When planning your plastic surgery procedure, choosing a date that doesn’t interfere with your daily life and social plans is often essential. This blog discusses how fall and winter are ideal seasons for more invasive procedures and how non-surgical skin treatments can typically be done year-round.
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Planning Your Plastic Surgery Procedure
Have you ever wondered what the best time of year is for various plastic surgery procedures? Believe it or not, the month and season of the year are important considerations for many procedures. Factors such as the weather, holidays, social activities, and work flexibility are all things to consider when planning your procedure. It’s typically best to start planning your procedure as early as possible so you’re well-informed about all the surgery and recovery details and are prepared for optimal healing during your recovery period.
Before you settle on a time for your procedure, you’ll want to understand what the recovery process entails. Particularly with more invasive procedures, you’ll want to research expected downtime so you can plan how many days to take off work, arrange for childcare if needed, and pause your typical responsibilities and social obligations, if any.
When Should I Schedule My Plastic Surgery Appointment?
For many types of plastic surgery, fall and winter are ideal times to schedule a procedure. During these seasons, healing can typically go smoother because you can relax indoors and easily hide swelling with more concealing clothing.
Fall
The autumn time—September, October, and November—can be great for plastic surgery procedures with longer recovery times. Depending on where you live, the weather may start to cool around this time, making it easier to hide swelling and fresh scars. Additionally, fall is when kids go back to school, which may mean that you have more time in the day when you don’t need to be watching your children. If you get your surgery early enough in the fall, there is a good chance that you will be completely recovered by the winter holidays and ready to enjoy your revitalized look while spending time with family and friends. These factors can make it an ideal time for a Mommy Makeover, plastic surgery after weight loss, or other invasive procedures.
Winter
Winter—December, January, and February—can also be an ideal time for many invasive plastic surgery procedures. Similar to the fall, winter typically brings colder weather that allows you to stay indoors and wear more clothing when venturing outside. Keep in mind that depending on what month you choose to have your procedure in the winter, you may still be recovering during the winter holidays. However, the bright side to choosing this time is that many people often get holidays off of work and might even have work-from-home flexibility during the days leading up to the holidays. This can allow you to rest at home while you recover from your procedure without needing to take so many vacation days.
What Plastic Surgery Procedures Have the Longest Recovery Times?
It’s essential to understand how long the recovery period should be when planning the date of your procedure. Generally speaking, combination procedures, such as a Mommy Makeover or post-weight loss surgery, will have longer recovery periods compared to getting a single surgery like liposuction.
However, since Dr. Boll customizes every procedure to fit the patient’s needs and goals, recovery time will vary. During your consultation, you can ask Dr. Boll for an estimated recovery timeline to help you prepare for all the time you need to heal.
What Cosmetic Procedures Can I Get Year Round?
While the spring and summer months may not be ideal for most people who want invasive plastic surgery procedures, there are still other cosmetic options available. Non-surgical skin treatments such as dermal fillers, BOTOX® Cosmetic, and ThermiTight® can typically be performed year-round. It’s essential to note that you should usually schedule skin treatments at least two weeks before a big event or social activity to allow any redness or swelling to completely subside.
Want to Know More About Plastic Surgery in Phoenix, AZ?
To learn more about plastic surgery in Phoenix, AZ, and recovery timelines, call us at 480-833-5200 or fill out our online contact form. You can also schedule a consultation with Dr. Boll by calling or completing the form.