Lipstick & Lipo: Your Unfiltered Guide to Plastic Surgery

Recovery Q&A Part 3: Compression, Scar Tissue & Sedation


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We're wrapping up our Recovery Q&A series with Part 3!

In this episode, we answer three important questions:

  • How does compression actually make fluid go away?
  • What should you do about scar tissue forming along your incision?
  • And is it safe to use conscious sedation with Valium for in-office procedures?
  • We talk through the science behind compression garments, the normal scar healing process, and why a little medication can make your experience so much better.

    What You'll Learn:

    -How compression garments prevent excessive swelling and fluid buildup.

    -The timeline for lymphatic massage after surgery.

    -Understanding normal scar formation vs. problematic scarring.

    -The benefits of conscious sedation for in-office procedures.

    -Why anxiety management matters for your surgical experience.

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    Connect with Dr. Ashley Amalfi:
    Website - https://www.quatela.com/about/our-surgeons/dr-ashley-n-amalfi/
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drashleyamalfi/
     
    Connect with Dr. Smita Ramanadham:
    Website - https://www.drsmita.com/
    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thedrsmita/

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    Lipstick & Lipo: Your Unfiltered Guide to Plastic SurgeryBy Dr. Smita Ramanadham and Dr. Ashley Amalfi