After surgery, you should expect some pain, swelling, and bruising. Pain medication will be prescribed to control discomfort. Bruising may take a week or more to resolve, and swelling may remain up to six weeks or longer. It can take up to 14 days for your stitches to come out or be absorbed.
You should plan on being out of work and away from usual activities for three to four weeks. Refrain from stressing or stretching your healing skin, especially where it has been sutured closed, and avoid any high impact activities for about one month or more. Avoid jogging, bouncing, and heavy lifting for up to eight weeks.
The recovery process is different for everyone.
Your results will be permanent.