Key Pre-Operative Guidelines (Summary)

Fasting: No fasting is required; you may eat and drink as usual.

Transportation: You may drive yourself home after the procedure.

Medications: Avoid aspirin, NSAIDs, and blood-thinning supplements (fish oil, vitamin E, ginkgo, garlic, etc.) for at least 1 week unless otherwise instructed.

Day of Procedure:

• Remove jewelry near the treatment area.
• Do not wear makeup or skincare products on the site.
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing for easy access to the area.

Key Post-Operative Guidelines (Summary)

Site Care: Keep the treated area clean and dry. Wash gently with mild soap and water; pat dry.

Activity: Avoid strenuous activity on the day of your procedure. Normal daily activities may resume the following day.

Medications:

• Tylenol (acetaminophen) may be used for pain.
• Avoid NSAIDs for the first 24 hours if minor bleeding occurs.

Bathing: Showering is permitted the same day or next, but avoid soaking the area until fully healed.

Incision/Scar Care: Apply sunscreen (SPF 30+) to the treated site once healed to minimize scarring and discoloration.

Recovery Expectations

Redness & Swelling: Mild redness, swelling, or tenderness is expected and should subside within a few days.

Bruising: Rare, but if present, it usually resolves quickly.

Scarring: Most removals heal with minimal scarring. Protect the area from sun exposure to support optimal healing.

Emotional Recovery: Even for small procedures, it’s normal to feel self-conscious while healing. These feelings usually improve as the site recovers.