At AVAN TOKYO, we welcome patients not only from across Japan but also from around the world.
One of the most common questions we receive is:
“Can I go home on the same day as surgery?”
The answer is:
Yes, it is often possible.
Many patients travel to Tokyo on the day of surgery, undergo their procedure, and return home later that evening.

This is especially common among younger patients.
However, if circumstances allow, I personally recommend staying near the clinic for one to two nights after surgery.

Extensive Liposuction and Hybrid Breast Augmentation Are More Demanding Than Most People Expect
Procedures such as:
● Circumferential thigh liposuction
● Circumferential abdominal liposuction
● Back liposuction
● Circumferential arm liposuction
combined with
Hybrid Breast Augmentation
can place significant stress on the body.

Among cosmetic procedures, this combination often involves one of the longer and more challenging recovery periods.

The Most Difficult Period Is Usually the First Two Days

While every patient heals differently, the most challenging time is typically:
The day of surgery through postoperative day two.
Common symptoms include:
● Muscle soreness
● Tightness from compression garments
● Fatigue
● Swelling
● Reduced appetite
● Dizziness
● Mild anemia-related symptoms
When larger volumes of fat are removed, many patients feel that recovery is more difficult than they expected.

Why We Often Recommend Staying Overnight

Immediately after surgery, even simple tasks can become difficult.

Examples include:
● Carrying luggage
● Walking long distances
● Traveling by train or airplane
For this reason, spending one or two nights near the clinic often makes recovery significantly more comfortable.

Case Presentation

The patient featured in this case traveled from western Japan to undergo:

● Circumferential thigh liposuction
● Hybrid Breast Augmentation
Immediately after surgery, she experienced significant fatigue and discomfort.
Instead of traveling home right away, she stayed near the clinic for one night and returned home the following day.
This allowed her to begin recovery more comfortably and safely.

Recovery Experiences Vary Between Patients
Some patients do very well returning home on the day of surgery.

Others are grateful they chose to stay overnight.
Factors that influence recovery include:
● Age
● Physical fitness
● Treatment area
● Liposuction volume
● Individual pain tolerance
However, anyone considering extensive liposuction and Hybrid Breast Augmentation should prepare for a recovery that can be physically demanding.

The AVAN TOKYO Philosophy

Surgery is only one part of achieving a beautiful result.
Postoperative recovery,
nutrition,
compression management,
and follow-up care
all play important roles in the final outcome.

For this reason, AVAN TOKYO places great emphasis on postoperative support.
Even patients who live far away can share photographs and videos with us so we can monitor their progress throughout recovery.
Risks and Potential Complications
Liposuction
Swelling, bruising, fibrosis, contour irregularities, pigmentation changes, sensory changes, and scarring.
Hybrid Breast Augmentation
Infection, fat necrosis, lumps, capsular contracture, asymmetry, and scarring.