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Is It Safe to Have a TT and Breast Implants at the Same Time?

Is it safe to have a tummy tuck, breast lift w/ augmentation during the same surgery day? I am 37 with no health complications, only 2 surgeries to date (a C-section and Sleeve Gastrictomy). I do not suffer from heart disease or high blood pressure. I don't smoke or drink. Thank You

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10 Doctor Answers | Asked by LaBelle509 in Fort Myers, FL

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Combining surgeries

Yes, it is often safe to combine these two surgeries. A visit to a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon will help determine if it is indeed the right choice for you. Good luck!

Mennen T. Gallas, MD

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Houston Plastic Surgeon

Combined Breast and Tummy Surgery

It is certainly possible, safe, and convenient to have a breast lift/augmentation and tummy tuck together. This will save you a second trip to the operating room and a second recovery period out of your regular schedule. However, you will also experience more pain/discomfort over 2 different body regions than if only the belly or the breasts were operated on. With a longer operation, there is also a theoretical increase in risk for certain complications such as blood clots... more

Mommy Makeover is Safe

It is done together commonly. While any procedure can have complications, generally this is considered safe to do together!

Breast surgery and a tummy tuck may be done safely in one operation - the mommy makeover.

You are basically describing the mommy makeover, which is one of the most common procedures I do. We tend to perform the breast lift/implants, then liposuction, then the tummy tuck. The surgery is typically about 4 hours long. Some surgeons prefer to do this in stages. However, this means a second operation, which basically doubles the risk of a number of complications, is more expensive, and required more time to recover. An experienced... more

Combination Procedure Breast Aug and Tummy Tuck

Performing a breast lift with augmenation at the same time as a tummy tuck is safe and many times one recovery is more convenient and a bit easier for patients. Given your stated health history, this is a safe combined procedure for a board certified plastic surgeon to perform in an accredited facility. Good luck on your mommy makeover!

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If you’re going to a certified PS and he feels comfortable doing both procedures together there should not be a problem. If the procedure is being done in a safe environment you should be in great hands. Make sure you do your research before doing it. Good luck

Combination surgical procedures are possible

Breast cosmetic procedures, including an augmentation with implants, and a tummy tuck are frequently performed in combination. Whether they should be performed together depends on many factors including: a patient's prior medical history, general health, individual anatomy, the extent of the procedure, and anticipated time under anesthesia. The main concern should always be safety. The best way to determine if this is a realistic and sensible option is to have a... more

Mommy Makeover surgery can be safe.

It is very common to combine breast and body contouring procedures together into one single operation. I commonly perform what has been termed a "mommy makeover", combining breast surgery (lift or implants), with tummy tuck, and liposuction. Assuming you are healthy and your surgeon is qualified, this can be a safe and rewarding procedure for you. No two mommy makeovers are exactly the same, as they are customized for your particular body and needs. see video

Safely combining a Tummy Tuck and Breast Enhancement

Hi there- In carefully selected patients, these procedures are often combined with high degrees of safety and patient satisfaction. There are many variables which should be considered in determining the safety and advisability of combining these procedures in any individual patient. Generally speaking, if you are in good health and your chosen surgeon can do an excellent job, in an accredited facility, with high quality anesthesia care, in less than about 6 hours of surgery... more

In the right hands the combination of procedures is very safe

Hello, Thank you for your question. In the past it was hotly debated whether combining breast surgery and a tummy tuck was safe. I do not think this is as much a debate today as most plastic surgeons will be ok with combining a tummy tuck and a breast augmentation and lift. Of course, it would be ideal to consult with plastic surgeons who prefer to do so and can show you results of doing so safely and effectively. All the best, Dr Remus Repta more

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bucketlist 26 Nov 2012

I had TT and BA with lift at the same time. 13.5 hours - no complications. Stayed over night in the hospital and am now 2 weeks post op and back to work full time.

LaBelle509 26 Nov 2012

2 weeks?! that will be great!! are able to walk straight now? Does it bother ypu to sit? How is the pain?

bucketlist 27 Nov 2012

I do not have any pain anywhere. I have some discomfort because of the drains. Hoping they will come out tonight. I stand perfectly up right with no problems. Everything is settleing in beautifully and I am extremely happy. Cannot wait for the stictches to go away. Also, I am still required to do sits baths because I cannot shower as long as I have these drains. All is great though. So many people have complications like necrosis or Seroma. My PS is very cautious (the reason I still have drains, lol) and I appreciate him. Good luck to you.

LaBelle509 27 Nov 2012

thank you so much for your answers!! I hope things keep progressing well for you

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