Is it safe to get a facelift under local the same week as mommy makeover?

Dear JenyAnnKennedy,

it is better to wait until you are fully healed from tummy tuck but every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.

Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

This is something that should be discussed with your surgeon, as they’re more familiar with the specifics of your situation. Generally speaking, however, it is not advisable as the mommy makeover will be interfering with the recovery of your facelift. That means not only will you increase risks and delay your facelift recovery, your body won’t be in prime condition for the mommy makeover either (which sounds quite extensive), jeopardizing your safety for that as well.

Well, it is possible to have back-to-back surgeries like you are suggesting it is not in your best interest. Safety and health of the patient is always paramount. The sedentary requirements following any prolonged surgery during the healing process increase your risk for blood clots and or other untoward effects. I would recommend doing one surgery fully recovering 8 to 12 weeks out and then having the second surgery.