27/03/2026
Three things to AVOID when having surgery:
If you are lucky enough to be able to choose your surgeon, hospital/clinic and the date for surgery, other things you need to know about how to optimise your outcome are below.
As a Plastic & Aesthetic Breast Surgeon with over 30 years of experience (yes, I started Plastic Surgery training in 1992), I know that the best surgical outcomes are obtained when patients are physically fit, fully informed, and have realistic expectations from their surgery.
š¢ Get physically fit
Build as much muscle mass as you possibly can (get an experienced physical therapist or trainer if need be) preop. Your muscles will start wasting after 48 hours of inactivity. Core strength = better mobility.
Cardio exercises will ensure that your heart will be able to deal more effectively with the blood loss and fluid shifts during surgery.
š¢ Optimize nutrition
Proteins are the building blocks for healing. Ensure that you maximise protein in your meals during the weeks coming up to your operation.
āļø Take supplements that are scientifically priven to work to help you heal.
I prescribe Skinade MD Pre-and Post op Programme to all my patients having surgery. Start taking it three weeks before your operation.
š¢ Follow your surgeons instructions.
They know how to best heal from the particular procedure you have had. Heed their advice on mobilisation, painkillers, antibiotics, antithrombotics, dressings, sutures, wound care, garments and whatever else they advise.
Summary: Avoid rushing your decision about surgery, having unrealistic expectations, or not doing everything you can to get the best result.
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