Pregnancy and childbirth are joyous occasions that often bring wonderful changes to a woman’s life. These happy changes can also be accompanied by some not so desirable changes to a woman’s body. The breasts may no longer be perky. They may feel deflated after breast feeding. Your belly may not be flat, regardless of the amount of sit ups and exercise you do. Skin can sag in the breasts and belly. These changes don’t have to be permanent.
In a mommy makeover procedure, the breasts and abdomen are simultaneously restored to their pre-pregnancy state in one operation. It is essentially a combination of a mastopexy (or breast lift) and an abdominoplasty (or tummy tuck). If your breasts are also deflated, the mastopexy can be combined with a breast augmentation using an implant or fat grafting. Good candidates for this procedure are women who have finished having children and have stopped breast feeding.
Benefits of a Mommy Makeover
A Mommy Makeover offers several benefits, including comprehensive body contouring in a single surgical session, reducing overall recovery time. It addresses multiple areas of concern simultaneously, providing a more cohesive and balanced outcome. The makeover can significantly improve physical appearance by tightening loose skin, enhancing breast shape and volume, and flattening the abdomen. Additionally, the procedures can boost self-esteem and confidence, helping women feel more comfortable and satisfied with their post-pregnancy bodies. The transformation often results in a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance.
How a Mommy Makeover Is Done
A Mommy Makeover typically begins with a consultation to discuss the patient’s goals and medical history. During surgery, the patient is placed under general anesthesia. The surgeon performs the breast lift by removing excess skin and repositioning the nipple. Breast augmentation is done by inserting implants or performing a fat transfer to increase volume. The tummy tuck involves making an incision along the lower abdomen, removing excess skin, and tightening the abdominal muscles.
Who a Mommy Makeover Is For
A Mommy Makeover is ideal for women who have experienced body changes due to pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding and wish to restore their pre-pregnancy appearance. Candidates are typically in good overall health, at a stable weight, and have realistic expectations about the outcomes. This operation is suitable for women who have completed their family planning, as future pregnancies can affect the results. Women seeking to address issues such as sagging breasts, excess abdominal skin, and loss of breast volume can benefit from this comprehensive surgical approach.
Surgical Process
The Mommy Makeover treatment process begins with an in-depth consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. During this consultation, the surgeon evaluates the patient’s health, discusses aesthetic goals, and develops a personalized surgical plan. Pre-operative instructions are provided, including guidelines on medications, diet, and smoking cessation. On the day of surgery, the patient undergoes general anesthesia. The procedures, which can include a breast lift, tummy tuck, and breast augmentation, are performed in succession, usually taking several hours. After surgery, the patient is monitored in a recovery area before being sent home with detailed post-operative care instructions.
Q: Are there risks?
A: As with any surgery, there are risks including infection, bleeding, and complications from anesthesia.
Q: Who is a good candidate?
A: Good candidates are healthy women who have finished having children and want to address post-pregnancy body changes.
