I suggest additional vitamin C for about six weeks. Do not take extra vitamin E at this point because it can increase bleeding. It is very important that if you have any questions you call the office. You should not drive yourself for a week after surgery. Most patients feel more comfortable if they have somebody with them for the first few days after surgery.
All surgery is associated with pain and discomfort.
For this reason I will give you a prescription for pain killers. Do not take aspirin because this can increase the risks of bleeding. By the end of the first week the pain is usually much less. All surgery is associated with bruising and swelling, so you should expect this for one to two weeks after your operation. Some patients remain bruised longer and in rare cases up to a month.