Neck plastic surgery or chin surgery for men (เสริม คาง ชาย which is the term in Thai) can make you look younger by making you look lighter. However, alone it does not restore the health or vitality of the skin. Other supporting procedures may, in some instances, be necessary to obtain a more satisfactory result.
Only dye your hair three days before or 20 days after surgery.
Obey the instructions given for the day of surgery.
Inform the medical team of any abnormality regarding your general condition.
Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages and eating the day copiously before surgery.
Avoid acetylsalicylic acid-based medications or weight loss formulas until 10 days before surgery.
Arrive fasting for at least 8 hours and do not bring valuables to the hospital.
Go to the surgery site with an escort.
Avoid smoking for 30 days before surgery – failure to stop can lead to complications.
Bring all the exams, including the surgical risk exam, with the authorization term for surgery and the declaration of receipt of the duly signed terms on the day of the surgery.
Postoperative Recommendations
Avoid exertion on the day of surgery, including long walks or climbing stairs.
Remain to lie with the head elevated at 30 degrees or sit for the first 24 hours. Get up and move around at home, but avoid strenuous efforts.
Avoid lying on your stomach or side for 30 days.
It is recommended to apply ice packs in plastic bags over the face every 5 minutes for the first 48 hours.
Do not expose yourself to the sun with the intention of tanning for 90 days. If it’s unavoidable, use sunscreen.
Obey the doctor’s prescription.
Return to the office on the stipulated days and times.
Avoid hot foods or foods that require excessive chewing for the first few days. Give preference to warm soups, ice cream, juices, gelatin, and yogurt.
Consult the information manual about your surgery as often as necessary. You will find these and other essential guidelines for your recovery in it.
Don’t worry about the intermediate shapes in the different stages, as the neck may be swollen or slightly stiff at first.
Take any doubts with us. Avoid becoming sensitive to the opinions of friends at the initial stage.
Avoid using any acetylsalicylic acid-based medication for up to 15 days after surgery.
Avoid smoking for up to 15 days after surgery.