11/11/2025
What YOU can do to prepare for surgery👇
Here are some of the infection-prevention measures we take:
✅ Pre-op skin prep: Patients wash with Hibiclens and sometimes use an acne-fighting cream to decrease skin bacteria.
✅ Sterile draping: We use an Ioban adhesive drape to seal the skin and a circular Alexis retractor to protect the incision edges.
✅ Irrigation: During surgery, we cleanse with IrriSept and perform a Betadine + hydrogen peroxide wash to reduce bacterial load.
✅ Antibiotics: Administered before and after surgery for extra protection.
✅ Advanced dressings: We seal the wound with a Sylke dressing to keep it sterile and dry for days after surgery.
🧾 What YOU Can Do to Prepare for Surgery
✅ Improve metabolic health: Lower inflammation by eating an anti-inflammatory diet (think Mediterranean diet rich in olive oil, vegetables, and lean protein).
✅ Cut down sugar: High sugar = higher infection risk.
✅ No smoking: Smoking delays healing and increases complications.
✅ Treat dental issues: Take care of any cavities or gum infections before surgery.
✅ Optimize nutrition: Use pre-op supplements like protein, collagen + vitamin C, and omega-3s to support healing or and
✅ Hygiene: Keep the surgical area clean — use Hibiclens soap before and after surgery.
✅ Rest and recover: Sleep and hydration play a huge role in healing
Because the best outcomes come from teamwork — surgeon and patient working together.
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