How Long to Wait Between Surgical Cosmetic Procedures?
asked 2 years ago by mamamean in US
Latest answer by Amy T. Bandy, DO
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Tags: breasts, buttocks
i'm scheduled to get liposuction breast reduction under local anestesia in a month from a doctor who specialises in that area and i wanted to also get liposuction butt fat grafting immediately after from another surgeon who specialises in that area as well but most likely this will be done under general anestesia.
is it possible for me to do the fat grafting 4 days after breast liposuction or how long will i have to wait before i get my fat grafting done?
13 answers to How Long to Wait Between Surgical Cosmetic Procedures?
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Duration of time between surgeries
First of all, I would agree with the surgeons who stated that most Board Certified Plastic Surgeons are capable of performing both the liposuction breast reduction and fat transfer to the buttocks, and it makes the most sense to both at the same time. This way you are not wasting any fat that is being aspirated, and you can have one surgical procedure.
That being said, it appears that you seem convinced that you will get better results by having 2 different surgeons perform the...
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Two procedures with 2 doctors
If you desire liposuction of your breasts and fat injection of your buttocks, it sounds like the best thing to do would be to have the two done by the same surgeon in the same day.
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Timing between cosmetic surgeries
Even though the liposuction is done under local anesthesia, it’s still surgery. I highly recommend giving your body at least a week to recover. Make sure both of your doctors know what you are having done and when.
Bruce Katz, MD
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
New York Dermatologic Surgeon
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Surgery can be separated in time, but why do that?
If you are healthy, there is little risk to having two surgeries several days apart, but I am confused, why are you going to two different surgeons, and why have you chosen liposuction as your breast reduction technique? For many reasons, this is not a standard approach to safe and aesthetic reduction in breast volume. Most, if not all surgeons certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery can and do do breast reduction surgery. Not all have adopted fat grafting to the buttocks as a...
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Brazilian Butt Lift 4 days after liposuction of Breasts
Hi there-
This should be safe to do, depending on the amount of liposuction done in the initial procedure.
Please be sure both surgeons are certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery.(the particular board is VERY important)..
ANYONE can claim expertise- this credential must be EARNED.
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It depends on the amount of liposuction
If you are going to have limited amount of liposuction from breast( the works better in younger patients with no breast sagging) then you can have the fat grafting any time that your doctor feels comfortable.
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Fat injection after liposuction
There does not appear to be a contraindication to having both procedures done 4 days apart. If, however, you do not feel well during your few days of convalescence, give your body a chance to heal more and delay the fat injections.
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Recommend waiting 6 weeks to 3 months between procedures
I don't think that there are any really good studies to show when it is safest. You definitely can have your second surgery in 4 days. However, I generally do not recommend this for elective surgery. It is generally not recommended to have prolonged periods of immobility after undergoing surgery due to the risk of blood clots. A second surgery definitely fits into the category of prolonged immobility.
I usually recommend 6 weeks to 3 months, depending on how much was done during the first...
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Timing between procedures
Two issues. Personally, I am not a big fan of liposuction breast reduction, except for very small reductions and or asymmetry correction. This technique does not lift or tighten sagging structures and may leave the breast empty.
Timing depends on your health and the extent of fat removed in this case. I would think that the second procedure should remove more tissue/be more extensive.
First thing to do is let both doctors know your plans.
Scott E. Kasden, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon
Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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Wait between surgical cosmetic procedures
I do not want to come across as unfeeling, But are you serious? Going to 2 differing doctors within 4 days is and sounds NUTS! I'm sure you have not told either one you are planning this course of action. Have you? If I was either one I would excuse myself from your care. Please be careful but maybe you need a reality check.
From MIAMI
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Indications for liposuction breast reduction
Liposuction has been used for breast reduction but is only of use if the excess breast tissue is composed mostly-entirely of fat (which is not always the case) and the skin is sufficiently elastic to shrink after liposuction. This skin only exists in younger patients who incidentally have more breast gland tissue than breast fat tissue. It should really as the sole means of breast reduction for smaller reductions that health insurance commonly does not cover. In fact many health insurance...
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Aaron Stone, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Breast reduction followed by buttock injection:how much time in between?
It is certainly possible to undergo the procedures 4 days apart. Depending on how much fat you are having removed from your breasts, it can be grafted to your buttocks. However, it generally does not do well if injected beyond 2-3 hours.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Waiting between liposuction procedures
Liposuction is a pretty painful procedure. Most Board Certified Plastic Surgeons can do both well. When someone specializes in one thing only, then they may not be a Plastic Surgeon. However, apart form the pain, it is difficult for your body to undergo two operations in tandom. My suggestion would be to do both together with a Board Certified Plstic Surgeon, or to wait 6 to 12 weeks in between till you are more comfortable.
