- Activity: Rest with your head elevated for the first few days to reduce swelling.
- Cold Compress: Apply cold compresses to the cheek area for 10-15 minutes every few hours to help reduce swelling.
- Oral Hygiene: Keep the mouth clean to prevent infection. Rinse your mouth with a prescribed antiseptic mouthwash and brush your teeth gently.
- Diet: Stick to soft foods and avoid hot or spicy foods for the first few days to prevent irritation of the incisions.
- Medications: Take prescribed antibiotics and pain medications as directed. Avoid aspirin and other blood thinners unless advised by your doctor.
- Avoid Smoking: Continue to avoid smoking to promote better healing.
- Exercise: Avoid strenuous activities and exercises that could strain the facial muscles for at least 2-3 weeks.
- Follow-Up: Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments with your surgeon to monitor your healing progress.
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