Pre-Operative Preparation

There are no specific preparatory steps that need to be completed prior to a facelift procedure.  Depending on your skin quality and current skincare regimen, Dr Masters may initiate pre-treatment with a range of different prescription and/or propriatory skin products.

Dr Masters will provide you with precise instructions well in advance of your surgery to allow you a smooth and stress-free preparation for the procedure. Take the time to read your consent form thoroughly, along with any other written information he has provided for you with regard to your surgery. This will allow you to have all of your questions answered prior to having the procedure, and ensure there are no unexpected surprises during the post-operative period.

If you are a smoker, STOP SMOKING at least one month pre-operatively (see the “Policies” page).  Some of the procedures required for more extensive facelifting cases are not safe to perform on smokers, who run a real risk of developing wound healing and other complications.

Do not take any aspirin or aspirin-containing products for at least one week prior to the surgery. If you are on any other medications ensure that Dr Masters is aware of them (including homoeopathic remedies) so that any requiring cessation during the peri-operative period can be with held.