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Tummy Tuck Patient Surgery Preparations
 GOOD SURGERY PREPARATIONS MEAN FASTER RECOVERY |
Preparing for Tummy Tuck Plastic Surgery
Preparing for Tummy Tuck Plastic Surgery is crucial and can make the difference between a positive experience and a negative one. The following Preparation for Surgery Checklist is needed to make sure that nothing is forgotten and bring you peace of mind.
Before I had my Tummy Tuck operation I was worried that I might have forgotten to do something before my operation. I scanned the internet compiling everything that I thought appropriate and made the following Pre-Surgery Checklist. By making it as comprehensive as possible, it gave me peace of mind that I had fully prepared for my surgery. I have included it below for other to benefit.
Prepare for Surgery
One Month Before One Week Before One Day Before Day of Surgery
Pre-Surgery Checklists are often given to the patient by the surgeon and provide advice and a list of things to do in order to get ready for the surgery. It is very important for the patient to follow the instructions carefully. The directions given by a plastic surgeon are for your own good, and they will help you have a better recovery, both physically and emotionally.
You may wish to consider combining the following list with that provided by your plastic surgeon, then reviewing with him for his approval. Some of the items listed may not be appropriate for your particular operation. Always follow the surgeons advice.
Surgery Preparation: The Day of Surgery
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Shower the morning of surgery.
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Brushing teeth is permitted the morning of surgery, rinse and spit, do not swallow water.
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Call the morning of your surgery to verify appointment time (in case of surgeon delays)
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Bring a current list of medications that you take regularly.
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Bring guardianship papers if applicable.
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Bring hearing aids if applicable.
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Bring identification with picture to surgery.
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Bring reading glasses if needed.
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Bring your medical insurance cards.
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Bring Insurance information and insurance cards.
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Bring Your current medical condition, past medical history, and previous surgeries.
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Bring Living will and/or healthcare proxy not currently on file at the hospital.
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Bring required signed consent forms, if applicable.
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Bring the name of all the medications you are currently taking, including vitamins and mineral supplements.
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Bring names and phone numbers of all your doctors.
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Bring all of your medications with you to the hospital/surgical center.
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Do not bring jewelry or other valuables, including wedding bands or body piercing. Do not wear makeup, deodorant, hairpins, nail polish, body powder, or contact lenses
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Any allergies you may have, plus past adverse reactions to drugs or to anesthesia.
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Wear loose clothing on the day of surgery.
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Have a responsible adult drive you to the surgery and drive you home after.
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