A Tummy Tuck or a Breast Augmentation First?

asked 2 years ago by Nicole979 in Texas
Latest answer by Young R. Cho, MD, PhD
Question viewed 471 times
Tags: age 18-24, breasts, stomach, stretch marks, female

I had a consultation already with a plastic surgeon in my area this summer. I went in for a consultation about a tummy tuck and a breast augmenatation. He was very helpful and is a great surgeon. However, I am 23 years old and have 2 boys. I plan on having no more children, but my problem is that right now, I can only afford one surgery. I really want both. My stomach is full of stretch marks from the pregnancies, and my breast have them too, as well as loss of volume. Which would be recommended to do first?

6 answers to A Tummy Tuck or a Breast Augmentation First?

Tummy Tuck or Breast Augmentation - Which one first?

The mommy makeover is a very popular procedure and is usually more cost-effective as there are overall cheaper hospital, anesthesia and surgery fees. I would definitely choose the one that bothers you most, as there is no medical/surgical reason to prefer one over the other. If budget is a concern, then augmentations are usually more affordable than tummy tucks. Also consider the recovery process as the tummy tuck has a longer recovery process than the breast augmentation... more

Young R. Cho, MD, PhD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Which procedure to choose first?

A lot of moms undergo "mommy makeover' which is a combination surgery of both tummy and breasts. Combination surgery is beneficial because it allows one recovery time and overall cheaper anesthesia and OR fees. However, if you can afford only one procedure at this time, choose the area that bothers you the most. Also, consider the recovery time in your decision making. Tummy tuck has a longer recovery time (about 2-3 weeks of pain and 6 weeks till full... more

Sugene Kim, MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

Breast Augmentation and Tummy Tuck at the Same Time or Not

The combined procedures of breast augmentation and tummy tuck are sometimes considered the "Mommy Makeover", since the 'ravages' of pregnancy and nursing can make a dramatic change of appearance on both the breasts and the abdomen. There are pros and cons to doing them separately or combined. The breast procedure is probably the easier of the 2 to recuperate from, but it becomes alot more difficult when you add the TT. Consider this, when you have a breast... more

Jana K. Rasmussen, MD
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

Mommy makeovers are very common

I believe in listening to the patient as to which part of the mommy makeover is most important to her. That will help determine if her breasts or tummy is most bothersome. It is safe to perform a breast augmentation with a tummy tuck in a young healthy patient. But since only one procedure can be done, the breast augmentation is often preferred. It is less invasive and has a shorter recovery time. Being this may be your first cosmetic surgery, filling the volume with an implant is a... more

Andrew Turk, MD
Naples Plastic Surgeon

Mommy Make-Over

This decision is and should be based on your preference. Many patients do choose to do the full mommy makeover at the same time if they are a good candidate for the surgery. However, I would advice you to choose going with which ever area bothers you most. Also, consider the recovery time you will need to heal from the surgery you choose. Either way, you will be very happy with the change and improvement.

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

Mommy Makeover Preferences of Order

Only you should decide the order of the procedures. There are advantages and disadvantages of having TT and augmentation at same time. If finances prevent this, you should first undergo the procedure addressing the area of your greatest concern.

John Whitt, MD
Louisville Plastic Surgeon

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