What post procedures should I follow after a facelift?

What post procedures should I follow after a facelift?

Steve Fallek (Plastic Surgeon & Medical Director, Face Focus Medical Spa, New York City) gives expert video advice on: What incisions or scarring should I expect with facelift?; What should I expect after facelift surgery?; Will I have to take time off from work after a facelift? and more...

Usually within the first few days after facelift surgery there is significant bruising and swelling, and there are stitches that may be removed from your plastic surgeon in his office. He may also put garments or special wraps on your face to help compress the facelift flaps. Other options include keeping your head elevated. In general, a facelift does not have many post-op requirements. Keeping your head elevated and keeping the incision sites clean and moist is pretty much all that needs to be done after facelift surgery.