Jason Dayne Petersen M.D., P.C. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â 10 W. Scenic Pointe Dr. #103
801-261-5791Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Draper, UT 84020
POST-FACELIFT SURGERY INSTRUCTIONS
***PLEASE NOTE***These instructions are to be followed as a general guideline. Â
Any changes to the instructions will be discussed with you by Dr. Petersen
1.        Do not take any aspirin or aspirin-like medications (Advil, Motrin, Ibuprofen, etc.) for 2 weeks post-op.  These drugs cause bleeding.  If you have any questions concerning any medications, contact Dr. Petersen.
2.        Smoking causes wound healing problems.  It can cause significant breakdown of the incisions and also a loss of skin.  It is best (and required) not to smoke for 2 weeks following any surgery.
3.        The patient should leave the dressings intact and will be seen in the first 2-3 days after the surgery for removal of these bandages.  DO NOT REMOVE ANY PART OF THE DRESSING.  Call Dr. Petersen should there be any excessive drainage on any part of the bandage that concerns you.
4.        Apply ice packs to the face and neck areas for 24-48 hours post operatively.
5.        Sponge bathing is permitted for the first two or three days.  Showers will be permitted after the dressings are removed.  This patient should use a mild shampoo without conditioners for shampooing and shampoo every other day for several weeks after the surgery.                Â
6.        The patient may have any soft diet, but excessive chewing should be avoided for one week post-operatively.
7.        Watch for any active bleeding, extensive bruising, and/or abnormal swelling or pain.  Particularly if the face becomes much more swollen, discolored, or painful on one side versus the other.  Small differences in swelling and pain are commonly seen on the two sides of the face.
8.        Keep the head elevated at approximately a 30 degree angle for 3-4 days post-operatively to reduce swelling (it’s best to lay on your back and place two pillows under the head).
9.        If an appointment time was not given to you, call for an appointment the next day to Schedule your follow-up visit on the office.
10.        No exercising, lifting, heavy exertion, heavy housework, etc. for 3 weeks.  Too much activity can cause excessive bleeding and/or swelling to occur.Â
11.        If for any reason the patient becomes unresponsive, delirious, or you feel something is seriously wrong and needs immediate attention, call 911 and/or go immediately to the nearest ER.
***PLEASE NOTE***
During the 48 hours following surgery, swelling, crackling under the skin, and asymmetry can occur. Â These post-operative conditions will gradually disappear. Â Pain is usually noted to be more intense on one side of the face than the other and swelling is not always symmetrical and may be more on one side than the other.
*** If you have any questions, please call the office at (801) 261-5791 open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday through Fridays ***
Do not text the office after hours. It is likely your massage will not be seen until the next business day.
If you need to speak with Dr. Petersen after hours, please call 801-343-3319.
This number can also be found in our voicemail message