How to Maximize Results with One Surgery and One Recovery
These days, plastic surgery is more advanced, customizable, and efficient than ever before. With the right board-certified plastic surgeon at the helm, your aesthetic goals can often be achieved faster and more effectively—especially when combining procedures in a single surgical session.
From the popular mommy makeover to post-weight loss body contouring, combination surgeries have seen a major rise in popularity over the past decade. And in 2024, this approach is not only common—it’s safe for the right candidates.
As Dr. Earl Stephenson, Jr., founder of ESJ Aesthetics and board-certified plastic surgeon, I’ve helped countless patients streamline their cosmetic journey through combination procedures tailored to their unique anatomy and goals.
Why Do Patients Combine Procedures?
One Recovery. One Surgery. Full Transformation.
Patients often choose to combine procedures for three key reasons:
- Faster Results: One surgery means one recovery period.
- Lower Costs: You save on anesthesia, facility, and staffing fees.
- More Balanced Outcomes: Combining procedures helps achieve harmony across multiple areas, whether it’s face, breasts, or body.
This is especially appealing for those who’ve experienced significant weight loss or pregnancy-related changes. For example, patients using GLP-1 medications like Ozempic or Wegovy often have areas of skin laxity that require more than one surgical solution. In these cases, a multi-procedure plan—like a tummy tuck with liposuction—can help restore confidence and body contours.
What Procedures Are Commonly Combined?
Proven Pairings That Work Well Together
At ESJ Aesthetics, we frequently customize plans that combine procedures such as:
- Tummy Tuck + Liposuction – Flatten and contour the abdomen in one go.
- Facelift + Eyelid Surgery – Refresh the face and eyes together for a more youthful look.
- Breast Augmentation + Lift – Add volume and correct sagging simultaneously.
- Mommy Makeover – A combination of breast, abdominal, and body procedures tailored to post-pregnancy changes. Learn more about this option on our Mommy Makeover page.
Is It Safe to Combine Plastic Surgery Procedures?
What the Data and Experience Show
Safety is always the top priority. With proper planning and patient selection, combination surgeries have been shown to be both effective and low-risk. Recent data from 2024 found that abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), whether performed alone or with another procedure, had a very low complication rate when done by board-certified plastic surgeons.
Still, we take several important factors into account:
- Time Under Anesthesia: We aim to keep surgeries under six hours whenever possible.
- Your Health Profile: Higher BMI, smoking, advanced age, and uncontrolled diabetes may increase risk.
- Surgical Complexity: Some procedures combine more safely than others, and that’s where experience counts.
As a seasoned surgeon, I always evaluate your full health history, current medications, and lifestyle factors before recommending a combined surgical approach.
How to Prepare for Combination Surgery
A Healthier You Means a Smoother Recovery
The best thing you can do? Prioritize your health before surgery. That means:
- No crash dieting or new supplements leading up to surgery
- Communicate changes in medications or health status
- Improve BMI and manage conditions like diabetes
- Plan your support system for the recovery period—especially if you live in a multi-story home
Healthy patients tend to recover better and faster, even when more than one procedure is performed.
Why Your Surgeon Matters—A Lot
Experience, Training, and Artistic Skill
Choosing the right surgeon is the most important decision you’ll make. As Dr. Earl Stephenson, Jr., I bring over two decades of experience, dual training in medicine and dentistry, and a passion for achieving results that look beautiful and natural.
I don’t just perform surgery—I build a surgical plan around you. During our consultation, we’ll discuss:
- Your goals and expectations
- Any risk factors you may have
- Which procedures are safest to combine
- What your recovery timeline will look like
This collaborative approach ensures you feel confident, informed, and supported every step of the way.
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