How painful is the face: 5 tips for facial recovery

Before undergoing facial surgery, you may be wondering how to manage pain after surgery. Although many people describe mild and chronic pain after a facial, you can expect your face to be sore, sore and tender for several days. Below are tips to help ease your pain after surgery, and we provide a general recovery timeline so you know what to expect.

How can I manage my pain after facial? 

1. Relax 

The first few days after your procedure are very important, and rest during this time gives your body a chance to start healing. When you're in bed, prop yourself up with a pillow under your back and shoulders (but not behind your head) and make sure you rotate your legs several times an hour. . Many people find that sitting and sleeping in a restaurant is the easiest option. It is important that you and your surgeon review these activities during the first days of your recovery.

2. Fill your medicine 

Before your procedure, you will be given pain medication and you will probably be given an antibiotic cream and hydrogen peroxide. These medications will help prevent infection and reduce your pain. Make sure you have your medications ready as soon as possible, preferably before your surgery, so they are on hand when needed. Check with your surgeon about any vitamins or other medications needed to ensure that you will be able to maintain good and beautiful results.

3. Avoid lifting 

Lifting heavy objects can put pressure on the wound. This can cause swelling, bleeding and open sores. Avoid facing or lifting anything for the duration explained by the surgical team.

4. Keep it cool

Wrap a cold compress (frozen peas and corn work well) in a towel or clean cloth and apply it to your face for 10 to 20 minutes every two hours. Cold compresses can help reduce swelling and inflammation and reduce discomfort. Discuss with your surgeon the proper equipment and method by which you can use cold compresses.

5. Reduce head and face movements 

Too much turning of the head or stretching of the neck can affect the suture and wound. Try to limit this movement as much as possible during your recovery to reduce the pain associated with these injuries.

Recovery timeline 

Often, knowing what to expect during recovery can help you better manage your discomfort. When you have pain after surgery, for example, it can help to know when to expect the water to turn. Although experiences vary, here is a general recovery plan that can help you prepare. Days after surgery: You will experience normal feelings of tenderness, discomfort, tightness and swelling. During your scan, your dressing and drainage tubes will be removed. Day 3 to 4: Bruises and swelling are present on the third and fourth day after surgery. Try to rest as much as possible, and you can walk around the house as much as you want. End of first week: Swelling will begin to subside but may persist for several weeks. You may not need a prescription pain reliever at this time. Two weeks: You will begin to notice that the swelling and bruising has reduced significantly. You can start wearing makeup to help you feel more comfortable in social settings. You can restart the fire service and work if the service is weak.

One month: You will see your results at this time and you can resume your work. You may experience residual swelling, stiffness, and tightness that will subside over a few weeks to months. Your incision lines will begin to fade over the next few months.