Renee Rouleau

DECEMBER 9, 2022

If you’ve been considering it (or are just curious), this post will help you get started. Swelling can be unpredictable, as I witnessed when I owned my spa up in Dallas—a prominent plastic surgeon in town used to send me his post-op patients for lymphatic drainage massage when they were having trouble with swelling.

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Scarring Post-Op Surgery Skincare Routine 195

West Lake Dermatology

JULY 20, 2023

This post was originally published on August 6, 2021. By embracing these garments as part of a post-operative care routine, patients can optimize their recovery timeline, reduce swelling, and achieve the most satisfying results possible. Reduced tension can contribute to the formation of less noticeable scars.

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Surgery Post-Op Scarring Medical 36

West Lake Dermatology

JULY 3, 2023

A robust pre-surgical exercise program is the best action a patient can take to minimize their post-surgical recovery time. It is important to continue following the surgeon’s post-operative instructions, such as wearing compression garments and avoiding certain medications that can thin the blood.

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Surgery Scarring Post-Op Medical 36