Once you’ve decided that you want to undergo a cosmetic surgery procedure, and found the right one for you, it’s time to book the appointment. It can be hard to decide when the right time is but, booking in the winter does have its benefits.
Many cosmetic surgeries come with recovery time. It is common for many patients to have swelling six months to a year after the procedure. The cold winter months come with layering up, which is perfect for hiding your skin that is healing. The skin is also hidden from the sun, which allows it to heal as healthy as possible.
The holiday season is a perfect recovery time. Most cosmetic surgeries require a week or two of recovery time and getting time off of work may not be easy for a lot of people. The holiday season runs from November through January, and there are plenty of scheduled holidays that allow you to recover without having to take off from work.
The winter months are when people forget about their summer bodies. It isn’t until the spring starts approaching that people begin to think about getting in shape. Start your summer body out in the right direction with your surgery in the winter. Having a procedure in the winter gives yourself plenty of time to heal correctly and give yourself some time to adjust to your new body. Having this time in the winter gives you plenty of time in the summer to enjoy your new body, and not worry about having to keep your skin out of the sun.
It is very common for people to gift cosmetic surgeries to one another. Many siblings or mother daughter duos will come in to cosmetic surgeons to get something done together. Even if you don’t have someone to do it with, why not gift yourself. A cosmetic surgery takes a lot of thought, so it is probably something you’ve wanted for yourself for a while. You’ve worked hard for your money, so why not treat yourself. Look into your local cosmetic surgeons, and they may have holiday deals going on.
If you think you are ready for your cosmetic surgery, come in and see what Dr. Roussalis and his team can do for you. Please call the practice of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. John L. Roussalis at 302-998-8007 or fill out our online contact form.