How Extensive Would a 'Mommy Makeover' Be for Me? (photo)

I'm 24, 5'7, 130 lbs with 1 child. I have stretched belly skin and a small umbilical hernia from pregnancy. My breasts were small and a bit tuberous. Now they're asymmetrical and saggy. The left is fuller than the right and the right areola is larger. I had wanted to get a lift but I don't think I will have enough breast tissue (I am still losing weight and toning). I don't want big breasts, just pretty, matching, cute ones. And can I do a mini tuck or with the hernia is a full one recommended?

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The Mommy Makeover

Thank you for the pictures and the question. Although a picture is never as good as an in-person exam I would recommend a mastopexy (breast lift) with implants to address the ptosis (sagging) and the asymmetry. While a lift will remedy the ptosis, the implant will address will provide fullness at the upper pole (area) of the breast as well as give the breasts more projection. From the picture provided it is difficult to ascertain whether a full or mini abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is... more

Mommy Makeover Recommendations

Based on your photos, I would recommend a breast lift with small to moderate sized implants. You probably need a full tummy tuck for the best result but you are bent at the waist, so I can't tell how loose your upper tummy is. Go get some consultations. Good luck.

Extent of mommy makeover

Depending on what your desired look is, you will most likely need small implants along with breast lift. Look at pre and postop photos; show your plastic surgeon your desired look. Also, try on implant sizers to see what size breast you want to have. In regards to tummy tuck, you will have a better contour/result from full tummy tuck. A full tummy tuck addresses excess skin and fat as well as stretched out muscle in both the upper and lower abdomen. Hernia... more

How extensive of a Mommy Makeover do I need??

Thank you for sharing your photos. In regards to your weight loss, I would recommend reaching your realistic goal weight prior to surgery. I think a small implant combined with a circumareolar or circumvertical breast lift can provide excellent correction of your breast and nipple asymmetry with restoration of volume and shape. In regards to your abdomen, it is hard for me to tell from the photos whether you would benefit more from a full or mini tummy tuck... more

As long as you are healthy, a mommy maker including small breast lift, implants and limited tummy tuck shouldn't be that extens

Thank you for your question and the photos. As long as you are healthy, a mommy maker including small breast lift, implants and limited tummy tuck with muscle repair shouldn't be too extensive of a recovery for you. This can be done at the same time with one recovery and it is likely that you would love the results. To be sure, see two or more board-certified plastic surgeons in your area for a full and complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and... more

Mommy makeover question

From the photos you submitted, it appears that you would be best served with a breast lift along with augmentation to create the look you desire, as the breasts are ptotic (droopy) and lack volume. as far as the abdomen, it does appear that some form of abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) will be beneficial, however it is difficult to determine whether or not a mini tummy tuck will be sufficient or a full tummy tuck will be needed. Of course, further discussion and consultation with a... more

#MommyMakeover Surgery

From your photos, it does appear that you have a good assessment of your needs. However, it is likely that you will need a combination of several things to complete your "mommy makeover." It looks like you would benefit from a lollipop breast lift, with a small implant to give you the "perky" look you are going for. Also, it is difficult to fully appreciate your abdominal skin excess, but you would likely benefit from a tummy tuck at the same time. The hernia is something that needs to be... more

Mommy Makeover

Most surgeons refer to a "mommy makeover" as a series of cosmetic surgery procedures intended to restore a woman’s figure after pregnancy. I perform these procedures as part of a “mommy makeover” for patients who want an improved figure after having children. Pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding can take a serious toll on a woman’s body, and many moms find that no amount of diet and exercise can restore their pre-baby figures. Procedures commonly performed during mommy... more