The desire for a more youthful appearance, elevated self-confidence, and improved body contours motivates millions of people to seek out plastic surgery each year as a viable solution to help them achieve their goals. Oftentimes, more than one procedure may be recommended to fully rejuvenate the face or an area of the body to ensure balance and harmony between features is respected. At Edina Plastic Surgery, combining surgeries offers patients unique advantages that can lead to improved results and a streamlined recovery process. If you are considering facelift surgery, breast enhancement, or tummy tuck surgery, adding complementary procedures may dramatically enhance your overall outcome.
“There are so many wonderful complementary procedures in the world of plastic surgery,” says Dr. Brian Kobienia, a board-certified plastic surgeon and partner at Edina Plastic Surgery. “Oftentimes, combining two or more procedures, like in a Mommy Makeover, improves the foundational structure and longevity of your results, the aesthetic outcome, and the overall balance, which significantly impacts how natural your results will look. When you go in for a plastic surgery consultation, never assume that when a reputable surgeon recommends additional procedures, they are trying to upsell you. In fact, they are trying to ensure that you get the best outcome because they understand how an additional procedure may be needed to help you fully realize your aesthetic goal. I often recommend several surgical combinations to patients because they lead to beautiful balance in their results and enhanced outcomes.”
#1 – Elevating Facial Aesthetics: Facelift, Blepharoplasty, and Brow Lift
Facial aging is inevitable, but it can be beautifully managed through preventative skincare, physician-grade products, professional skin treatments, and skillful surgery. Our faces have many prominent features that draw the eye of the beholder. There are great advantages to rejuvenating all of them in one surgery. Patients can frequently achieve a more comprehensive, natural-looking transformation by combining a facelift with blepharoplasty and a brow lift.
“A facelift is designed to correct facial aging and the associated structural changes,” explains Dr. Kobienia. “It does so by repositioning the underlying soft tissue layers to a more youthful anatomic position in addition to tightening the skin. However, the focus of the facelift rests on the lower portion of the face and neck. To achieve a complete transformation, many patients benefit from adding an eyelift to their surgery to remove loose sagging skin around the eyes, and when advisable, a brow lift to restore a smoother, more youthful appearance to the upper face.”
Benefits of Combining Facial Surgeries
Enhanced Youthfulness – A facelift tightens sagging skin on the lower face and neck, while a blepharoplasty rejuvenates the upper and/or eyelids, and a brow lift elevates heavy eyebrows. Together, these procedures create a harmonious, refreshed, youthful appearance that can be more significant than having each procedure alone.
Reduced Recovery Time – Undergoing multiple procedures in one surgery means patients endure only one recovery period instead of several. This is particularly beneficial for busy individuals who want to minimize time away from work or social engagements.
Cost-Effectiveness – Combining surgeries can often lead to lower overall costs, as patients can save on operating room fees, anesthesia costs, and other associated expenses.
Consistent Aesthetic Balance – When combining these procedures, your plastic surgeon can better ensure that the transformations are consistent and balanced to the face as a whole, resulting in a more natural appearance.
#2 – Revitalizing the Breasts: Breast Implant Removal, Breast Lift, and Breast Fat Grafting
For many women, the journey of breast enhancement may lead to the desire for reconsideration of previous choices. Whether due to changes in personal preference, lifestyle, or dissatisfaction with their implants, breast implant removal, breast lift, and fat grafting can offer a fresh start.
“Although many of my female patients opt to have their implants exchanged for new ones, oftentimes with a breast lift, at some point in their breast enhancement journey, there is a growing population of women who decide that they would rather focus on lifting and rejuvenating their natural breasts,” says Dr. Kobienia. “This choice is very personal, and the outcomes are beautiful either way! A breast lift focuses on removing excess skin to raise and reshape the breast to a more youthful appearance and position on the chest. If a patient would like subtle volume added to her breasts without implants, we can harvest fat from the abdomen or thighs via liposuction and transfer it to the breasts, so they appear slightly fuller. This is a great strategy for women seeking an all-natural approach to breast enhancement after their implants are removed.”
Benefits of Combining Breast Procedures
Comprehensive Transition – By removing implants and lifting the breast tissue simultaneously, patients can achieve a more natural contour and avoid the potential for sagging that can occur if implants are removed without lifting.
Natural Volume Enhancement – The use of fat grafting allows for a more natural feel and appearance compared to implants. However, fat grafting will never achieve the same size increase that implants can. This method uses the patient’s own fat, typically harvested from areas like the abdomen or thighs via liposuction, and reinjects it into the breasts for enhanced volume and shape that aligns with the individual’s body.
Single Recovery Period – Similar to facial procedures, having multiple breast surgeries done at once provides a single recovery timeframe, allowing for a quicker return to daily activities and less physical stress on the body.
Improved Self-Confidence – The combination of these procedures can help women feel more aligned with their bodies, leading to greater satisfaction and self-esteem. The new shape and look can feel liberating, especially for those who felt constrained by implants or who prefer a more natural approach to breast enhancement.
#3 – Sculpting the Body: Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, and Buttocks Fat Grafting
For many individuals, the goal of body contouring is to achieve a slimmer, more contoured, and sculpted figure. The combination of a tummy tuck, liposuction, and buttocks fat grafting can offer significant aesthetic improvements in multiple areas and achieve a beautiful balance to the midsection from all angles.
“The combination of liposuction and tummy tuck is a perfect pairing of procedures,” says Dr. Kobienia. “We can utilize liposuction before a tummy tuck to remove stubborn pockets of fat on the abdomen, hips, and flanks, which will help further smooth the belly and add beautiful definition and contour to the midsection. The abdominoplasty will then remove excess skin and fat on the abdomen, make any abdominal muscle repairs necessary, and restore a tighter, flatter, and smoother midsection.”
“Many women experience a loss of muscle and fat in the buttocks area as they age,” explains Dr. Kobienia. “This can create a flattened, almost pancake appearance to the buttocks, which becomes more pronounced after restoring a flat, contoured abdomen with a tummy tuck. Using some of the fat harvested during liposuction and transferring it to the upper quadrant of the buttocks adds youthful volume that enhances the balance of the patient’s body and compliments her new curves and contours.”
Benefits of Combining Body Contouring Procedures
Overall Midsection Transformation – The tummy tuck addresses excessive skin and fat in the abdominal area, while liposuction removes localized fat deposits and adds contour. Fat grafting uses the harvested fat to enhance the shape of the buttocks, creating a more balanced and proportionate body silhouette.
Streamlined Process – Patients looking for comprehensive body transformation can benefit significantly from combining these surgeries. Instead of undergoing separate procedures and multiple recovery phases, patients can complete their desired enhancements in a single operation.
Holistic Results – Combining these procedures allows for an integrated approach to body aesthetics, ensuring all areas are proportionate and appealing. A skilled plastic surgeon will consider the entire body when executing these procedures, resulting in seamless and natural transitions between different body parts.
Increased Confidence and Motivation – For many patients, achieving a well-contoured figure can serve as a significant motivational boost. This newfound confidence may inspire lifestyle changes, such as adopting healthier habits and engaging in more physical activities.
“The decision to undergo plastic surgery is deeply personal,” says Dr. Kobienia. “It is an honor when patients entrust me to partner with them on this journey, and I never underestimate how life-changing it can be for them. That’s why I’m so transparent about recommending the procedures I believe are needed to help them achieve their aesthetic goals. Combining plastic surgeries, like the ones mentioned above, almost always leads to superior overall results, with the added benefits of lower costs, reduced recovery times, and improved self-confidence.”
If you are considering any of these procedures, it’s essential to consult with a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon who can guide you through the process, tailor a plan to meet your specific needs and ensure that you have realistic expectations. Schedule a complimentary consultation with Dr. Brain Kobienia or another board-certified plastic surgeon at Edina Plastic Surgery by calling (952) 234-6145, texting (952) 925-1765, or CLICKING HERE!