One of the most frequently asked questions about plastic surgery concerns the time it takes to recover from cosmetic procedures.
Many people think that cosmetic surgery will require them to take extended time off from work, or leave them recovering in bed for quite a while. In fact, you may be surprised to find the recovery times of many common cosmetic surgeries are much lower than you think.
For example, did you know that the general recovery time for breast augmentation or liposuction is just one week? If you’ve been considering improving your appearance through a cosmetic procedure, you may be pleased to hear this.
Today we’ll look at some of the most common types of plastic surgery and their recovery times.
Recommended Time Off for Plastic Surgery Procedures
All cosmetic procedures are different, as are all bodies. So your recovery will obviously be a very individual experience, depending on your age, fitness levels and overall health.
However, here are the average times patients take off from work to recover from plastic surgery procedures – both facial and body surgeries.
Facial Cosmetic Surgery
- Brow Lift – 1-2 weeks
- Facelift – 2 weeks
- Eyelid Surgery – 2 weeks
Cosmetic Surgery for the Body
- Brachioplasty (arm lift) – 1 week
- Liposuction – 1 week
- Tummy Tuck – 3-4 weeks
- Mommy Makeover – 3-4 weeks
- Body Lift – 3-4 weeks
Breast Plastic Surgery Procedures
- Breast Augmentation – 1 week
- Breast Lift – 1 week
- Breast Reduction – 1 week
- Gynecomastia (male chest reduction) – 1 week
Factors to Consider in Your Recovery
In addition to these estimated timeframes, we consider factoring in extra recovery time for facial plastic surgeries if you are someone who bruises easily.
Also, if you work a physically strenuous job, consider taking more time off to recover before returning to work, to ensure the best possible result.
The best approach to take to your recover is to allow more than enough time – if you do heal faster, you’ll be pleasantly surprised. However, if your body takes a little longer to recover from its procedure, you’ll have extra time off up your sleeve.
Feeling stressed out or worried about having to return to work or an active social life will not be beneficial for your recovery. Always talk to your cosmetic surgeon honestly about the time you’ve planned for your recovery. Your cosmetic clinic will be able to assist you throughout this period of time also.
Australia’s Leading Plastic Surgery Practice
If you’re interested in finding out more about common plastic surgery procedures, or would like to talk to a professional about expected recovery times, consider contacting the team at Australia Cosmetic Clinics.
Providing a holistic approach to cosmetic surgery, the friendly team of cosmetic surgeons and expert registered nurses are committed to quality and safety in every aspect of the customised treatment program we provide to our patients.
With Australia Cosmetic Clinics in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne, ACC specialise in breast augmentation (breast implants), tummy tuck and mommy makeover surgery, buttock augmentation, rhinoplasty (nose job), breast lifts, breast reduction, liposuction, face lifts, eyelid surgery and more.
