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Advanced Art of Cosmetic Surgery Thomas M. DeWire, Sr., MD, FACS Specializing in Cosmetic Plastic Surgery |
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| Breast Augmentation Mammaplasty Frequently Asked Questions |
| What should I do to prepare for Breast Enlargement Surgery?: |
| To limit the risk of bleeding, patients should avoid drugs that interfere with clotting, including aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs (such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) or napoxen sodium (Naprosyn, Aleve)) for at least 7 days before surgery. Vit. E should be stopped for at least 3-4 weeks before surgery (since it inhibits clotting protein production by the liver), as should all homeopathic remedies, such as St. John's Wort. Alcohol should be eliminated for 24 hours before surgery. To limit the risks of infection or germ contamination that could lead to implant scar capsule formation, you should not shave for 10-14 days before surgery (to prevent shaving nicks and ingrown hairs that could harbor germs), until the morning of surgery when you should shower thoroughly with soap, and then shave your armpits in the shower, just before coming to the hospital. |
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