You will be tired as the medications wear off, and you should rest in bed with your head elevated. Place a couple of pillows under the mattress at the head of your bed, and prop yourself up with one or two more.

It is your sitter's job to keep you comfortable, to make sure you get the medicines you need, to help you to the bathroom when necessary, and to get you something to eat as your sedatives wear off.

Wait until you are hungry to eat or drink, and avoid hot foods or foods that require much chewing. You may use a straw for thin liquids only.

Do not smoke.

Your sitter or family member will call the office if you have any difficulties during the night. Don't let your friends turn the night after surgery into a social hour, on the telephone or in person. You need to be relaxed, quiet and comfortable during this first night in order to start the healing process.

The Face Lift section begins on the following page
The Eyelid Surgery section begins on page 10.
The Skin Peel section begins on page 16.

Please read all sections that are pertinent to the operation or operations that you are planning. Read them again close to the day of your surgery so that you will be exceptionally well prepared. Later, if you have any questions about your care, you will almost certainly find the answers here.