Otoplasty Preoperative Instructions FAQ
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Although the preparation for surgery is pretty simple, it is an essential element in a successful outcome. To prepare for surgery, a preoperative appointment will be scheduled with one of our experienced nurses.
Many things! To name a few, you will meet with our nurse to review your health history, answer your questions, instruct you on how to prepare for surgery, receive the prescriptions for use after surgery and tell you what to expect. Most of the instructions are listed here. This list of questions, however, will not take the place of a preoperative visit, which is essential in determining a patient’s understanding and readiness for surgery. We will be sure you are signing for informed consent.
Informed consent means you have an excellent understanding about the benefits of surgery as well as any risks, and all the preoperative and postoperative information. You are making an “informed” decision as to whether surgery is right for you.
As part of your initial consultation, your physician will review your expectations for surgery. At that time, he can provide a realistic picture of what surgery can and cannot accomplish. Depending on which procedures you are interested in, we will provide you with a list of risks reported in the medical literature associated with any procedures you are considering. Although risks from cosmetic surgery are uncommon, every patient should be fully informed of any risks associated with surgery.
Yes. See the illustrations for placement of incisions. These incisions heal very well and most patients and family members will not notice them after a few weeks.
If you have pierced ears, the way you healed there is a good indication of how you will heal from facial plastic surgery. Scars on the rest of the body typically are not an indication for how patients heal following facial plastic surgery. At the time of your consultation, it’s important to show your physician any previous scars (sometimes called keloid scars) that are of concern so he can give you a realistic assessment of your healing potential following facial plastic surgery.
We review your health history and any daily medications you may be taking. Because tobacco abuse impedes wound healing, you will be asked to stop for two weeks before surgery and two weeks following surgery. Our nurses will be happy to discuss over-the-counter aids to help you with this.
You will have a preoperative appointment well in advance of your surgery when our experienced staff will review all mediations with you. If you are on “blood thinners,” you will be asked to stop them approximately one week prior to surgery. See also our Medication List” for instructions on medications and supplements to avoid prior to surgery.
Most vitamins and supplements have few side effects. However, there are some that can such as vitamin E affect bleeding during surgery. Our “Medication List” reviews medications and supplements to avoid one week before surgery.
Most patients do not need any special prescriptions before surgery. Please let us know of any special medical concerns you may have. We do ask you to start Vitamin C (which promotes wound healing) three times a day with food one week before surgery. The prescriptions needed after surgery are discussed below. You will be asked not to eat or drink anything after midnight the night before surgery.
Anesthesia medications can cause stomach upset. The best way to prevent after effects from anesthesia will be to avoid food or drink from midnight the night before surgery. For patients with special concerns, such as a patient with diabetes, our anesthesia team will be happy to address special arrangements with you ahead of time.
The check-in process is pretty easy and so confidential. Because all consultations, office visits, surgical and nonsurgical experiences take place at the same address, you’ll already be familiar with where to come on surgery day. Privacy is the hallmark of Lindsay House.
Our nurses will help you get ready for surgery. Please let them know of any special needs you may have. Also, be assured that you have plenty of time for any last minute questions with your surgeon.
