What to Expect When Having Calf Augmentation

Anesthesia: General. You will sleep through the entire procedure.

Location of Operation: Hospital or outpatient surgery center.

Length of Surgery: 1-1 ½ hours

Length of Stay: Outpatient. The patient goes home the same day.

Discomfort: Initial discomfort is controlled with oral medications prescribed by the physician.

Antibiotics: These are taken after surgery for 10 days. It is very important that you take all of this medicine.

Swelling and Bruising: Minimal swelling and bruising. However, swelling is more likely the larger the implant. This will disappear in time. Be patient.

Bandages: The initial dressings on the incisions are covered by 4-inch Ace wraps. A script is given to the patient prior to surgery for support stockings, which will be worn after Dr. Hainer checks the incisions. These stockings will be worn for about 4 weeks.

Stitches: The sutures are all dissolvable.

Work: 1-2 weeks.

Exercise: May be resumed 6 weeks after surgery.

Sun Protection: If your scars are exposed while outdoors or using a tanning bed, you should protect them with sunscreen SPF 15 or higher for at least one year to prevent permanent discoloration.

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