Cosmetic surgery used to be to something that people would discuss in hushed tones and in private. For the ones who ventured to have a procedure done they would do it in hiding and deny they got it done if asked.
Today however, cosmetic surgery has gone mainstream. People around the world and in every adult age group get millions of minor and major procedures performed each year and the industry is one of the fastest growing in medicine.
The reasons are simple, the world has become so appearance focused, and people want to look good. Men and women are constantly trying to improve their appearances or get rid of defects or deformities from accidents that can cause them physical problems or loss of their confidence. For this reason they search out reputable and talented cosmetic surgeons like Manhattan, New York based Dr. Nina Naidu, who is a fully certified and in good standing licensed cosmetic surgeon who performs dozens of operations each year.
If you are considering plastic surgery or recently had a procedure and are concerned about the after affects and how to keep yourself looking good after a procedure. Here is some advice on things you can do to keep looking good after your procedure.
Not Too Much Sun and Wear Skin Protection
For a short while after the operation it is very important that you cover up when you are in the sun. Bright sunlight can limit or even reverse the positive effects from a procedure. Additionally, scarring from your surgery can get sun-damaged leading to them being more noticeable. Direct sunlight is the greatest culprit butt also being in less sunlight over longer periods can also create similar problems. If you must be in the sun, be sure to hats, sunglasses, and scarves where appropriate and wear sunscreen on areas that you cannot cover up.
Maintain a Healthy Diet
Many cosmetic procedures are done to remove fat and loose skin on the body. These procedures are very effective at taking away pounds and limiting in some cases an ability for those pounds to be added in the same area. However this is not a license for patients to go back to or start bad eating habits. When the skin is stretched out from large weight gain the skin will sag and it can happen again if one does not maintain a healthy weight and diet. So after a procedure, patients must commit to healthy eating and keep large weight fluctuations to a minimum. You should also consider a regular exercise program to assist with weight management.
Never Miss a Scheduled Doctor’s Appointment
After your surgery, you will be given a schedule of doctor’s appointments that you must keep. These appointments are timed to allow your doctor to examine your healing progress and to check that you are recovering on schedule and that everything expected from your procedure is going as planned. If you miss an appointment often critical milestones are missed that cannot be reapplied. So when you get your appointment schedule make all of your appointments.
If you follow through with these pointers, you can greatly improve your chances of having the best possible outcome from your cosmetic surgery and look amazing for years to come as well.