I Am Planning on Taking an 8 Hour Road Trip 3 Weeks After my Mommy Makeover. Is This Enough Time to Heal Properly?

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Time to heal after Mommy Makeover

Congratulations on making the decision to have a mommy makeover, I hope it all goes smoothly for you. It's never possible to predict what your post operative course will be, so I can't give a definitive answer to the question. However, I would suggest that you take into consideration a few factors when planning your road trip. Firstly, will you be healed enough that you're safe to be 8 hours away from your surgeon? Usually yes, but if you have problems with wound healing,... more

Long road trip after mommy makeover surgery

I would probably advise you to enjoy your 8 hour road trip first and have your surgery after the trip. Best of luck! Dr. Basu Houston, TX

Risks of travelling after Surgery - Timing and Safety Factors

Traveling after Mommy Makeover, Tummy tuck and other Surgery? If your postoperative recovery was uneventful , your drains have been removed, don't have a tendency to form clots and you are without complications then you could travel. There is some risk however and as long as you understand this risk (informed consent) and take some preventative actions a road trip would probably be fine in most cases. Here is what I would suggest - in all cases follow the... more

Traveling after Mommy Makeover Surgery?

Thank you for the question. Assuming your postoperative recovery is uneventful and there are no complications that require the attention of your plastic surgeon (while you plan to be away) than traveling for a short period of time away from your plastic surgeon should be okay. During the road trip that will be it a good idea to frequently move lower extremities, stop and ambulate, stay well hydrated, and use baby aspirin (if not contraindicated). Keep in mind, that your plastic... more

Healing and blood clot risk

I try to convince my patients to have the surgery AFTER the big trip or event. You will still be swollen and healing at 3 weeks post op. If you have a complication you will be in unfamiliar territory and have to go to an urgent care center or ER; your trip could then be interrupted. You have an increased risk of blood clots after the “Mommy Makeover” and driving for so long raises that risk. I am finding out that people are busy and their schedules... more

Long road trips after tummy tuck

If you are well healed and comfortable after your tummy tuck or mommy make over you can travel. Tummy tuck does have a higher risk of deep venous thrombosis or DVT. You may not be out of the danger range just three weeks after your procedure, and the 8 hour travel time could put you at risk. Look into frequent stops and walks, compression stockings, and leg exercises while seated.