A complete set of pre-surgery instructions will be provided at least 2-3 weeks before your surgery.

Certain medications thin your blood and should not be taken within 2 weeks of surgery. The most notable is aspirin and aspirin-containing products. Vitamin E and many herbal products also thin the blood and should not be used within 2 weeks of surgery. Birth control pills should be stopped after your last menstrual cycle and your surgery should be scheduled between cycles.

You will get thorough information in advance of your travel to Bangkok and a detailed review of your meds at the time of your consultation.

It is important to not smoke within 3 weeks before and after surgery. Smoking has a profound effect on reducing wound healing capabilities. It diminishes the flow of oxygen through your blood. It significantly increases the likelihood for infection, wound healing problems, and scar formation. It also affects your airway and makes anesthesia much more difficult.