Did you recently get a body lift
surgery? If you did, chances are you enjoying the new contours, tightened skin
and a youthful appearance. Body lift surgeries can do wonders for those who
have excess skin or fat (especially around the abdomen and thighs), along with
those who experience signs of aging and thus have sagging skin.
This procedure is one of many
plastic surgeries performed with high success rates across the world. If you
have recently given birth and your skin has loosened to the effect that it
makes you look worn off, then Atlanta body lift is a reliable and renowned solution
for your worries.
An improved body shape with a
youthful figure is what the body lift Atlanta’s surgical procedure essentially targets. Sometimes after
significant weight loss you may still not feel in shape, and need to get rid of
excess fat and tissues that bunch up against the skin and make the body look
shapeless. Body contouring Atlanta is
thus designed to cover all parts of the body that may be looking slack, and
tighten up your skin so you could feel better again!
What to expect
Once you have gone through with
your body lift surgery, it is essential to know what to expect post-procedure.
To completely overcome the aftereffects, you may need to wait a few months
before you are back to normal. However, within the first month and a half, you
will feel that any swelling and bruising that you experienced right after the surgery
will start to wane.
In order to recover smoothly from
the surgery, it is important that you follow post-surgery protocol and take
long periods of rest. This will ensure that signs of tiredness and fatigue are
minimized during the recovery process, as the body takes time to repair itself.
At Crispin Plastic Surgery in Atlanta, we pay special attention to patients’
recovery and assist them in the weeks following surgery.
Complete recovery will depend
entirely on your situation, and on how your body feels. But following a few
tips may come in handy:
Your diet will make all the difference
Ensure that you are not only
looking after your body from the outside but also from the inside. Your body is
fighting to adjust to a new shape and scars/sutures take their time to heal.
So, it is highly likely that your body is looking for extra sources of energy. A
healthy diet, with high proportion of fruits and vegetables, will keep you from
being dehydrated and thus tired. Drink lots of water, and opt for a low-sodium
diet as this will prevent swelling and water retention.
Do not sleep in a flat position
After the surgery, try and sleep
in a reclined position to guarantee healthy blood circulation to your body. And
since this may be difficult to do, a recliner may come in handy for the
purpose. In addition, keeping a wedge pillow under your knees
while you sleep will also look after your surgical areas and prevent any kind
of discomfort.
Prepare for welled up sites
After the surgery, it is common
to experience swelling in the areas that have been operated. To reduce this,
cold compresses can be used for about 15 to 20 minutes, and this will rid you
of pain and any extra swelling that’s giving you discomfort.
Be wary of exposing stitches
Your incisions and stitches will
be highly sensitive in the first few days after surgery and so it will help to
talk to your doctor before you take hot showers and exposing your stitches to
too much dampness, as this may lead to swelling.
Take some times off
Especially true for those who get
a lower body lift, at Atlanta plastic surgery, we advise patients to prepare
for a good healing process and give your body enough time to recover. In cases
where drains are placed, movement is restricted and sometimes painful, and any
amount of physical exertion can slow down your recovery. Drains are usually
removed after 2 weeks of surgery (sometimes 4) and likewise, incisions take
their time to heal.
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