Post-Op Videos
Proper care and safety following your procedure is critical to a smooth and easy recovery. Dr. Clark and the staff at Granite Bay Cosmetic Surgery are here to support you every step of the way.
Before Surgery Medication Dosages
| Medical Name / Common Name | Indication | Usage and Notes | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diazepam / Valium | Anxiety | 1 pill | 1 |
| Valacyclovir / Valtrex | Cold Sores | 2 pills per day until complete | 28 |
Day of Surgery
Nurse Rose introduces the pre-op preparation room at Granite Bay Cosmetic.
Day of Surgery Medication Dosages
| Medical Name / Common Name | Indication | Usage and Notes | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scopolamine / Transderm Scop Patch | Nausea | Bring it with you on the day of surgery, you will keep it on until you are no longer nauseous | 1 |
| Ondansetrom Sofran | Nausea | Oral pill that dissolves in your mouth, take 1 pill every 6 hours as needed | 12 |
| Promethazine / Phenergan Suppository | Nausea | Suppository, yes, but this really works for nausea. Use 1 every 6 – 12 hours as needed | 12 |
| Emend | Nausea | Take this with a tiny sip of water 40 minute prior to surgery | 1 |
One Day Post-Op
Nurse Rose reviews the day-after-surgery appointment that ensures patients are eating and drinking enough, taking proper medications for pain and healing, and checking wound dressings for comfort and cleanliness.
After Surgery Medication Dosages
| Medical Name / Common Name | Indication | Usage and Notes | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clindamycin / Clynda | Antibiotic | Taking this will decrease potential risk of infection | 1 |
| Cephalexin / Keflex | Antibiotic | Take 1 pill 3 times a day until complete | 20 |
| Ciprofloxcin / Cipro | Antibiotic | 1 pill each day until complete | 2 |
| Hydrocodone / Norco | Pain | Take 1-2 pills every 4 – 6 hours as needed for pain. Be sure you stay on your pain meds to avoid getting behind the curve. | |
| Oxycodone / Percocet | Pain | Take 1-2 pills every 4 – 6 hours as needed for pain. Be sure you stay on your pain meds to avoid getting behind the curve. | |
| Docusate Sodium / Colace | Stool Softener | As the pain medication will sometimes cause you to become constipated, we recommend you immediately start on a stool softner. | 20 |
| Smooth Move Tea Mild | Laxative | This is a tea found at all the major grocery stores that will help ‘keep things moving’ if you are starting to get constipated – or – just want to avoid constipation. | |
| Clyclobenzaprine / Flexeril | Muscle Relaxer | This is a muscle relaxant. It works by blocking nerve impulses (or pain sensations) that are sent to your brain. |
Blepharplasty Surgeries Medication Dosages
| Medical Name / Common Name | Indication | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Bacitracin Ointment | Apply a small amount to eye incisions | 1 tube |
| Refresh Tears / Eye Drops | Drop 2 drops in each eye daily | 1 bottle |
| Refresh Lacri-Lube / Eye Ointment | Apply to inside of the lower lids daily | 1 tube |
One Week Post-Op
Rose at Granite Bay Cosmetic explains what to expect at your post-op appointment one week after your breast augmentation. In addition to the removal of sterilization strips and sutures, patients are encouraged to ask questions as it is the last appointment before your six-week check-in via telephone.
Two Week Post-Op
Nurse Rose reviews the two-week post-op appointment, including the removal of steri-strips and sutures, encouraging upright walking for abdominoplasty patients, and transitioning patients to over the counter relief as they begin to wean off prescription pain medication. Dr. Clark will answer any remaining questions before the next appointment via phone.
Six Month Post-Op
Nurse Rose discusses the final post-op appointment at Granite Bay Cosmetic. Six months after your surgery, they will take and share your exciting “after” photos to compare to your pre-op photos. Dr. Clark checks on the progress of everything and answers any remaining questions or concerns you have.
