Do not wear deodorant or lotions, especially on the chest and torso.

Surgery day, wear loose-fitting clothes that fasten at the front. No slipover clothing.

Wash yourself including your hair the evening before or the morning of surgery. Do not use any styling products or sprays. Please reference the bathing directions provided to you and use Hibiclens /CHG.

Please arrive with a clean, makeup-free face

Take only approved and required medicine as directed.

Apply a thin coat of Aquaphor or Petrolatum ointment to keep glistening at all times for 2 to 3 days. Start this immediately following surgery.

Use gentle cleanser as discussed with your provider.

For the first 48 hours, use cold compresses made of frozen peas to minimize swelling and help with discomfort.

Keep skin well moisturized.

Stay hydrated and eat a healthy well balanced diet.