Frequently Asked Questions - Dr. Diaco

Dr. Diaco | Cosmetic Surgery Procedures | Tampa, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

Procedures Frequently Asked Questions

Breast Augmentation

  • What is the average recovery time for my surgery? 7-10 days
  • How long will I wear the surgical bra? 4-6 weeks
  • When can I exercise? After 4 weeks
  • Where will my incisions be? Inframammary (in breast fold), Transaxillary (underarm), or Periareolar (bottom of areola/nipple)

Breast Implant Exchange

  • What is the average recovery time for my surgery? 7-10 days
  • How long will I have drains? 5 days (depending on amount of drainage)
  • When can I exercise? After 4 weeks

Rhinoplasty

  • What Is the average recovery time for this surgery? 10-14 days
  • How long will I have swelling after surgery? Initial swelling 2 weeks. The nose will remain swollen for up to six months. Having thicker skin of the nose can prolong swelling
  • How long will I wear the nose splint after surgery? 7-10 days

Lipoabdominoplasty

  • What is the average recovery time for my surgery? 2 weeks
  • How long will I wear the compression garment? 3 weeks
  • How long will I have drains? 5 days (depending on amount of drainage)
  • When can I exercise? 4 weeks

Morpheus

  • What is the average recovery time for my procedure/treatment? 2-3 days
  • What should I expect after this treatment? Redness for 2-3 days
  • How far apart will a series of Morpheus be scheduled? Every 4 weeks

BodyTite

  • What is the average recovery time for this procedure? 2 weeks
  • When will I see results? Immediately with best results noticeable after six months and additional results continuing for up to 12 months.
  • How long does swelling last after BodyTite? As the inflammation process develops (Normal healing process) swelling sets in. This process usually takes 2-3 days and then swelling can persist for a few weeks.
  • Will I need to wear a garment? 2-3 weeks

FaceTite

  • What is the average recovery time for this procedure? 2 weeks
  • How long does swelling last after FaceTite? Swelling can last for up to 3 weeks
  • Will I be bruised? Bruises occur in some people and last 1-2 weeks and are a normal reaction to the procedure.
  • How long will I wear the compression garment? 24hrs a day for 1 week and then only at night for 1 week.

Allura/ Liposuction

  • What is the average recovery time for this procedure? 2 weeks
  • What can I expect after this procedure/surgery? Bruising and swelling for up to 1 to 2 weeks
  • How long will I wear the compression garment? 2-3 weeks

Lasers

Halo

  • What is the average recovery time for this treatment? 1-2 days

Profractional

  • What is the average recovery time for this procedure? 7-10 days
  • When will I see results? 4 weeks
  • What should I expect after this treatment? Redness, Swelling, and sensitivity to the sun

TRL

  • What is the average recovery time for this treatment? 2 weeks
  • What should I expect after this treatment? Redness, swelling, and sensitivity to the sun

Diva

  • What is the average recovery time for this treatment? 2-4 days
  • What should I expect after this treatment? Bleeding for 2-4 days
  • How long should I wait to have intercourse? 3 days