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Plastic Surgery in Indianapolis, IN

When most patients consider having plastic surgery performed, they often aren’t thinking about how to maintain their results. In fact, after recovery, many patients need helpful tips and advice on how to properly care for their skin. Doing so can make a big difference in how long you enjoy your results and help maintain that healthy, rejuvenated glow. With intermittent skincare treatments, the beautiful new look you receive from your facial rejuvenation surgery can last for a long time.

Why Are Skincare Treatments Needed?

Any facial cosmetic surgery is a major step toward rejuvenating and improving both your appearance and the health of your skin. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a magical procedure that will stop time, halt the aging process, or even deliver permanent results. Plastic surgery can give you a boost toward looking great, but it’s up to you to keep your skin healthy to stay looking great. Not only are skincare treatments an essential way to care for your skin after surgery, but they can also help improve the results you see.

Skincare treatments can do many things for the skin, from clearing pores and sloughing away dead, damaged skin cells to stimulating new collagen growth. These procedures can add vitality and a natural glow, enhancing your results and boosting the health of your skin cells. All of this improves your skin’s elasticity and its ability to resist gravity, sun and aging. For some patients, medical-grade skincare products may be recommended for use at home to continue to support your surgery and other clinical treatments. To see your best results, work with your plastic surgeon and licensed aesthetician to create a skincare regimen in the clinic and at home.

What Skincare Treatments Are Recommended?

The type of skincare treatment that is recommended for you after your surgery will depend on your skin’s unique needs and the results you’re looking for. When it comes to facial rejuvenation, from surgery to skincare, you might be encouraged to try a deep pore cleansing facial, a diamond-tone microdermabrasion, a chemical peel, or a dermaplane treatment.

Deep Pore Cleansing Facial is a skincare treatment that will both purify and nourish your skin following surgery, or at any time. Using steam, your aesthetician will open the pores and loosen the debris to deeply cleanse the skin of dirt, oil, and even dead skin cells. Extraction will also be performed to remove other impurities, leaving you with a clear complexion. Following this process, a mask will be customized for your skin and applied, followed by a select moisturizer that will help your skin look softer, smoother, and more youthful.

Diamond-Tone Microdermabrasion is a slightly more intense skincare treatment that is designed to resurface the topmost layer of the skin and leave it smoother and more vibrant. Natural diamond chip wands are used in this popular treatment to smooth fine lines, reduce sun damage, acne scarring, and more. The procedure also includes vacuum therapy, which effectively cleans pores and removes blackheads. This treatment can be performed after surgery or at any time, as well as in combination with a chemical peel to more deeply penetrate the pores for maximum results.

Chemical Peels are a very popular choice for removing dead skin cells to improve the tone and texture of the skin. With a customized chemical peel, your aesthetician can address the effects of aging, sun damage, acne, and enlarged pores. These treatments are always tailored to the patient to achieve maximum results with the right peel intensity and chemical formula. For a quick refresher after your surgery or at any time, a chemical peel offers a great boost and a more youthful look.

Dermaplane treatments involve blade leveling techniques that will both exfoliate the topmost layer of skin and remove Vellus hair, or peach fuzz, from the skin. The overall effect of a dermaplane treatment is a smoother looking face and an immediate glow. Chemical peels can easily be added to this treatment to help you achieve your maximum results.

For some individuals, Laser and Light Treatments such as Acne Therapy or Limelight Facial may be recommended to address specific skin rejuvenating needs. This includes the treatment of red and brown spots. Facial Enhancement options like Botox treatments and dermal fillers may also be used to enhance the results of your facial rejuvenation. This can help prevent the formation of lines and wrinkles and can lead to prolongation of your surgical results. Discuss all of your options with your surgical and skincare team during your consultation.

How Can I Care for Post-Surgical Skin at Home?

In order to see your surgical results last for a long time after your procedure, you should follow the recommendations of your surgical and skincare professionals. Often, patients are encouraged to treat their skin with the right medical grade skincare products to enhance and prolong their results. You may be recommended to try brands including SkinCeuticals, SkinMedica, Jane Iredale, PCA Skin, Latisse and Teamine Eye Complex, among others.

Beyond medical grade skincare, there are several basic steps you can take at home to ensure that you see your results endure for years after your surgery. Start by babying your skin, using whatever products and whatever regimen your aesthetician recommends. If no specific products are offered, stick to mild and hypoallergenic products that won’t irritate the skin. During recovery and long afterward, you should be very vigilant about your sun protection. Stay out of the sun for the recommended time after surgery and, once you’re on your way to recovery, apply a sunscreen with an SPF 30 or above every day. This will help to prevent pigmentation and other sun damage. Always remember to stay well hydrated, as drinking enough water keeps the skin plump, healthy, and free of toxins. By committing yourself to caring for your skin, your surgical results will last for a long time to come and your skin will be healthy and happy.

Where Can I Plan a Surgery and Skincare Treatments?

Visit Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery to consult with founder Dr. Mark M. Hamilton or our licensed aestheticians in order to plan the right treatment schedule for you, from surgery to skincare. Meeting with a plastic surgeon and a skincare professional is the best way to identify which treatments are best for you.

Dr. Hamilton is a double board certified plastic surgeon, specializing in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Hamilton is the author of multiple publications in his area of expertise and has lectured to his colleagues on all aspects of facial plastic surgery. His Indianapolis-based clinic offers both nonsurgical procedures like injectables, as well as the top-requested facial surgical procedures such as rhinoplasty, brow lift, and facelift, among others. Contact Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery, located at 533 E. County Line Road, Suite 104, in Indianapolis, Indiana, by calling (317) 859-3810 to schedule your first consultation.