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EPISODE · Nov 20, 2025 · 10 MIN

Recovery Q&A Part 3: Compression, Scar Tissue & Sedation

from Lipstick & Lipo: Your Unfiltered Guide to Plastic Surgery · host Dr. Smita Ramanadham and Dr. Ashley Amalfi

We're wrapping up our Recovery Q&A series with Part 3! In this episode, we answer three important questions: How does compression actually make fluid go away? What should you do about scar tissue forming along your incision? And is it safe to use conscious sedation with Valium for in-office procedures? We talk through the science behind compression garments, the normal scar healing process, and why a little medication can make your experience so much better. What You'll Learn: -How compression garments prevent excessive swelling and fluid buildup. -The timeline for lymphatic massage after surgery. -Understanding normal scar formation vs. problematic scarring. -The benefits of conscious sedation for in-office procedures. -Why anxiety management matters for your surgical experience. Do you have more recovery questions? Send a message on Instagram ! Don't forget to subscribe which helps more people find our show and also makes sure you don't miss an episode. We have more Q&A episodes coming your way! Connect with Dr. Ashley Amalfi: Website - https://www.quatela.com/about/our-surgeons/dr-ashley-n-amalfi/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drashleyamalfi/   Connect with Dr. Smita Ramanadham: Website - https://www.drsmita.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thedrsmita/

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Final part of our Recovery Q&A series! Learn how compression garments work to reduce swelling, understand the normal scar healing process and when to start massage, and discover why conscious sedation can improve your in-office procedure experience. Board-certified plastic surgeons answer your top recovery questions with science-backed explanations.

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