What to avoid during recovery Smoking delays healing and worsens scarring risk Anti-inflammatories (ibuprofen, aspirin) for 2 weeks before and after Strenuous exercise for 3 weeks Heavy lifting for 2 weeks Hot, spicy, or acidic foods for the first few days (can irritate the incision) Drinking through a straw for 2 weeks (puts tension on the upper lip) Direct sun exposure on the scar for 3 months UV exposure before scar maturation can cause permanent darkening Aggressive smiling, laughing, or facial expressions that pull on the upper lip for the first week (normal smiling is fine) Dental work, including cleaning, for 2 weeks Lip balm application directly on the incision for the first week (can macerate healing skin) Will the scar be visible
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