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How long will the surgery take?

The length of the surgery will vary depending on how many areas of the body are covered. Generally speaking, the time required will range from one hour to three hours,with a post-surgery recovery time of about an hour.

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What can I expect following surgery?

You will be quite sore following surgery and will require pain medication for a period of time. It will help to apply ice packs for 24-48 hours following surgery. You will also be required to wear a compression garment for three weeks. You will need to keep your incisions dry for a full 48 hours […]

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What can I expect following surgery?

You will be quite sore following surgery and will require pain medication for a period of time.You will be required to wear a binder for about 6 weeks following surgery. You will need to keep your incisions dry for a full 24 hours after surgery. You will be allowed to shower after your first follow-up […]

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When will I need to follow up after surgery?

You will need to be seen the day following surgery, which will be scheduled in advance. You will also be required to follow up one week, 10-14 days, one month and three months following surgery. Your drains will be removed on your 10-14 day follow-up. On rare occasions, more frequent follow-up visits will be needed. […]

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What should I expect the day of surgery?

You will be notified the day before surgery of your surgical time. You will need somebody to be with you to drive you home and stay with you for 24 hours following surgery. You will be required to not eat or drink after midnight the day before the surgery. It is best to wear comfortable […]

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