A Tummy Tuck or a Breast Augmentation first?

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?

3 answers to “A Tummy Tuck or a Breast...”

A: Mommy Make-Over

Tom J. Pousti, MD

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... more

A: Mommy Makeover Preferences of Order

John Whitt, MD

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.

A: Mommy makeovers are very common

Andrew Turk, M.D.

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... more

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