IV Vitamin Therapy

Recovery, immunity, and energy all depend on whether the body has the raw materials it needs, and those reserves tend to run lowest exactly when they matter most. Intravenous vitamin therapy delivers fluids, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids straight into the bloodstream, bypassing digestion so a full dose reaches the cells that use it. For patients preparing for a procedure, healing afterward, or simply looking to feel like themselves again, it is a direct way to support the body from the inside out.

Infusion therapy at Avance Plastic Surgery Institute is directed by Dr. Erez Dayan, a Harvard trained plastic and reconstructive surgeon and Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Dayan trained in plastic surgery through the Harvard Plastic Surgery Program, served as chief resident in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Massachusetts General Hospital, and completed an aesthetic and reconstructive fellowship at the Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute. With more than 150 publications and six authored books behind him, he brings the same evidence first standard to wellness treatments that he brings to the operating room.

Nutritional Support as Part of Surgical Care

Preparation has always been part of how Dr. Dayan plans a case, from customized diet and exercise programs before body contouring to medical grade skin care protocols before facial rejuvenation. Nutrient infusions fit naturally into that philosophy, giving patients a practical way to arrive at a procedure well prepared and to move through recovery with fewer setbacks. They are offered as a complement to a treatment plan, never as a replacement for sound nutrition, rest, and medical care.

“A good result does not begin in the operating room—it begins with how well the body is prepared to heal.” — Dr. Erez Dayan

What Is IV Vitamin Therapy

IV vitamin therapy is the delivery of a customized blend of fluids, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and amino acids through a small catheter placed in a vein. Because the nutrients enter the bloodstream directly, absorption is not limited by the digestive tract, which allows for concentrations that oral supplements cannot reach. Most sessions take between thirty and sixty minutes, and the blend is selected around your goals, your health history, and where you are in your treatment plan.

Infusion Blends Offered at the Institute

Healing: Post Surgical Recovery

Formulated for the weeks surrounding an operation, this blend combines high dose vitamin C, a mineral complex supplying zinc and copper, a full range of B vitamins, and taurine. Vitamin C has been studied for its role in collagen synthesis, zinc and copper for cellular proliferation, B vitamins for tissue regeneration, and taurine for its antioxidant and anti inflammatory properties. These are the same processes the body draws on while a surgical site closes and remodels, which is why many patients begin infusions before surgery rather than after. For patients focused on recovery, this blend pairs well with hyperbaric oxygen therapy, another healing focused option offered at the practice.

Immunity: Immune System Support

Built around vitamin C, zinc and supporting trace minerals, B complex vitamins, and glutathione, this infusion suits patients who want to reinforce immune function during travel, during a season of frequent illness, or in the weeks leading up to a scheduled procedure. Arriving at surgery healthy is not a small detail, since an active infection is one of the most common reasons an operation has to be postponed. Patients recovering from a recent illness often choose it as well.

Inner Beauty: Hair, Skin and Nail Support

This blend pairs biotin with vitamin C and B complex vitamins to support the structural proteins behind healthy hair, skin, and nails. Biotin contributes to keratin formation, vitamin C participates in collagen production and antioxidant defense, and the B vitamins support the healthy cell turnover that keeps skin looking rested. It is a natural complement to laser resurfacing, injectable treatments, and a consistent medical grade skin care routine, working from within while those treatments work on the surface.

Get Up and Go: Energy and Metabolic Support

Combining amino acids including arginine, carnitine, lysine, and proline with a full spectrum of B vitamins, this infusion is chosen by patients who feel persistently depleted despite good habits. The amino acids support metabolic function and muscle recovery, while B vitamins assist the conversion of nutrients into usable energy. Patients often schedule it ahead of a demanding stretch at work, after travel across time zones, or as they return to exercise following surgery.

“I would rather a patient understand exactly what is in an infusion and why it was chosen than simply feel better for an afternoon.” — Dr. Erez Dayan

Reasons Patients Choose Nutrient Infusions

Patients come to infusion therapy with different goals, though the reasons tend to fall into a few clear categories:

• Surgical Preparation: arrive at your procedure with nutrient reserves in good standing.
• Recovery Support: supply the building blocks tissue repair depends on.
• Immune Resilience: reinforce defenses during travel or a demanding season.
• Skin And Hair Quality: support the proteins behind healthy hair, skin, and nails.
• Everyday Energy: address fatigue that oral supplements have not resolved.
• Hydration Balance: restore fluid levels after illness, altitude, or exertion.

What to Expect During an Infusion

Every patient begins with a consultation that includes a review of your health history, medications, and any upcoming or recent surgery, since that information determines which blend is appropriate and whether infusion therapy is a good fit at all. Treatment takes place in a private, comfortable setting, and a small catheter is placed in the arm for the length of the session. Most patients read, work, or rest through it and return to normal activities immediately afterward. Mild tenderness or bruising at the insertion site is the most common side effect. All infusions are administered by trained clinical staff under Dr. Dayan’s medical direction.

“The patients I decline are just as important as the ones I treat—that holds true for an infusion the same way it does for an operation.” — Dr. Erez Dayan

Frequently Asked Questions About IV Vitamin Therapy

How long does a session take?

Most infusions run thirty to sixty minutes, and patients are able to read, work, or simply rest for the duration.

When should I schedule one around surgery?

Timing is planned with Dr. Dayan, and many patients begin in the weeks before a procedure and continue through recovery.

Is intravenous vitamin therapy safe?

Infusions are given by trained clinical staff under physician direction, following a review of your health history and medications.

How many treatments will I need?

Some patients come once for a specific reason, while others follow a short series planned around their goals and schedule.

Will I notice a difference right away?

Many patients report improved hydration and energy the same day, though individual responses vary and results are not guaranteed.

Can infusions replace a healthy diet?

No, they are intended to supplement good nutrition, sleep, and medical care rather than substitute for any of them.

Why Choose Avance Plastic Surgery Institute

Infusion therapy is only as good as the judgment behind it. At Avance, blends are selected by a board certified plastic surgeon who understands what the body actually needs during healing, not chosen from a menu. The practice operates from an AAAHC accredited facility, holds a 5.0 star rating across nearly 600 patient reviews, and integrates wellness treatments with the surgical and med spa care patients already receive. That continuity is why patients throughout Reno and Lake Tahoe choose the Institute for care that extends beyond the procedure itself.

Schedule Your IV Therapy Consultation in Reno

To find out which infusion suits your goals or how nutritional support could fit into an upcoming procedure, contact Avance Plastic Surgery Institute at (775) 800-4444 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Dayan and his team at 5588 Longley Lane, Suite A in Reno, and take a practical step toward feeling and healing better.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. IV vitamin therapy is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Candidacy is determined during a medical consultation, and individual results vary.