I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Gupta and his team. As a healthcare worker, I strongly feel that, when looking for a good surgeon, you should always ask the surgical nurses who to go to. The nurses I work with all said that Dr. Gupta would be their first choice for a plastic surgeon.
— Verve Patient
Recovery
2-3 daysPre-Op
D 0Surgery day
Week 1
Day 7-8Office evaluation
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 6
Month 3Early results
Month 6Final results
2-3 daysPre-Op
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
Full Timeline
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
D 0Surgery day
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Full Timeline
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
Week 1
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Full Timeline
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
Day 7-8Office evaluation
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Full Timeline
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
Week 2
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Full Timeline
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
Week 3
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Full Timeline
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
Week 4
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Full Timeline
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
Week 6
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Full Timeline
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
Month 3Early results
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Full Timeline
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
Month 6Final results
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
Full Timeline
2-3 days: Pre-Op
- Pick up post-op medications from your local pharmacy.
- Prepare your house for recovery with helpful items including pillows, ice packs, & positioning wedges to help you maintain comfort after surgery.
D 0: Surgery day
- You will see Dr. Gupta prior to surgery to ask any last-minute questions.
- This is an outpatient surgery. You will go home the same day.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
- DO NOT apply ice to your face, this can cause the newly transplanted fat to die.
Week 1
- You may shower 48 hours after the procedure. Towel dry your hair and apply antibiotic ointment and gauze to the incision lines.
- Get up and walk around every few hours to avoid the risk of blood clots. Avoid stairs, if possible; if necessary, ensure you have assistance.
- You will be sore, swollen and bruised. You may ice the areas liposuction was performed (DO NOT ice your face).
- Ensure you are drinking lots of fluid with electrolytes to help maintain hydration.
- Continue post op medication as prescribed.
- Sleep with your head elevated to reduce swelling.
Day 7-8 – Office evaluation
- All dressings will be removed, and further instruction will be provided.
- Swelling is normal and will continue to resolve over time.
- We recommend starting lymphatic massage at this time.
Week 2
- No exercise yet besides walking.
- You may return to work if your job requires light activity.
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
Week 3
- You will still have swelling and bruising at this time.
- May begin to sleep with your head flat.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 4
- May resume light exercise.
- Some discomfort for 3-4 weeks is expected.
Week 6
- May return to full exercise activity.
- May color your hair if desired.
Month 3: Early results
- Majority of the swelling will be resolved.
Month 6: Final results
- Swelling continues to improve.
- Final results are achieved.
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