The recovery process after lip reduction typically involves the following stages:
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Immediate post-operative period: After the surgery, your lips may be swollen, bruised, and tender.
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Swelling and bruising: Swelling and bruising are common after lip reduction and may last for a week or more.
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Oral hygiene: Good oral hygiene is essential during the recovery process. Your surgeon may recommend a gentle mouthwash or saline solution for rinsing your mouth. irritation.
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Diet: Your surgeon may provide dietary instructions to follow during the recovery period. Initially, it's common to have a soft diet to minimize stress on the lips.
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Sutures and incisions: If dissolvable sutures are used, they will gradually dissolve on their own.
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Healing and activity: It's important to take it easy and avoid strenuous activities during the initial phase of recovery.
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Follow-up appointments: Your surgeon will schedule follow-up appointments to monitor your progress and remove any non-dissolvable sutures if necessary.