Thigh Lift Surgery

Thigh Lift Surgery Post-Op Care

1. Leave your dressings and garment on and dry until your first post-operative visit with Dr. Backstein
2. Avoid all heavy lifting, exercise, or otherwise stressing your thighs
3. Empty and reset your surgical drains as necessary
4. Make sure to take the antibiotics prescribed by Dr. Backstein
5. Elevate your legs and feet when sitting or lying down to decrease swelling and discomfort
6. Swelling and bruising of the feet and toes is normal and will resolve
7. Leakage of some blood-tinged fluid onto your bandages is normal and will resolve
8. Do not smoke
9. Contact Dr. Backstein at drbackstein@gmail.com if you have significant concerns