Cosmetic Surgery Planning – What’s the Best Season?

Falling leaves, pumpkin spice and… cosmetic surgery? If one of these things doesn’t sound like the other, take a closer look! Fall and plastic surgery can go together just as well as apple picking while sipping cider. Here’s what makes fall a great time to plan a cosmetic surgery procedure like a tummy tuck, mommy makeover or facelift.

Chillier Weather Makes Recovery Comfier

Hot, muggy summers can make recovery after cosmetic surgery feel sticky and uncomfortable, especially if Dr. Yee has asked you to wear a compression garment, such as after a tummy tuck. In the cooler, less humid fall and winter months, you can recover more comfortably without worrying about heat-related irritation and sweat. Plus, cooler weather makes it easier to cover post-op swelling or bruising with loose clothing, allowing you to feel comfier during the healing process.

Sun Exposure Isn’t as Much of a Concern

After cosmetic surgery, it’s important to protect your healing incisions and any treated areas from sun exposure. Too much sunlight can increase swelling, slow healing and worsen scars. During the fall, when the days are shorter and activities start to move indoors, it’s naturally easier to avoid the sun. While sunscreen is still essential, less sun exposure in the fall and winter makes recovery a little simpler.

Busy Schedules Often Slow in Fall and Winter

The best time of year to schedule cosmetic surgery is when you have the most downtime to take some time for yourself to rest and recover afterward. For many people, the fall and winter offer just that. 

During this time of year, kids are back in school, summer trips are over and work schedules may be lighter leading into the holidays. If you’re already planning to take time off around Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year’s, scheduling a tummy tuck, breast augmentation or other cosmetic surgery around this time can be a convenient way to recover without missing much extra work.

Results Will Be Ready for Next Bikini Season

Cosmetic surgery results won’t be instant and will take some time to fully settle. Swelling and bruising can camouflage initial results, which will gradually improve and develop over the next few months. For most procedures, you can get a good idea of what your final results will look like around the 3-month mark.

However, final results can take 6 months or longer to fully reveal themselves, so scheduling your procedure in the fall means you’ll be well-healed and ready to show off your new look once bikini season rolls back around. 

Ready to Plan Your Procedure?

If you’ve been thinking about getting a tummy tuck, mommy makeover or facelift but haven’t quite settled on the best time of year, consider the cooler, slower fall and winter months. From a cozier recovery to great timing for results in time for next summer, this season offers multiple advantages for both body and facial procedures.

Whether you’re exploring Arkansas cosmetic and plastic surgery options for the first time or ready to move forward, call our Little Rock office at 501-443-5083 or get in touch with us online and schedule your personal consultation with Dr. Yee today.