The Mommy Makeover is a customized combination of surgeries, which may include a Tummy Tuck, Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Liposuction, and Vaginal Rejuvenation, based on the patient’s preferences.
The Mommy Makeover procedure encompasses a combination of various surgical interventions, each customized to align with the individual preferences of the patient. This comprehensive makeover may include any combination of the following procedures: Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck), Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift, Liposuction, and Vaginal Rejuvenation Surgery.
In conclusion, you may be contemplating your suitability as a candidate for a mommy makeover. Generally, it is essential to be in good overall health and to refrain from smoking. Additionally, it is crucial that you do not have any medical conditions that could hinder the healing process. Furthermore, it is important to possess realistic expectations, a topic that we will thoroughly discuss during your consultation.
A mommy makeover represents a fully customized treatment plan that allows individuals to combine various cosmetic procedures to achieve their desired aesthetic outcomes.
Among the most commonly sought treatments included in mommy makeovers are breast augmentation, tummy tucks, liposuction and vaginal rejuvenation.
This tailored approach ensures that the treatment is aligned with the specific goals of the individual, whether one seeks enhanced breast volume, a more contoured physique, rejuvenated skin, labiaplasty or a combination of these improvements.
One of the significant advantages of opting for a mommy makeover is the consolidation of the recovery process. In the case of undergoing separate procedures, the recovery would need to be managed individually for each procedure, prolonging the total recovery time. By electing to undergo all desired procedures simultaneously, the recovery period is significantly condensed, facilitating a more expedited healing process and a quicker return to one’s regular daily activities.
Lastly, a compelling reason to consider a mommy makeover is the substantial enhancement it can provide to one’s confidence and self-esteem.
-Restoration of pre-pregnancy body shape and weight fluctuations.
– Combines multiple procedures to restore original contours, including skin tightening and breast lifting.
– Improves self-esteem by restoring body to its pre-pregnancy state.
– Allows for multiple concerns to be addressed in one or two surgical sessions.
-Possibility of complications such as infection, hemorrhage, and anesthesia reactions.
– Increased risk associated with combining multiple surgical procedures.
– Generally constitutes a significant financial investment, varying based on specific procedures.
– Recovery can last several weeks or months, depending on the procedures performed.
CONSULTATION
During your consultation for a mommy makeover, please be prepared to discuss the following topics:
– Your surgical objectives
– Any medical conditions, drug allergies, and ongoing medical treatments
– Current medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, and use of alcohol, tobacco, and recreational drugs
– Previous surgical procedures
Your plastic surgeon will also:
– Assess your overall health status, along with any pre-existing health conditions or risk factors
– Conduct a physical examination of your breasts, abdomen, genitalia, and/or buttocks, taking measurements of their size, shape, skin quality, and skin thickness
– Capture photographs for medical records
– Discuss available options and recommend an appropriate course of treatment
– Address potential outcomes of the mommy makeover surgery, including associated risks and possible complications
It is imperative to engage in an open dialogue with your plastic surgeon and pose any questions you may have. Understanding all facets of your mommy makeover is crucial. To assist you, we have prepared a checklist of questions that you may bring to your consultation.
DAY OF SURGERY
You are required to refrain from consuming any food or beverages after midnight on the day preceding your surgery. Upon your arrival for the procedure, we will conduct the following preparatory steps:
1. Marking the incision guidelines on your skin.
2. Administering an intravenous (IV) line to provide fluids, general anesthesia, and pain management medication.
3. Applying noninvasive monitoring devices to assess your heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation levels.
Subsequently, your plastic surgeon will perform one or more of the following procedures:
– Tummy Tuck: The surgeon will create an incision in the abdominal region and utilize an instrument to elevate the skin and underlying fat. The abdominal muscles will then be sutured closer together to enhance the flatness and firmness of the abdomen. A mini tummy tuck may be performed, specifically targeting the area beneath the belly button, or a full tummy tuck, which addresses the entire abdominal area.
-Breast Augmentation: An incision will be made along the breast crease or around the areola (the darker tissue surrounding the nipple). The surgeon will then form a pocket to position breast implants beneath the breast tissue.
-Breast Lift: The surgeon will make one or more incisions on the breasts, subsequently removing excess skin, reshaping the breast tissue, and repositioning the nipples and areolae.
-Breast Reduction: The surgeon will create one or more incisions on the breasts, followed by the removal of excess skin, fat, and other tissues. The procedure may also involve repositioning the nipples and areolae, as well as removing tissue from adjacent areas, such as the sides or near the armpits, to achieve a proportionate breast size.
– Liposuction: The surgeon will make several small incisions in the targeted areas. A small, hollow tube (cannula) will be inserted through these incisions to dislodge and suction fat from the body.
Duration of the Mommy Makeover
The duration of your surgery will vary based on the specific procedures included in your mommy makeover:
-Tummy Tuck: 1.5 to 2 hours for a mini tummy tuck or 2 to 3 hours for a full tummy tuck.
-Breast Augmentation: 1 to 2 hours.
-Breast Lift: 1 to 3 hours.
-Breast Reduction: 3 to 4 hours.
-Liposuction: 30 minutes or more, depending on the areas being treated.
If your mommy makeover is anticipated to exceed six hours in duration, it may be recommend dividing the mommy makeover surgery into two separate surgical sessions, which can be scheduled approximately three months apart.
Patients who achieve the most favorable outcomes are those who engage in thorough planning. Generally, a tummy tuck necessitates a recovery period of approximately two weeks.
However, it is important to note that normal bending and lifting activities may be restricted for about three to four weeks post-procedure. Therefore, it is advisable to prepare meals in advance and freeze them, consider ordering takeout, or, preferably, enlist the assistance of someone to prepare meals for you. Additionally, if you have young children, it is prudent to arrange for childcare support during this recovery phase.
To optimize the results of the surgical procedure, it is essential to allow your body the requisite time and energy to heal appropriately.
For most patients, at 3 months the results are great, but it takes a full year to see the final mommy makeover results.
The mortality rate associated with mommy makeover procedures is exceptionally low. While it is important to acknowledge that all surgical interventions carry inherent risks, the likelihood of death or significant complications becomes exceedingly rare when patients select a highly trained and experienced board-certified plastic surgeon for their mommy makeover and are deemed appropriate candidates for the surgery.
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the average cost of a Mommy Makeover is estimated to range from $9,000 to $20,000.
