WHAT ARE THE PROS AND CONS OF PERFORMING MULTIPLE PLASTIC SURGERIES AT THE SAME TIME?
These days, it's not uncommon for individuals to have multiple plastic surgeries in their lifetime. But is it possible to have more than one plastic surgery at the same time? Actually, yes. Although there are many benefits of combining more than one plastic surgery at the same time, you should also be aware of the disadvantages.
Anesthesia
Pros: A single surgery means only once under anesthesia, which can reduce your risk of anesthesia-related complications. Combining procedures is a safer approach for many patients, as most complications occur while under or coming out of anesthesia.
Cons: While a single dose of anesthetic may be more desirable, you may need a stronger dose to keep you under longer and deeper anaesthetic. It is important to keep in mind that being under anesthesia for too long is risky. Depending on your age and state of health, a very strong dose can have a negative effect on your body and increase the chance of complications such as excessive blood loss.
Recovery time
Pros: Every plastic surgery procedure has its own recovery time. For some procedures the recovery time is relatively short, while for others it may take several weeks before you are ready to return to your regular activities. Combining your procedures, you only have to endure a single recovery period.
Cons: It's good to have a single recovery period for all of them, but be aware that your recovery time may be longer if multiple procedures are performed instead of a single procedure. You may need to take more time off from work and seek help from friends and family for an extended period of time.
Cost
Pros: When you have any surgery, you don't just pay for the surgeon, you also pay for the anesthesiologist and the use of the operating room. By combining surgical procedures, you can potentially save a significant amount as you only pay these fees once. In addition, your surgeon may give you a discount if you have more than one plastic surgery at the same time.
Cons: If you're saving up for a procedure, the higher costs of a combined procedure can seem like a huge financial goal. To have a single procedure it may be easier to save what you need, have that procedure done, and then save again for the next procedure.
Results
Pros: In many cases, combining procedures produces better results. For example, breast reduction with an uplift may give you a better or more desirable result. Similarly, combining tummy tuck and liposuction can give you the slimmer waist you desire, rather than any single procedure.
Cons: When you combine surgeries, it will take more time for you to see the results you want, as your body takes longer to heal. You will also notice increased amounts of bruising and swelling. If that doesn't sound good, you may prefer to spread these processes over time. How you want to achieve your aesthetic goals is entirely your choice.
WHICH AESTHETIC SURGERIES CAN BE COMBINED?
While safety is always a top priority, many plastic surgeons are comfortable combining at least two surgeries as long as you are in good health. The most common plastic surgery procedures combined include liposuction and tummy tuck, rhinoplasty and chin augmentation, and breast augmentation with breast uplift.
Another popular option is mommy makover procedure, which is a combination of breast aesthetics, liposuction and tummy tuck procedures. Sometimes procedures need to be combined. For example, when women prefer breast augmentation with fat transfer, they must first have liposuction to harvest the fat and then have breast surgery. In the same way, butt augmentation with fat transfer (BBL) is performed in a single session.
WHEN ARE SURGERIES NOT COMBINED?
If you have high blood pressure, a pre-existing health condition, or if your surgeon thinks that more than one surgery is unsafe for you, then it is better not to have a combined surgery.
HOW CAN I ENSURE A SAFE EXPERIENCE?
If you're considering multiple plastic surgeries at the same time, you can make a free consultation with Dr. Izmirli who is a member of TPRECD. Verify that your surgeon has performed many of these lengthy procedures and ask to see before and after pictures of previous patients.
While the idea of having multiple plastic surgeries at once may seem daunting at first, the results can be quite satisfying. You will see significant changes in your appearance that will often be long-lasting.
We use the latest plastic surgery techniques to perform various surgical procedures. Dr. Izmirli and his team are very friendly, helpful and ready to answer all your questions. To learn more about the services we offer, please contact us today.
