Skin Removal – Accessory Breast Tissue and Accessory Nipple Removal Pre & Post Operative Instructions

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This page provides a condensed overview of key preparation and recovery guidelines for skin removal procedures, including accessory breast tissue and accessory nipple removal. For complete details—including wound care, medications, and recovery timelines—please download the full Pre-Operative and Post-Operative instruction documents below

Minor Anesthesia Instructions

Key Pre-Operative Guidelines (Summary)

Fasting: Not required for local anesthesia.

Transportation: You may drive yourself home and do not require a caregiver.

Day of Surgery:

Shower or bathe with mild soap.
Do not apply lotions, deodorant, makeup, or skincare products.
Remove jewelry or piercings near the treatment area.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Key Post-Operative Guidelines (Summary)

Site Care: Keep the incision clean and dry. Gently wash with mild soap and water as directed.

Medications: Tylenol (acetaminophen) is safe for pain. Avoid NSAIDs for the first 24 hours if minor bleeding occurs.

Activity: Avoid strenuous activity the day of surgery. Resume normal routines the next day unless otherwise instructed.

Recovery Expectations: Mild swelling or redness is normal and typically improves within a few days.

Follow-Up and Support

Urgent Concerns: Contact our office if you experience significant redness, warmth, drainage, fever over 101°F, or severe pain unrelieved by medication.

Emergency Situations: For difficulty breathing, chest pain, or signs of a blood clot, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Ongoing Communication:

For non-urgent questions, email: [email protected]
For urgent matters, call the office at (808) 585-8855.
After hours, contact the physician exchange at (808) 524-2575.

Appointments: Attend all scheduled follow-ups to monitor healing and optimize results.

Download Complete Instructions

For full details on medications, wound care, scar management, and activity restrictions, please download the complete documents below:

Download Skin Removal Pre & Post-Operative Instructions (PDF)