lymph flow:

• From neck to chest
• From hands to shoulders
• From knees to groin area
• From belly to pelvis

The movements of the palms during the massage should be smooth, without jerking, stroking, gradually turning into patting, springy, directed along the movement of the lymph flow. With each repetition it is worth slightly increasing the force of impact. If at the end of the procedure you feel a feeling of lightness and relaxation, then you did everything correctly.

Rehabilitation after facial plastic surgery

Rehabilitation after a facelift (facelift), liposculpture and blepharoplasty is individual, but as practice shows, tissue restoration takes 2-3 weeks

.
During this period, bruises
and slight
swelling
, which increases
2-3 days
after surgery. Pain usually does not bother you and does not interrupt you from rest and daily activities; it can be reduced with the help of mild painkillers prescribed by your plastic surgeon. There is no need to worry about scars after a facelift and blepharoplasty - they are hidden in the natural folds of the skin or under the hair, and over time they will become invisible. If, during recovery after facial plastic surgery, a patient has an individual tendency towards hypertrophic, keloid, atrophic scars or the tissue healing process does not go entirely smoothly, cryodestruction of the scar, lipofilling or injection cosmetology comes to the rescue. Plastic surgeons at the Pirogov Clinic are always in touch with their patients. The key to successful recovery after facial plastic surgery is to follow all the doctor’s recommendations: for a while you need to give up warm baths, solariums, alcohol and smoking.

Execution technique

1. Preparatory stage. To do this, the face is steamed, cleansed and moisturized with cosmetics. 2. Massage movements begin from the frontal part. A line is drawn with the pads of closed fingers in the center, and light stroking movements are made in the temporal zone. 3. Eyelids are massaged. The massage is carried out using the index and middle pads. The starting positions are the outer corners of the eyelids, where the ribs of the eye sockets are felt. The fingers are placed so that the index pad is higher than the middle one, and movements are made in a circle. You can't press too hard. Attention! During this massage, all movements should be performed in parallel on both the left and right eyes. 4. Continue moving along the protruding lines of the eye sockets: the skin should not stretch. The fingers press slightly on the areas of contact between the pads and the eyelids (the index and middle fingers are in their original position), then the hands move to the nasal septum and press the area again. The movements are repeated along the top of the eye sockets until they reach the starting position at the outer eyelids. Similar rapids across secular zones are repeated about three times. 5. The same trajectory applies to the following technology: apply the middle finger with the side (nail to the ear) to the starting position and roll along the ribs to the opposite side. Manipulations continue across the entire eye circumference, and after moving to the upper eyelid, finger rolls to the other side change. The scale expands if you include the eyebrow area. In this case, tapping movements are used. 6. Next you need to pay attention to the cheeks and lip area. Stroking is carried out with fingertips on the cheeks. The movement is repeated along the line from the edge of the mouth to the ear and from the upper side of the lips to the temporal region. All exercises are repeated up to three times. To improve the labial line, light finger pressure is applied to the nasolabial folds. 7. If you have problems with a double chin, you should run your fingers along the chin line to the jaw base. Next, use your thumbs to lightly press down to the center of the jaw. You need to move in this way from the chin to the ear. In general, the procedure takes no more than half an hour and is recommended to be done in the morning. After completion, you will need a contrast shower or wash: first wash your face with cold water, then with warm water. In this way, the capillaries narrow and expand to discharge the pores.

Facial lymphatic drainage

How to relieve swelling after blepharoplasty or facelift, and also get rid of bruises after surgery?

lymphatic drainage
will best cope with this task . This is a soft and painless procedure, the essence of which is manual or hardware impact on the skin in the direction of lymph flow.

A course of electrostatic and microcurrent drainage can be started 2-3 days after facial plastic surgery

- in accordance with the recommendations of the plastic surgeon.
Most often, to achieve the desired effect (quickly relieve swelling after blepharoplasty, get rid of bruises, tone the skin), 3 procedures
.
For those who strive for excellent results and want to take care of their skin, we recommend a course of 5 procedures
.

The effect of lymphatic drainage massage after blepharoplasty / facelift

• Tones the skin, improving blood and lymph circulation;
• Restores normal metabolism of nutrients in soft tissues;
• Improves the skin's ability to regenerate;
• Lifting the skin and muscle layer;
• Fights wrinkles;
• Models beautiful facial contours;
• Strengthens the effect of comprehensive facial rejuvenation;
• It has a general stimulating effect on blood vessels and epidermal cells and, as a result, quickly relieves swelling.

A course of restorative procedures after plastic surgery on the face reduces the recovery time by 2 times!

This means that after just 1 week, the visible consequences of surgery (swelling and bruising) will be barely noticeable or disappear completely, and your skin will look healthy and well-groomed.

Read more about the cost of a recovery course after plastic surgery

Scheme of lymphatic drainage hand massage

Correctly performing lymphatic drainage of the hands at home will allow you to get rid of unwanted fat deposits, swelling, speed up lymph flow, remove toxins from the body, improve the appearance and condition of the skin. This technique solves such a common problem among men and women as decreased tone on the inside of the arms. Perform each movement 10 times.

1. Use massage oil
2. Extend one arm forward
3. Work your hand from your fingertips to your wrist
4. Perform a movement from wrist to elbow on the outside and inside of the arm
5. Make a movement from the elbow to the shoulder, the armpit area. Be careful when massaging the inside of your arm, the skin in this area is very sensitive and delicate

Lymphatic drainage will give you a feeling of lightness and relaxation. Remove any remaining oil or cream and use moisturizing body milk. Rest for 10-15 minutes.

Performing lymphatic drainage techniques at home is a good way to take care of the beauty and health of your body!

Author of the article:

Practicing: 15 years, Teaching: 8 years

Rehabilitation after liposculpture

Body liposculpture allows you to instantly get rid of “fat traps”, recreate an athletic profile and compensate for the lack of soft tissue volume (enlarge your breasts, buttocks). Liposculpture includes liposuction and lipofilling and is a minimally invasive operation (without incisions), since the surgeon performs all manipulations with a special cannula through small punctures in the skin. Our clinic has installed the latest vibration liposuction device PAL Liposculptor

, which makes such a serious and complex operation as gentle as possible - it eliminates damage to blood vessels, extensive hematomas, and bumps on the skin.
However, rehabilitation after liposculpture of the body cannot be called simple, especially if the plastic surgeon worked on more than 2 zones. After the operation, it is important to wear compression garments
, temporarily give up sports training (later it is not only possible to return to it, but it is highly desirable - to consolidate the result) and follow other doctor’s recommendations.

Scheme of lymphatic drainage massage of legs at home

A correctly performed leg lymphatic drainage technique will help you get rid of excess weight, swelling, a feeling of heaviness, spider veins, correct your figure, tighten your buttocks, and improve the appearance and condition of your skin. Lymphatic drainage can be carried out in combination with the use of creams and gels for swelling of the legs in the hot season, when the problem of heaviness in the legs especially bothers you. The procedure can be performed while sitting at your workplace without using massage oil. Repeat each movement 10-15 times.

1. Use massage oil
2. Move the brushes from the shins to the groin area
3. Move your hands in the direction from your shins to your buttocks
4. Do lymphatic drainage of the buttocks using circular movements

The leg lymphomassage technique is useful for lovers of stiletto heels; performing this procedure will allow you to wear heels a couple of centimeters higher without feeling pain or heaviness in your legs! This technique is a good prevention of varicose veins of the legs and joint pain.

Effect of lymphatic drainage after liposculpture

• Tones the skin and muscles, improving blood and lymph circulation;
• Restores normal metabolism of nutrients in soft tissues;
• Improves the skin's ability to regenerate;
• Fights cellulite;
• Models slender and toned figure contours;
• Relieves swelling and bruising;
• Promotes rapid healing of cannula marks;
• Helps consolidate and improve the results of body contouring surgery.

After body liposculpture, a course of 5-8 procedures or more is recommended so that you can evaluate the result and return to an active life as soon as possible.

Indications

• Loose, sagging skin on the hands.
• Numbness, muscle weakness.
• Presence of excess fatty tissue.
• Swollen hands.
• Excess fluid, cellulite.
• Weakened immune system.
• The skin is in poor condition.
• Impaired blood circulation.

When can injections be given?

PRP therapy (plasmolifting)

Skin restoration after plastic surgery on the face is facilitated by PRP therapy (plasmolifting)

.
Swiss plasma lifting RegenLab
is today considered the “gold standard” and one of the world leaders in injection cosmetology. Facelift (surgical facelift) eliminates deep wrinkles and ptosis of the face, but in itself it does not affect the quality of the skin. PRP therapy (plasmolifting) saturates the skin with platelets, triggering at the cellular level the processes necessary for rejuvenation from the inside (stimulates the synthesis of its own collagen, elastin, hyaluronic acid).

Do plasma lifting

it is possible already
3-4 weeks
after plastic surgery, sometimes earlier - it depends on the specifics of the surgical intervention, the recommendations of the plastic surgeon and cosmetologist.

PRP therapy
works well with facial lipofilling
, as platelet-rich plasma improves cell survival.