While the recovery period after plastic surgery will depend on genetics and postoperative care, most people will follow a basic recovery timeline. Eva has worked with hundreds of clients over the years and can help you achieve optimal results. Using resources such as the Mayo Clinic, our medical board has collected the following information.

First 24 Hours

Having a caregiver with you for at least the first day and night is crucial. After the surgery, your doctor will cover your head with bulky bandages that provide gentle pressure. This is intended to minimize swelling and bruising. A small tube might be placed under the skin behind one or both of your ears to drain any excess blood or fluid. Hence, be sure to have pillows prepared to prop you up during your first night of sleep.

• Have your bedside table prepared with water, a flexible straw, medications, a chart, and a pen to record what pills you’ve taken. Don’t forget a gentle laxative and probiotic. Constipation is prevalent with anesthesia.
• Wear a blouse that buttons in front. Avoid something that needs to be pulled over your head.
• Be sure to have plenty of pillows to prop you up as you sleep.

Call 911 if you experience:

• Chest pain
• Trouble breathing
• Loss of consciousness
• Any other medical emergency

Call your doctor if:

• Your temperature is over 101 degrees.
• You are experiencing severe nausea and vomiting, continued dizziness, or incoherent behavior, such as hallucinations or pain that your pain medication cannot control.
• If your skin is red and hot to the touch.
• If you notice excessive bleeding or fluid seeping through the incisions.

Week One

In most cases, you’ll see your doctor the day after surgery, and he/she will remove the drainage tube and change the bandages.

• Two to three days after your facelift, you may be able to switch from wearing bandages to a facial sling or at least less bulky bandages. Most doctors will suggest you shower at this point. If you get the green light, splurge on two showers a day. This will help keep the area clean and feel good, too.
• Ask your doctor when you can resume daily activities such as washing and drying your hair, bathing, and other routine physical activities.
• Mental clarity will depend on the amount of pain medication taken, which will determine your ability to get up and resume light activities.
• Getting your circulation going is essential, as this will help you recover more quickly. Evening strolls (out of the sun) can be a lifesaver for those who like to stay active.
• Swelling and bruising should peak three or four days after surgery. Keep in mind that it is OK to see more swelling and bruising on one side of your face than the other, as each is a separate surgery site. Call your surgeon immediately to assess the issue if you notice a severely distorted bulge on either side of your face or neck.
• The sutures/stitches holding your incisions in place may be itchy, but taking good care of them will help alleviate the discomfort. Showers will help.
• Start the first Titok Naturals® Post Operative Wellness Treatment with your doctor’s approval.
• Begin to use the Titok Naturals® postoperative skin care kit.

Week Two

This is when the real progress begins.

• Most people experience bruising or swelling on one or both sides of their face, neck, and around the eyes.
• As your face heals, expect unusual sensations (e.g., tingling, burning, numbness, or tightness)—this is also normal. The nerve endings are beginning to reattach, resulting in a “tight” feeling and some fluttering as the body works to reconnect nerves.
• Although things will start to improve at this stage, you still have a week or two to go before you can expect all the visible bruising/swelling to be gone. Keep in mind that it takes a full year to see final results.
• During this time, when the euphoria wears off, patients start to get nervous or second-guess their decision to get plastic surgery. Keep your eye on the prize, and know that achieving your end results will take a while.

Week Three and beyond

By week three or four of your recovery, when your stitches and staples have been removed, you will experience some mild discomfort as the wounds heal.

• Most patients are back to work about now, wearing makeup and making vague excuses for the swelling and bruising. “I just got a major peel” seems to satisfy most curious coworkers.
• Eva recommends you continue her non-medical Titok Naturals® Postoperative Wellness Treatment, which will encourage the nerve endings and capillaries to connect and do their job of removing the extra fluids (swelling).

When I first heard about the complimentary Postoperative Lymphatic Wellness Treatments to follow my surgery, I didn’t know what it was or why I needed them. However, after the first two times, I experienced decreased pain and swelling. So, as recommended, I signed up for four more treatments. I was sold after learning more about how this treatment helps recovery after surgery and experiencing the results. After each treatment, I experienced a visible decrease in swelling. The pain level also went down dramatically in the days that followed. My body felt rejuvenated, tingling all over and alive. I am so glad I spent the money on the Lymphatic Wellness Treatment with Eva. It has been amazing! Mentally, I feel more positive about my recovery, as if I’m doing my best to heal correctly. I wish I’d been able to read something like this before my treatment so I could begin to understand how beneficial it could be. I couldn’t be happier with the decision to do the Lymphatic Wellness Treatment and the results I’ve seen!  Thank you, Eva!

Very best regards,
Monica M.