Plastic surgery recovery times vary greatly from one procedure to the next. For example, a tummy tuck can require 3-4 weeks of rest before getting back to limited activities. On the other hand, many breast augmentation procedure patients often return to light work within 7 to 10 days. For most procedures, stitches are usually removed in 7 to 10 days, and patients should avoid any strenuous activities until their stitches are removed. Discomfort that requires prescription pain medication can last for as few as a couple of days and usually not more than 7 days.
In summary, the recovery times for plastic surgery will depend on you, your physical condition, how well you follow your recovery guidelines, and the extent of your particular procedure. If you are physically fit and have good muscle tone, this will help you recover faster than if you do not. Dr. Csikai will closely oversee your recovery to assure that your recovery goes smooth and that you are back to your regular activities as soon as safely possible.
We have included recovery details about each procedure on its respective procedure detail page. Just click the main menu icon at the top of this page and select the procedure you are interested in learning more about.
