Archive for October, 2022

Emotional Health After Plastic Surgery

You have been dreaming of that plastic surgery procedure for years, and you finally had it done. You thought you’d be ecstatic, and everything would be perfect from now on – so why are you feeling a bit sad? It doesn’t make sense, but you should know that feeling depressed after any procedure, even plastic surgery, is normal.

After-surgery depression

When a person has had a major surgery, such as a heart operation, it is very common for them to feel depressed after such a stressful and life-changing event. It is less common for a patient who has had plastic surgery to feel depressed, but it does happen. It could be caused by the body’s reaction to the surgery; after all, any medical procedure is a disruption of the nervous system. Or, maybe your results aren’t what you expected they would be, or maybe the swelling hasn’t gone down yet, and it is hard for you to imagine what you will look like once you are all healed.

It may help just to realize that some unhappiness after any surgical procedure is normal and something many people go through. So what can you do about it?

• Take care of yourself. Have you really taken the time to relax and let your body heal? Are you eating properly and getting exercise (once your doctor has said you can)? Are you getting enough sleep?

• Talk to someone. A support system is always good to have, but especially after a major event like surgery. Let a friend or family member know that you need some extra support at this time.

• Talk to your doctor. If you feel like you aren’t recovering as quickly as you should or you aren’t seeing the results you wanted, ask your doctor if you are on the right track.

• Have realistic expectations. Plastic surgery can do wonders, but you have to be realistic about what the outcome will be.

The staff at the Weinstein Plastic Surgery Center wants to make sure you look and feel your best. If you are considering a plastic surgery procedure, or if you have questions about your recovery, call the office in Chester, New Jersey, at (908) 879-2222.

Posted in Plastic Surgery Guide, Plastic Surgery Recovery on October 30th, 2022

How to Minimize Scarring After Surgery

Whether you are getting a tummy tuck, rhinoplasty, or breast augmentation, it’s safe to say that the last thing that you want to end up with is a bunch of scars. Even though you will likely have at least some amount of scarring after surgery, there are a few ways that you can minimize how severe they are, but how?

Avoid the Sun

The sun is basically your skin’s worst nightmare; especially when you want to avoid scarring. The sun will naturally darken your scars and make them more pigmented which can be hard to get rid of. While your skin is healing, make sure to avoid any direct sun contact. Additionally, if you do expose your scar to the sun later on, make sure that you apply a lot of sunscreen over it to prevent it from darkening.

Don’t Pick

The difficult thing about scars is that they itch while they are healing. Even though you may be tempted scratch your scars because they are itchy, it’s the last thing that you want to do. If you pick at your scars, it can interrupt the healing process which can make them a lot more visible.

Try Keeping It Moisturized

Another thing that you can do is keep your scar as moisturized as possible. As your skin is healing, if it dries out, it may cause the skin to crack which can increase the visibility of your scar. By keeping it moisturized, however, you can help to reduce the appearance of your scar while also avoiding any itchiness.

To learn more about how you can prevent scarring, contact us at our Chester office and call us at 908-879-2222.

Posted in Plastic Surgery Recovery on March 30th, 2019

3 Ways to Deal with Post-Surgery Scarring

For plastic surgeries, whether it be a liposuction, face lift, breast implant, or even a scar fix there is potential for scarring. Professional surgeons minimize the visibility of scarring, and there are some things you can do as well.

1. Minimize Exposure
   While your body will take care of itself and heal its wounds, if can leave blemishes. To help your body heal well, limit the following:

• Sunlight
• Dryness
• Skin tension
• Excessive movement

Healing skin is especially vulnerable to UV rays and will discolor differently than the healthy skin around it. Dryness and scabbing are also another conductor for scarring – moisturize your scar with Vaseline or lotion that’s been approved by your doctor.

If you stretch the skin around your wound, you open up the possibility to expanding the wound itself. Try to keep your healing skin as relaxed as possible. This includes not moving too much because if you jolt the skin unintentionally, you can open the wound further.

2. Obey Your Doctor

After your procedure, you will be given instructions and advice about recovery. Obey the rules the Dr. gives you! They telling you these things to help you heal.

Treat your wounds according to your doctor’s instructions. Cover your incisions with Vaseline and bandages. Apply pressure to your wounds as directed by your doctor.

Talk to your doctor about what you should do if you are concerned about visible scarring.

3. Embrace Your Scars

The scars on your body tell the tales of your most trying moments. We’ve only begun to remove scars very recently – for thousands of years, scars have been markers of personal achievement or failure.

Despite your best efforts, scars rarely disappear completely. Let your scars remind you of the choices you made and let them be conversation starters.

Don’t let scars affect your body image. If you chose to have plastic surgery, then you already made the choice to love yourself and do what you can to boost your confidence. Scars show that you have healed, overcome, and moved on.

If you’re concerned about scarring after your surgery, be sure to talk with your doctor at your first consultation. Dr. Weinstein can give you advice and share from his experience. Call 908-879-2222 to schedule an appointment and learn more about plastic surgeries and dealing with potential scarring.

Posted in Plastic Surgery Recovery on March 15th, 2015

Plastic Surgery – Miracles Do Happen Here!

Plastic Surgery – Miracles Do Happen Here!

Everyone wants to look attractive and striking. But sometimes, a natural deformity or undesirable feature makes us feel self-conscious, or worse, insecure on a daily basis. The Weinstein Plastic Surgery Center provides popular solutions to various concerns regarding physical appearance.

Plastic Surgery

Major areas addressed by plastic surgery include:

• Facial Rejuvenation
• Body Procedures
• Breast Augmentation
• Facelifts & Fillers

The intensity and the depth of the incision applied during surgery depend upon the specific type of procedure being carried out. Similarly, recovery periods vary from patient to patient. Post-surgical care and maintenance is crucial to the success of plastic surgery procedures.

Call us today at 908-879-2222 for more information.

Posted in Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery Recovery on November 15th, 2014

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