How to Plan for Looking Your Best this Social and Holiday Season

 

We’re entering a really busy, exciting time of year when galas and Holiday parties are in full swing and we all want to look our best.  Since a big event may be the impetus for some to try plastic surgery or a cosmetic treatment like Botox® or Juvéderm® for the first time, I wanted to share with you how to properly plan for the busy social season.

 

The timing below indicates how much time one should allow for treatments and surgeries before attending a big event, gala, Holiday party or wedding. Please note however, that is a guide only to help making these important decisions and you should always consult with me before making plans.

 

Botox: One Week, though effects begin to be seen in a day or two.

 

Fillers (includes Juvéderm, Radiesse® and others for smile lines and wrinkles): A few days.

 

Lips: One – two weeks (to allow any extra little puffiness to settle).

 

Latisse® (this is a relatively new product that makes eyelashes longer, fuller and darker): One month to start seeing effects and up to three to six months for fullest effects.

 

Breast Augmentation: Two weeks or less.

 

Breast Reduction: Four weeks.

 

Breast Lift: Two weeks.

 

Liposuction (female and male):  Two weeks to see initial results but final result (and ultimate waist / dress size!) can take up to six to eight weeks.

 

Tummy Tuck: One month to see initial good results, though results continue to improve for a few months post-op.

 

Nose: Two weeks to see initial results, though results continue to improve for six months or more.

 

Facelift: Three to four weeks, depending on your face as a thinner face heals faster and a fuller face may take up to one month. Results continue to improve subtly for up to three months post-op.

 

Eyes: Two to three weeks, though you can use eye makeup after one week.