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Does the Mommy Makeover Utilize Smart Lipo?

asked 2 years ago by jessica_bartz_1987 in Portland, OR
Latest answer by Jeffrey Roth, MD
Question viewed 1,276 times
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So my question is- Do any of the mommy makeovers utilize this smart-lipo?

22 answers to Does the Mommy Makeover Utilize Smart Lipo?

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Smart lipo with Mommy Makeover

A Mommy Makeover is a combination of breast enhancement and body contouring procedures post child birth. If the fat deposits to be eliminated are isolated and minimal then smartlipo may be a component. However, tradtonal liposuction and/or tummy tuck are more oftten the body contouring procedures for the mommy makeover.
Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover

The Mommy Makeover is a term that has been given to the surgical procedures as a group that help restore the body to the pre-pregnancy state. This usually involves some type of breast surgery, wither a lift and/or implants and some type of tummy tuck which may include liposuction. the smart lipo is simply a type of laser liposuctioning that can be used.
John P. Stratis, MD

Harrisburg Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover and SpartLipo

The Mommy Makeover is an operation, or set of operations designed to improve the post baby body. It usually consists of a breast lift (with or without implants), to address the changes that occur in the breast. It also usually consists of a tummy tuck, (abdominoplasty). Liposuction can be used on the abdomen area or other areas to address excess fat. There are variations on the standard liposuction. Some of these include the use of a different technology,... more
Jeffrey Roth, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

www.jjrothmd.com

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Liposuction with Mommy Makeover

Thank you for your question. Liposuction is a tool that is sometimes used during the mommy makeover procedure. The exact procedures performed will depend on the patient and her goals. The most important thing is to find a surgeon that you are comfortable with and who has extensive experience with the mommy makeover procedures. Best Wishes!
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

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Smart Lipo in mommy makeover

SmartLipo is one of many different variations on liposuction.  Thus to answer your question... anyone who has a SmartLipo machine can do a mommy makeover using a smart lipo.  However, I strongly recommend that you look for a board certified plastic surgeon with a lot of experience in mommy makeovers, not one that happens to have a smartlipo machine.  Studies have shown that the many different variations on Liposuction all end up with similar final results. Sincerely... more
Martin Jugenburg, MD

Toronto Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover and SmartLipo

Most surgeons refer to a "mommy makeover" as a series of cosmetic surgery procedures intended to restore a woman’s figure after pregnancy. Procedures commonly performed during mommy makeovers include: Abominoplasty (tummy tuck)Breast Augmentation +/- Lift, or Breast Lift only without implants, liposuction.  The liposuction can involve SmartLipo, Power assisted Lipo, Ultrasonic Lipo, Regular Suction Lipo.  With respect to the different types of liposuction... more
C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.basuplasticsurgery.com

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SmatLipo to enhance the results of a Mommy Makeover

A Mommy Makeover involves the enhancement of your breasts and tummy to correct the the effects of pregnancy. Breasts may be lifted or augmented, or both. Tummy tucks, either mini or full, may be combined with liposuction to eliminate stretch marks, reduce fat pockets, and tighten skin. Tumescent liposuction or laser-assisted liposuction, such as SmartLipo may be added to improve your waistline.
Andrew Lyos, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

lyosmd.com

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Smartlipo for Mommy Makeover

In most cases, Mommy Makeover involves an abdominoplasty / tummy tuck and breast lift with or without breast implants.  Sometimes liposuction is also performed.  The liposuction can either be traditional or Smartlipo.  Good luck
David Shafer, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

www.ShaferPlasticSurgery.com

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Smart Lipo for mommy makeover

Mommy makeovers usually include a number of different procedures targeted at improving the appearance of the breasts and abdomen, and areas where fat may have accumulated as a result of pregnancy. Different types of liposuction, including Smart Lipo, may be performed.
Olivia Hutchinson, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover and Liposuction

A "Mommy Makeover" usually involves improving changes following childbirth - treating the breasts (augmentation, lift, or reduction) and the abdomen (liposuction or tummy tuck).  SmartLipo might be used, but other types of liposuction may be better.  Your surgeon will select the treatment that is best for you.
Randy J. Buckspan, MD

Austin Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy makeover with smart lipo

A mommy makeover is a combination of procedures that includes recontouring of the abdomen and breast. When performing abdominal rejuvenation the patient has many options. These can include a tummy tuck, a mini tummy tuck, or just liposuction. If the patient does not have loose muscle and does not have loose skin or excessive stretch marks, liposuction alone may help the patient meet their aesthetic goals. It is best consult with a plastic surgeon with a great deal of experience in... more
B. Pat Pazmino, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy makeover is an advertising term

A "Mommy Makeover" is whatever you are your surgeon decide it will be. There is no operation actually called a "Mommy Makeover." It may include liposuction or laser-assisted liposuction in which Smart Lipo is one brand. It frequently includes a tummy tuck and/or breast surgery. Best Regards
John P. Di Saia, MD

Orange Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy makeover and Lipo

The mommy makeover addresses the changes that happen to a woman's body as a result of childbearing: stretched skin on the abdomen, and loss of perkiness of the breasts. Sometimes hormonal changes cause redistribution of body fat, so lipo can be a part of that. The role of lasers with liposuction, such as Smart Lipo and other brand names, is still debated. Regular old lipo seems to work very well in most patients without the additional expense and risk of the laser.
Richard Baxter, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon

baxterplasticsurgery.com

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Laser Lipo may be included in Mommy Make Over in the right patient

A Mommy Make Over can be ANY combination of procedures which gives you your PRE-babies body (aka PBB) back. It can include ANY combination of: Breast Lift Breast lift WITH implants (either Saline or Silicone gel filled) Breast Reduction Liposuction of the Back / Hips Liposuction of the Love Handles Liposuction of the Tummy Liposuction of the Thighs Full Abdominoplasty OTHER cosmetic surgery USUALLY Laser Liposuction works best where there is NOT a lot of fat and the surgeon wants to... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover

SEE VIDEO BELOW BY CLICKING 'MORE": In my opinion, there are very few benefits to the use of laser liposysis when performing a mommy makeover. I have found that the laxity following pregnancy is commonly best treated with a full tummy tuck in which the redundant skin excised rather than treated with laser induced heat or energy see video
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Every "Mommy Makeovers" is customized to the individual patient

The "Mommy Makeover" is not a cookie-cutter operation - rather it is any combination of operations done to help rejuvenate a particular woman after childbearing. The first patient example shown in my video had liposuction of the flanks during her mommy makeover. Most "Mommy Makeover" procedures are a combination of breast enhancement and a tummy tuck. As most women have muscular laxity after childbearing, liposuction of the abdomen is generally not the ideal procedure... more
Michael A. Bogdan, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

www.drmichaelbogdan.com

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What's in a mommy makeover?

A "mommy makeover" is a combination of surgeries on the abdomen and breasts to restore a youthful toned figure after having children. It can consist of a tummy tuck, liposuction, breast augmentation with or without lifting. Smartlipo is just a kind of lipo - nothing magic and no proof that it is better than standard tumescent lipo.
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon

www.randcosmeticsurgery.com

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Mommy make over is a marketing term and not a medical term

 This a term used for attracting patients. There is no new procedure with mommy makeover. Tummy tuck, liposuction, augmentation and breast lift can be part of this. Laser lipo or any kind of liposuction can be part of make over.  
Kamran Khoobehi, MD

New Orleans Plastic Surgeon
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Laser lipolysis and the mommy makeover

There is nothing that unique to Smart Lipo other than the use of laser. Many other devices use laser lipolysis and we have yet to prove its advantages. In many instances, this may add more time and cost to the procedure without any proven benefits over other tradtional techniques.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Components of a Mommy Makeover

Hi there- Many surgeons use the term Mommy Makeover to describe any of a number of interventions available to women who have experienced changes in their bodies as a result of pregnancy and childbirth. These procedures might include breast enhancements, liposuction, tummy tuck, and even labiaplasty. The details of the procedures and the tools your surgeon uses to accomplish your goals will be specific to you and have a lot to do with your surgeon's preferences. My best advice to you is to... more
Armando Soto, MD

Orlando Plastic Surgeon

www.DrArmandoSoto.com

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Mommy Makeovers

A Mommy makeover is just a marketing tool referring to any surgery that improves the appearance of a "mom" after having children. Usually this refers to tummy tucks and breast surgery. Liposuction certainly can be a part of it.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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