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60.3.3Eighth Day: Bismuth Subgalatic Mask Removal

On the eighth day, the patient will apply Vaseline to remove the powder mask at home. The Vaseline is applied continually for several hours (usually 3–5 h). After the fourth time of Vaseline massage the patient can shower using normal temperature water, never hot water. It is totally forbidden to use hot water. This shower will help the mask removal, but it is not obligatory. At first, small pieces will come off followed progressively by larger pieces. Make sure that the patient does not pull off the mask.

The use of the prescribed sun protection and topical agents are necessary to prevent unwanted pigment changes and the sunscreen as well. It is important that the patient follows this regimen carefully.

60.4 Patient Instructions

water. Before coming for treatment, wash the face thoroughly with soap and water.

A few minutes before the procedure, you will be given prepeeling prescription to relax you and prevent the procedure from being painful. Two coats of solution are applied, and then a tape mask is put in place and firmly pressed onto the face and will remain for approximately 24 h. You need to return to have this first mask removed. Make sure to have the time to return as scheduled. Anytime if you have any doubts feel free to contact us.

60.4.4 Day 2

The tape mask is peeled off and the liquified skin cleaned away. A further coat of solution is applied to problem areas with the deeper wrinkles and then the powder mask is applied.

60.4.1 Shopping List

1.Vaseline. Organize to have liquid foods like different types of juices and teas, soups, etc., as you will have liquid diet for the first days.

2.Medicines and topical agents according to your prescription.

3.Q tips.

4.Mouth wash (cleaning your teeth is difficult in the rigid powder mask).

5.“Big Straws” and semisolid foods/drinks.

6.Sunscreen (SPF 30+, preferably with titanium dioxide).

60.4.2 Night Before Procedure

1.Remove all makeup and eyeliner.

2.Wash your hair.

60.4.5 Day 3

The latter part of day 2 and day 3 is the most uncomfortable time, and you may feel a little “low.” It is possible to be feverish and paracetamol is adequate for this.

There may be swelling of the face, neck, and even the upper chest. This also produces itching as the nerve endings in the remaining skin are stretched. You must sleep semirecline, rather than lying flat, as this reduces the swelling (e.g., “Lazy Boy Chair”).

At this stage, there may also be some fluid oozing through the mask or slight cracking, and it is good to apply a little more powder in these areas yourself with a Q tip.

Swelling of the eyelids tends to force the eyes to close, and they should be opened regularly with two Q tips. Your may wish to irrigate them with the sterile solution to remove any powder or exudate.

60.4.3 The Procedure (Day 1)

60.4.6 Days Four (4) to Seven (7)

Remember for the previous 8 hours before the procedure you are not allowed to eat or drink. You should have nothing leading up to the procedure, except for taking regular medications, with a minimum sip of

The swelling rapidly reduces, and you become much more comfortable. The main thing is to avoid cracking your mask by chewing or other facial expressions like laughing. This is where the “Big Straws” and