There are a several advantages to having multiple surgical procedures performed at the same time.
- You go through recovery from several procedures simultaneously instead of one at a time if the procedures are performed at different times. One of the benefits of having several cosmetic surgery procedures at once is that you will combine your recovery time. Any cosmetic procedure you have will require some time for recovery, so if you’re going to have more than one surgery, you can cut down your recovery time by having all of the procedures done on the same day.
Anesthesia
Pro: A single surgery means just one time under anesthesia, which can reduce your risk for anesthesia-related complications.
Since most complications occur during the time you are going under the anesthesia or coming out of it, combining procedures is a safer approach for many patients.
Con: While a single dose of anesthesia may be more desirable, you may need a stronger dose that enables you to stay under longer and deeper.
It’s important to keep in mind that there is a danger that comes with being under anesthesia for any extended period of time.
Depending on your age and health status, too strong a dose can have a negative effect on your body and may increase the chance of complications, like excessive blood loss.
Recovery Time
Pro: Every plastic surgery procedure comes with its own recovery timeline.
For some procedures, the recovery time is relatively short, while others may take a number of weeks before you are ready to return to regular activities.
By combining your procedures, you only have to endure one recovery period.
Con: Having just one recovery period is appealing, but know that your recovery period may be longer and more painful when recovering from multiple plastic surgeries as opposed to a single procedure.
You may need to take more time off from work and need assistance from friends and family for an extended period of time.
Costs
Pro: When you have any surgery, you’re not just paying the surgeon’s fees, but you’re also paying for the anesthesiologist and the use of the operating room.
By combining surgical procedures, you can potentially save a significant amount of money because you’ll be paying these fees just one time.
Plus, your surgeon may give you a discount for having multiple plastic surgeries done at the same time.
Con: If you’re saving money for a procedure, then the higher costs of a combined procedure may seem like too big of a financial goal.
It may be easier for you save up what you need to have a single procedure, have that procedure, then save up again for the next procedure.
Results
Pro: In many instances, combining procedures produces improved results.
For example, Breast reduction with a lift may give you a better, or more desirable result.
On the other hand, if you do just the reduction and take the time to heal you may not feel you need a lift until a few years later.
Likewise, combining a tummy tuck and liposuction can go farther in giving you the slimmer waistline you desire than either procedure alone.
Con: When you combine surgeries, it will take more time to see your desired results, since your body needs longer to heal.
You’ll also see an increased amount of bruising and swelling.
If this does not sound desirable, you may prefer to make small changes over time and ease into your new look.
How you want to achieve your aesthetic goals is entirely your choice.
