Best pre-surgery supplements?
I am planning to have cosmetic surgery this year and I wanted to know if there is anything I can do or supplement I can take to prepare my body pre surgery as well as help with recovery?
I am planning to have cosmetic surgery this year and I wanted to know if there is anything I can do or supplement I can take to prepare my body pre surgery as well as help with recovery?
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Dear Fiona,
Thank you for your clinical
question. Many patients ask about
pre-surgical supplements and, in fact, in reality most patients who lead a
normal healthy diet require no supplementation prior to cosmetic surgery. A healthy balance of the right nutrients and
food group leaves you in an optimal position to heal from any cosmetic plastic
surgery. One could possibly add the
addition of Arnica Montana and Bromelain to optimize the resolution of any
bruise or ecchymosis and minimize the use of blood thinners such as Aspirin,
Ginkgo, Ginseng or Glucosamine.
Most certified plastic surgeons will
have a list of food nutritional supplements to avoid and will suggest a
well-balanced diet with a multi-vitamin daily to optimize the biochemical
necessities for adequate wound healing.
Best of luck.
To find out more, please visit: https://www.spamedica.com/cosmetic-plastic-surgery-toronto/breast-cosmetic-surgery/
R. Stephen Mulholland, M.D.
Certified Plastic Surgeon
Yorkville, Toronto