How long to wait after getting another plastic surgery?

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Thinking about having a breast lift. Getting lipo and bbl October 2nd of this year. How long after if recovery goes smooth is it safe to go through with breast lift procedure?! I’m 24, 145lbs, & 5,1.

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

hello thank you for your question and provided information as well..based on your question, we recommend always before a plastic surgery, we recommend 6 months at least to be able to perform another procedure.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Hi Kalseyep,It is ideal to wait at least 6 months before undergoing another surgery. This time frame will allow the body to heal and recover from the previous surgery. If you are considering a breast lift, you should consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options and make sure your surgeon understands your goals. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
  
Daniel Barrett, MD, MHA, MS
  
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
  
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery 
  
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

If all goes well and you have a smooth recovery, you can probably schedule your next surgery about 6 months afterward. However, you should discuss this with your surgeon as they may recommend something different.

Kamran Azad, MD · Answer

If everything goes well from your BBL and liposuction surgery, meaning no complications, I would wait six months between surgeries as it will give your body to fully heal and the fat grafting to your buttocks would be stabilized. You could do both surgeries at the same time, but I personally would recommend against that as you would not be able to sit on your buttocks normal for several weeks and you would not be able to lie on your stomach due to the breast lift, this would make recovery more uncomfortable. Good luck!

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACS · Answer

Personally I would do these surgeries at the same time. I do breast augmentations, lifts, reductions, or aug/lifts with lipo and BBL fairly regularly. If I were to separate them for some reason I would recommend 1-2 months to recover from anesthesia. Discuss with your surgeon. Good luck.

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Generally, when you feel recovered enough to undergo another surgery. Typically, this is 6 weeks to 3 months, but can vary depending upon the patient and the procedures desired.

Richard G. Reish, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  It is possible to have these procedures together if you are in good health.  Otherwise, I recommend two months in between surgeries.  This decision should
be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you
and your surgeon.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.  FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

A sensible time between procedures is typically 6 months if it's a non-complicated recovery. But, it is always best to have clearance from your surgeon before moving forward. There are current lifting techniques available that do not require vertical scars or breast implants that you might be interested in researching. You are welcome to visit my gallery on this site to see what can now be achieved. Happy healing from your lipo and BBL!Best wishes and kind regards,

Dana Towle, MD · Answer

Generally Surgeries can be done very close together even at the same time. The exception to this are too many surgeries at the same time can increase risk and two surgeries on the same body part that need to be staged may have a certain amount of time between to allow for the necessary healing. Talk to your surgeon about your overall goals and surgeries you wish done and they will be able to give you more specific advice about timing.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well. 
I would recommend to wait six months between surgeries, but remember that all depends on your health and lab tests.
l suggest you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals and anything you need to know.
Good luck :)

How long to wait after getting another plastic surgery?

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