Facelift Recovery

Carmel and Indianapolis, Indiana

Following any cosmetic surgical procedure such as a facelift, invasive or non-invasive, it is very important to follow Dr. Linderman's post-procedure instructions to ensure a speedy recovery free from complications. You can trust board-certified cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Linderman of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery of Indiana, to guide you through the recovery process and make sure you are in tip-top shape and ready to resume your normal activities when recovery is complete.

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For most facelift patients, there is usually some discomfort after surgery, but it is not significant. Dr. Linderman will have prescribed medicine to help you deal with the pain. When you pick up your pain medication at the pharmacy, be certain to read about side effects and adverse reactions. If, after taking your pain medication, you notice anything that would indicate an allergic reaction, call us immediately. A different type of medicine can be prescribed.

You may be advised to keep your head elevated for a few days after surgery. This is to help keep the amount of swelling down. You will probably find that it is more comfortable to minimize the amount of moving around that you do for the first few days. A certain amount of numbness is normal as you heal. Feeling generally begins to return within a few weeks and the numbness is usually completely gone after several months.

There are some signs of potential complications that you should be aware of. If you notice any of these conditions, call Dr. Linderman's office immediately.

• Severe or persistent pain
• Sudden appearance of new swelling. Some swelling is normal. What you are looking for is the sudden onset of additional swelling.
• Fever (may be an indication of infection)
• Popped sutures
• Abnormal discharge from site of incision (milky or pus-like)

Dr. Linderman will see you several times during the first few weeks of your recovery. Some of the appointments will be to remove drains (if used), sutures, stitches, or clips. Other appointments will be to assess your progress and check on your healing.

To learn more about the facelift procedure or recovering from your facelift, please contact Dr. Linderman at Aesthetic Plastic Surgery of Indiana today to schedule an appointment. Dr. Linderman has been serving cosmetic surgery patients in the Indianapolis area for almost three decades.

 

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