Swelling

• Swelling peaks on the 2nd to 3rd day after surgery, and bandages can be removed after 3 days.
• General swelling subsides naturally within 1 month, while residual swelling improves over 6 months.

Symptoms and Care

• Capsular Contracture Prevention Medication: Skin issues (itching, rashes, hives) may occur. If symptoms appear, stop taking the medication.
  It is preventative, so skipping it will not cause capsular contracture.
• You may feel reduced sensation around the breasts and nipples after surgery. Sensation typically returns gradually over 6 months.
• Sharp, tingling pain around the breasts and nipples may occur but improves over time. This is a common symptom as sensation returns.
  Apply moisturizer to prevent irritation before wearing a bra.
• The skin may feel dry and tight as it stretches after surgery. Apply moisturizer frequently
• Radiofrequency treatment begins 2 weeks post-surgery to aid recovery.
• By 3 months post-surgery, the breast shape becomes natural, and the texture softens.

Face Washing / Shower

• If Dermabond is used on the incision site, showers are allowed after 2 weeks. Avoid scrubbing or forcibly removing the bond.
• If stitches are present, light showers are allowed the day after stitch removal
• After showering, apply moisturizer (e.g., body lotion or oil) frequently. This prevents dryness, reduces tightness, and helps with skin elasticity.

Stitches / Scars

• After Dermabond naturally falls off, manage the scar with scar ointments or patches (recommended for 6 months to 1 year).
• If stitches are present, apply scar ointments or patches 2 weeks after stitch removal (recommended for 6 months to 1 year).
• For early scar care, silicone-based ointments are recommended for their moisturizing benefits and prevention of keloid scars.
• Dissolvable sutures are used inside the incision. The scar may feel firm initially but dissolves over 6 months. If stitches are exposed or cause pain, consult the hospital.
• Scar laser treatments are available after 6 months
• If needed, scar management can include steroid injections after consultation with the doctor.

Wearing Underwear

• When wearing compression garments, ensure the bottom line properly supports the breasts.
• The use of a top band may vary depending on your recovery progress.
• Wear a sports bra for the first 1-3 months. After 3 months, regular bras can be worn.
• For regular bras, choose ones that fully cover the implants and ensure the cups do not press on the implants.
• During exercise, wear a sports bra that minimizes breast movement for support.

Smoking / Alcohol / Sauna / Exercise

• Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 1 month after surgery, as these can slow recovery and cause inflammation.
• Saunas, spas, swimming pools, and strenuous exercise are allowed 2 months post-surgery
• After revision surgery, exercise is recommended after 3 months

Emergency Situations

• If you experience severe pain, extreme swelling, or other emergency symptoms, please contact the hospital immediately. (02.539.1177)

Medication

• Avoid aspirin and Vitamin E for 1 week post-surgery

Swelling

• Swelling will increase for 3-4 days after surgery and then gradually subside. Daily activities are typically possible 5-7 days post-surgery
• Bruising and significant swelling improve naturally after about one month, while residual swelling decreases gradually over 6 months.

Mouth Rinse / Brushing Teeth / Washing

• You can wash your hair starting 3 days after surgery. Light showers are allowed, but avoid baths.
  If water touches the incision area with external stitches, dry it thoroughly and apply ointment.
• After removing the chin tape, light foam cleansing and skin makeup are allowed the next day.
• Any remaining adhesive from the tape can be removed gently with cleansing oil, massaging softly.
• For the first week, rinse with mouthwash instead of brushing your teeth.
• After one week, use a small, soft-bristle children’s toothbrush for gentle brushing, and always rinse your mouth thoroughly with mouthwash after meals.

Symptoms / Scars / Management

• Use cold compresses for the first 3 days post-surgery, then switch to warm compresses to reduce swelling.
• Use the compression band for up to 2 weeks post-surgery (★ Wear for 2–3 hours and take a 1-hour break).
• Avoid wearing the compression band too tightly and do not wear it while sleeping.
• After removing the external stitches, manage the incision with ointment for one more week, then use scar ointment.
• Sensation around the incision area may be reduced after surgery. Sensation generally returns gradually over 6 months to 1 year. A tingling sensation is normal as it recovers.
• You may feel tightness and firmness around the scar. It takes approximately 6 months for the scar tissue to soften.

Meals

• From the day of surgery until 1 week post-surgery, consume liquid foods without solid pieces.
• Soft foods with small solid pieces can be eaten 1–2 weeks post-surgery, while spicy or salty foods should be avoided for 1 month.
• Normal soft foods can be eaten, but since the bones are still weak, avoid tough or hard foods for one month.
  (e.g., tough meats, jelly, candy, caramel, cubed radish kimchi, etc.)

Sleeping Position

• Sleep with your head elevated above your heart and maintain a straight sleeping position. After 1 week, you may sleep on your sid

Smoking / Alcohol / Sauna / Exercise

• Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 1 month after surgery, as these can slow recovery and cause inflammation.
• Saunas, spas, swimming pools, intense exercise, and massages should be avoided for 1–2 months.

Emergency Situations

• During recovery, you may hear clicking sounds in your cheekbones or jaw while chewing. If swelling or pain occurs following the sound,
  please contact the hospital for verification.
• If you experience severe pain, extreme swelling, or other emergency symptoms, immediately contact the hospital: (02.539.1177)

Medication

• Avoid aspirin and Vitamin E for 1 week post-surgery

Swelling

• Swelling will increase for 3–4 days after surgery and then gradually subside. Daily activities are usually possible 5–7 days post-surgery.
• By one month after surgery, approximately 80% of the swelling will subside, and it will continue to look more natural over time

Mouth Rinse / Brushing Teeth / Washing

• Use a saline rinse consistently for about 1 month after surgery. If there is pain, use a cold rinse.
• Brushing teeth is allowed once you can move your mouth comfortably.
• Use children’s toothpaste and a soft toothbrush, focusing on the teeth and avoiding contact with the incision area.
• Until the stitches are removed, clean the face gently with a wet towel, avoiding the surgical area.

Stitch Care

• The stitches inside the mouth are dissolvable and typically disappear on their own after one month.

Care

• Use cold compresses for the first 3 days after surgery, and switch to warm compresses afterward to reduce swelling.
• Starting 7 days post-surgery, practice lip movements (A/E/I/O/U sounds) and smiling exercises (ensuring symmetry of the lip corners).
• From the 2nd week post-surgery, gently practice opening your mouth (3rd week if you are undergoing orthodontic treatment).
• Wear the compression band as directed for 2–4 weeks, ensuring it is not too tight. Avoid wearing it while sleeping.

Meals

• Soft foods with small solid pieces can be eaten 1–2 weeks post-surgery, while hard foods should be avoided for 3–4 weeks.
• For patients who had cheekbone surgery, avoid foods that require significant chewing or cause strong impact for 3 months (e.g., tough meats, squid, caramel, nuts).

Sleeping Position

• Sleep with your head elevated above your heart and maintain a straight sleeping position. After 1 week, you may sleep on your side.

Smoking / Alcohol / Sauna / Exercise

• Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 1 month after surgery, as these can slow recovery and cause inflammation.
• Saunas, spas, swimming pools, strenuous exercise, and massages are allowed 1–2 months post-surgery.

Emergency Situations

• If you experience difficulty breathing due to a stuffy nose, use Otrivin nasal spray up to twice a day. If the issue persists, visit the hospital.
• For severe pain, excessive swelling, or other emergencies, please contact the hospital immediately : (02.539.1177)

Medication

• Avoid aspirin and Vitamin E for 1 week post-surgery

Swelling

• Bruising and swelling may increase during the first 2–3 days post-surgery, depending on the individual.
• Significant swelling typically lasts for 1–2 weeks, and bruising or major swelling around the eyes improves naturally within one month,
  while residual swelling gradually decreases over 6 months.

Symptoms and Management

• Use cold compresses for the first 3 days after surgery.
• Eye irritation may cause conjunctival swelling, dryness, and itching. Use artificial tears frequently.
• Discontinue the prescribed eye drops one week post-surgery.
• For ptosis correction, practice opening your eyes by looking downward without using your eyebrows, and focus on using the eye muscles alone.
• For lateral and lower canthoplasty, conjunctival swelling may occur. Use artificial tears to prevent dryness and apply a generous amount of
  eye ointment at night for better recovery.
• For brow lift procedures, eyebrow tattooing is allowed 6 months post-surgery.
• For lower eyelid fat repositioning, the area may initially feel bulky and firm, but swelling typically subsides within 1 month,
  becoming softer and more natural. Avoid any strong stimulation around the lower eyelids.

Stitches / Scars

• Even after stitch removal, the incision area is weak, so avoid rubbing, touching, or irritating your eyes for at least 1 month.
• Do not use scar ointments on the eyes. After stitch removal, ensure no foreign substances enter the incision area.
  Apply eye ointment -morning and night for 2–3 more days after washing your face.
• Post-surgical scars may darken and feel itchy for 1–3 months, and they may appear more prominent. Always use sunscreen when outdoors.
• Based on progress, scar injections may be administered after consultation with the doctor.

Makeup and Washing

• For 3–7 days post-surgery, avoid direct water contact on the surgical site. If water touches the area, gently wipe it with a cotton swab
  and apply the prescribed ointment.
• After stitch removal, light foam cleansing and minimal skin makeup are allowed starting the next day.
• Avoid heavy eye makeup and cosmetic lenses for at least 1 month, as they may irritate the eyes.

Sleeping Position

• Sleep with your head elevated above your heart and maintain a straight sleeping position.

Smoking / Alcohol / Sauna / Exercise

• Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 1 month after surgery, as these can slow recovery and cause inflammation.
• Saunas, spas, swimming, strenuous exercise, and massages are permitted 1–2 months post-surgery

Emergency Situations

• – If you experience severe pain, excessive swelling, or other emergency symptoms,
  please contact the hospital immediately: (02-539-1177)

Medication

• Avoid aspirin and Vitamin E for 1 week post-surgery

Swelling

• Bruising and swelling may increase during the first 2–3 days post-surgery and can vary depending on the individual.
• Bruising and significant swelling typically improve within one month, while residual swelling gradually subsides over 6 months.
• After surgery, the nasal mucosa inside the nose will be swollen, which can make breathing uncomfortable and cause dryness initially.
  Avoid irritating the mucosa as it may result in injury.

Symptoms and Management

• Use cold compresses for the first 3 days post-surgery (focus on the area around the nose and forehead).
• Avoid actions that put excessive pressure on the nose (e.g., blowing your nose forcefully, lying face down) or
  activities that could cause direct trauma to the nose. These can lead to bleeding, so extra caution is needed for one month.
• Avoid wearing glasses or sunglasses for one month. If necessary, ensure they do not press on the nasal bridge.
• If blood or discharge flows from the nose, let it flow naturally and gently wipe it with a tissue or gauze without touching the incision.
  If bleeding persists, visit the hospital.

Stitches / Splint / Scar Care

• For internal incisions, dissolvable stitches are used, which typically disappear within 1 to 1.5 months. If the stitches cause discomfort, they can be removed upon request.
• After stitch removal, apply the prescribed ointment for 1 more week to the external incision site and any areas with non-dissolvable stitches inside the nose.
• After 2 weeks, use scar ointment for external incision sites, ear cartilage donor sites, or rib cartilage donor sites. If Dermabond is used,
  start scar management only after the bond naturally falls off.
• Depending on your progress, the splint may need to be worn during rest or sleep as instructed by the doctor.

Makeup and Washing

• Lightly clean your face with a wet towel while avoiding areas with tape (avoid water contact with the splint, as it may come off).
• After stitch removal, you can perform light foam cleansing and apply skin makeup starting the next day.
• Using nose strips or scrub products is allowed after 1 month.

Sleeping Position

• Sleep with your head elevated above your heart and maintain a straight sleeping position.

Smoking / Alcohol / Sauna / Exercise

• Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 1 month after surgery, as these can slow recovery and cause inflammation.
• Avoid saunas, spas, swimming pools, strenuous exercise, and massages for 1–2 months post-surgery.

Emergency Situations

• If you experience severe pain, excessive swelling, or other emergency symptoms,
  please contact the hospital immediately: (02-539-1177)

Medication

• Avoid aspirin and Vitamin E for 1 week post-surgery

Swelling

• Bruising may last 1–3 weeks, depending on the area, and approximately 70–80% of swelling subsides within 3–4 weeks.
• Satisfaction with results typically begins around 1 month post-surgery, while the remaining swelling gradually improves over 1–3 months with treatment.

Symptoms and Management

• After surgery, the treated area may feel firm and lumpy. Gently massage the area while wearing the compression garment to help recovery.
• Wear the compression garment consistently for 2 months. If it becomes loose after 1 month, it is recommended to have it adjusted or tailored
  for continued effectiveness.
• Remove the compression garment for at least 4–12 hours per day to aid blood circulation and reduce swelling.
• After 2 weeks post-surgery, combining a balanced diet with light exercise can help with weight control and recovery.
• Incision areas with stitches will be covered with medical-grade bandages. Leave them in place for 1 week, and afterward, manage with scar ointment.
• Sensation around the treated area may feel reduced but generally returns gradually over 6 months to 1 year. A tingling sensation may occur during recovery,
  which is normal.

Showering

• After stitch removal, light foam cleansing and showering are allowed starting the next day. Keep the skin moisturized as it may become dry after showering.

Smoking / Alcohol / Sauna / Exercise

• Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 1 month after surgery, as these can slow recovery and cause inflammation.
• Saunas, spas, swimming pools, strenuous exercise, and massages are allowed 1–2 months post-surgery.

Emergency Situations

• If you experience severe pain, excessive swelling, or other emergency symptoms,
  please contact the hospital immediately: (02-539-1177)

Medication

• Avoid aspirin and Vitamin E for 1 week post-surgery

Swelling

• Bruising and swelling may increase during the first 2–3 days, depending on the individual.
• It takes approximately 1 month for swelling to subside and for the fat to settle. The overall shape will appear more natural thereafter.

Symptoms and Management

• During the fat grafting stabilization period, avoid external pressure or impact on the treated area to prevent disruption.
• After 1 month, a follow-up check with the doctor will be conducted. If needed, a second fat grafting procedure can be
  performed for areas requiring additional volume.

Stitches

• After stitch removal, the incision site will be covered with a medical-grade bandage. Leave it on for 1 week, then manage with scar ointment.

Makeup and Washing

• After stitch removal, you may perform light foam cleansing, shampooing, and makeup starting the next day.
• After washing or shampooing, ensure the incision area is dried thoroughly and continue applying scar ointment for about 1 week.
• Hair coloring and perm treatments are allowed 1 month post-surgery.

Smoking / Alcohol / Sauna / Exercise

• Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 1 month after surgery, as these can slow recovery or cause inflammation.
• Saunas, spas, swimming pools, strenuous exercise, and massages are permitted 1–2 months post-surgery.

Emergency Situations

• If you experience severe pain, excessive swelling, or other emergency symptoms,
  please contact the hospital immediately: (02-539-1177)

Medication

• Avoid aspirin and Vitamin E for 1 week post-surgery

Swelling

• Bruising and swelling may increase during the first 2–3 days, depending on the individual.
• Significant swelling generally lasts for 1–2 weeks, while residual swelling gradually subsides over 1–6 months.
• It is normal for swelling to occur asymmetrically, with one side appearing more swollen or recovering faster than the other.

Symptoms and Management

• Tingling pain may occur but will improve over time.
• For forehead lifting, temporary pain and a sensation of tightness around the fixation area are common and will gradually improve.
• Mild bleeding from the incision site may occur for 3–5 days. Use a towel over your pillow while sleeping.
• Use cold compresses for the first 3 days post-surgery, especially around the eyes, as swelling may be more noticeable there.
• After stitch removal, manage the scar with scar ointment starting 2 weeks post-surgery.
• Wear the compression band for up to 2 weeks post-surgery (★ Use for 2–3 hours, then rest for 1 hour).

Makeup and Washing

• After stitch removal, you may perform light foam cleansing, shampooing, and makeup starting the next day.
• After washing or shampooing, dry the incision area thoroughly and continue applying scar ointment for about 1 week.
• Hair coloring and perm treatments are allowed 1 month post-surgery.

Sleeping Position

• Sleep with your head elevated above your heart and maintain a straight sleeping position.

Smoking / Alcohol / Sauna / Exercise

• Avoid alcohol and smoking for at least 1 month after surgery, as these can slow recovery or cause inflammation.
• Saunas, spas, swimming pools, strenuous exercise, and massages are permitted 1–2 months post-surgery.

Emergency Situations

• If you experience severe pain, excessive swelling, or other emergency symptoms,
  please contact the hospital immediately: (02-539-1177)

Medication

• Avoid aspirin and Vitamin E for 1 week post-surgery