Facial surgery may improve a person's self-image by correcting minor imperfections or by rejuvenating a tired appearance resulting from long-term sun exposure or the aging process. To feel your best, you should follow a regimen of proper nutrition, skin care and exercise after the procedure. We encourage patients to adhere to the following guidelines in order to feel good inside and out.

• Ears are covered with a compression dressing which is removed within a few days. It may be necessary for some patients to wear a light head dressing or headband for several more weeks.
  
  
• When dressings are removed, hair may be washed with a mild baby shampoo and blown dry, as long as the cool setting is used.
  
  
• You are usually up within a day or two and able to resume normal activities within a week.
  
  
• Strenuous exercise should be avoided for four weeks after surgery.
  
  

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