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\"\"Many of our\u00a0facelift<\/a>\u00a0patients feel a bit nervous about the recovery process. They look forward to enjoying their results, but worry about the time between surgery and when they will feel like themselves again. This guide will help you prepare for your facelift recovery. Don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions about your upcoming surgery or anything you experience during the recovery process.<\/p>\n

IMMEDIATELY AFTER YOUR FACELIFT<\/h2>\n

A facelift is performed under general anesthesia. You\u2019ll wake up shortly after your surgery is complete. Some patients will return home that same day while some will need to spend the night in the hospital (we\u2019ll tell you what to expect before your surgery). If you\u2019re going home, someone will need to drive you and remain with you during the initial hours after surgery. You will be wearing a soft head wrap to support the incisions and will likely have some drains in place. Some pain, tightness, bruising, and swelling are common, but we\u2019ll provide pain medication to help you get through recovery as comfortably as possible.<\/p>\n

1-2 DAYS POST SURGERY<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ll meet with Dr. Beale several times throughout your recovery period so he can assess your progress and address any concerns you may have. He typically removes the soft wrap and the surgical drains 1-2 days after surgery. Try to sleep sitting up during this time, as this can reduce the swelling you\u2019ll experience. You can shower a couple of days after surgery.<\/p>\n

7-10 DAYS POST SURGERY<\/h2>\n

Most patients feel quite a bit better after about a week. Many patients return to work after 7-10 days. You can also resume driving at this time. Makeup can be worn after a week; camouflage cosmetics can cover any residual bruising or discoloration you may be experiencing. Sutures are removed after about a week.<\/p>\n

LONGER TERM FACELIFT RECOVERY<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ll continue to heal and should see dramatic improvement in how you feel every couple of days until you\u2019re fully recovered. Avoid coloring your hair for about three weeks. Most patients wait at least four weeks to resume strenuous activities such as exercise. Swelling can remain for a couple weeks. Residual swelling under the eyes is often the last to resolve.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions or concerns. Once you\u2019ve recovered, you should enjoy your facelift results for many years.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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