POST-SURGERY INSTRUCTIONS: ENDOSCOPIC BROWLIFT

The following instructions and information are provided to help you thought the recovery process. Please review these carefully before your surgery and call our office at (865) 218-6210 should you have any questions before or after your surgery.

Discharge Instructions:

  • Arrange for someone to drive you home and stay with you for the first night after your surgery.
    Do not smoke for 24 hours after surgery.
  • Do not drink alcoholic beverages for 24 hours after surgery or while taking prescribed narcotic medications.
  • Resume a regular diet and activity as tolerated.
  • Take prescribed medications as directed by Dr. Lucas.
  • Apply cool compresses as directed to help reduce swelling.
  • Elevate head of bed 30 degrees until swelling subsides.
  • Shower and wash hair after first post-surgery appointment; a hair dryer with no heat may be used.
  • Brush hair gently.
  • Avoid strenuous exercise for six weeks, i.e., heavy lifting, running.
  • Your post-op appointment will be the day following surgery.

What to Expect after Surgery:

  • Swelling and bruising
  • Numbness and tightness
  • Minimal pain controlled by prescribed analgesic
  • Low-grade fever

If you experience any of the following , call our office at (865) 218-6210:

  • Severe pain not controlled by prescribed analgesic
  • Fever greater than 101.5
  • Nausea and/or vomiting
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