It is important to clarify all the prescribed medication before surgery. Depending on the drugs, some can be stopped temporarily for the intervention, at your physician recommendation
Classical, you have to wait at least 3 months before final result evaluation. This is the shortest period needed for the edema resorption after surgery.
After surgery, bed rest for recovery is recommended. Massage usually can be started a few weeks after the operation, in order to soften the scar and reduce edema.