3 Must-Have Toronto Facial Cosmetic Surgery Maintenance Tips
Once fully recovered from facial surgery, patients are usually looking and feeling their best as they return to their regular routine.
However, to maintain the results of a cosmetic procedure, it’s important to continue taking of your skin long after incisions have healed. Here are 3 must-have tips for patients looking to maintain the results following their facial cosmetic surgery in Toronto.
Sun Protection
Ways to Minimize the Risk of Visible Scarring
One of the best ways to minimize the risk of visible scarring is to avoid or greatly limit sun exposure, especially in the first few months after your procedure. Fresh scars are highly sensitive to the sun’s ultraviolet rays and can easily darken, creating permanent pigment. The inflammation in the tissue as the scars heal combined with sun exposure can cause hyperpigmentation, which makes the scars and surrounding skin darken unpredictably. This discoloration can last for months or even become permanent if proper care is not taken. So, needless to say, sun protection is key to maintain your surgery results.
Quit Smoking
Drawing on years of training and experience as one of Canada’s most prominent facial plastic surgeons, Dr. Torgerson advises all of his patients undergoing facial cosmetic surgery in Toronto to refrain from smoking in the weeks leading up to and following their procedure. Smoking is directly linked to skin healing complications. Since smoking impairs the oxygenation of tissue, it affects the skin’s ability to heal. This in turn heightens the risk of infection. In cases where infection occurs in post-surgical wounds, scars usually worsen and may detract from your beautiful results.
Dr. Cory Torgerson is well known as an expert in Toronto facial cosmetic surgery. Operating from his state-of-the-art clinic conveniently located in Yorkville, he prides himself on offering discerning clients the most natural-looking results possible.
How to Best Maintain the Results
Diet and Weight Management
Diet and nutrition also play a key role in maintaining the results of a surgical procedure. While some foods have the ability to improve wound healing and strengthen tissue, others can actually prolong the recovery period by negatively impacting the skin’s repair process. To aid the healing process, it is important to increase your protein intake. Protein is a vital contributor to wound repair. By eating protein-rich foods, the skin is better able to heal and repair itself effectively. Avoiding foods with high levels of sugar and nitrates is important, as they can hinder the skin’s healing process. Staying away from alcohol and caffeine is also advised in the week following surgery, as they can affect blood flow and may prolong the healing time.
To best maintain the results of your cosmetic surgery, we recommend that clients aim to maintain a healthy weight. Excessive weight loss or weight gain can make scars appear more prominent as well as compromise the overall results. If a person has undergone surgical fat removal, weight gain can make results unpredictable. Following a healthy diet and maintaining an active lifestyle are the best ways to ensure that weight is stable and under control to prolong the longevity of your results. When it comes to facial cosmetic surgery, the more satisfied you are with your results, the more likely you are to work hard at maintaining them. The best way to ensure that you are pleased with your surgical outcome is to choose an experienced and qualified surgeon with specific expertise in the procedure that you are considering.
To find out if you are a suitable candidate for facial cosmetic surgery, we welcome you to contact our clinic to schedule a private consultation with Dr. Torgerson.
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