Spring is a season of renewal, which makes it a great time to unveil a refreshed look. At West Houston Plastic Surgery Clinic, Dr. Alfonso Barrera, MD, FACS, and Dr. Eric Ruff, MD, use their years of experience to help patients plan the best timing for their plastic surgery.
With a little bit of planning, you’ll have enough time to recover and be able to enjoy your results by the time spring arrives.
Timing Is Key
The amount of time it takes to heal after plastic surgery depends on your body and which procedure you want to have. More involved surgeries will need at least several months for the swelling to go down and the scars to fade. Smaller procedures will have much shorter recovery periods. If you’re hoping to be mostly or fully healed by springtime, you’ll need to do some thoughtful planning about timing.
A Timeline for Spring Readiness
Here’s a general schedule to consider for some common types of surgeries:
- Six Months Before Spring: Plan well in advance for larger surgeries like facelifts, mommy makeovers, or body contouring, which benefit from longer recovery periods.
- Three to Four Months Before Spring: Procedures like breast augmentation, breast lift, arm lift, or liposuction will fit well in this timeframe, as most swelling will resolve in a few months.
- One to Two Months Before Spring: Eyelid surgery, ear surgery, a mini facelift, or smaller liposuction procedures would also be mostly healed within this time.
This general schedule should give you enough time to heal and will allow your results to settle naturally before any springtime events.
To see optimal healing, be sure to follow all post-operative care instructions, avoid heavy physical activities, and get plenty of rest. Hydration and a nutritious diet will also help support your body’s natural recovery process.
Start Your Planning Today
By planning your plastic surgery timeline now, you can prepare for the season ahead. Contact West Houston Plastic Surgery Clinic at 713-468-5200 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Barrera or Dr. Ruff. Their combined knowledge and thoughtful approaches will help you feel refreshed by this spring.
