What is a Mommy Makeover?

overheard a woman say she was thinking about a "Mommy Make over". what is this? does it require lots of surgery? i had been considering a tummy tuck but maybe i should look into this instead??

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Mommy Makeover is a Tummy Tuck and Breast Augmentation and or Lift

Mommy Makeover typically involves a Tummy Tuck and a Breast Augmentation and or a Breast Lift. After pregnacy, especially multiple pregnancies or unusually large births or twins, women find that it is very difficult to return their body to their pre pregnancy shape. In spite of dieting and very serious exercise, they find that loose skin of the abdomen will not tighten and the breast are smaller and have lost shape. A combination of a Tummy Tuck and Breast augmentation and or Breast... more

What is a mommy makeover?

The term mommy makeover has been used to describe the common surgical procedures used to improve the changes that women see with their bodies after pregnancy. Most people consider the mommy makeover to include a tummy tuck procedure along with some type of breast procedure (breast augmentation, breast lift, or both).

Mommy Makeover

A mommy makeover is a lay term for plastic surgery that improves the areas most affected by having babies.....the tummy and breasts. A mommy makeover combines abdominal improvement with breast enhancement surgery. The abdomen is improved by either liposuction or tummy tuck. The breast is improved by performing a breast augmentation, lift or reduction. The operations are customized to the patients exact needs. Combining these operations in one procedure makes recovery easier... more

What is a Mommy Makeover

In most cases, Mommy Makeover involves a tummy tuck and breast lift with or without breast implants. I also add in some liposuction at the same time to achieve the best results. However, each procedure is tailored to the individual patient.

Mommy Makeover is many things

Thanks for your great question. In our San Francisco area practice we frequently perform mommy makeovers. A mommy makeover can be any procedure or combination of procedures designed to correct cosmetic issues that can happen after pregnancy. The most common procedures considered as part of a mommy makeover include: Abdominoplasty After pregnancy there can be significant excess skin and separation of your rectus (six pack) muscles which can cause an unflattering abdominal contour. A tummy... more

Learn about Mommy Makeover to determine whether it is right for you

Pregnancy affects each woman differently. The following can all play a role: * Age * Genetics * Weight fluctuations * Luck We all can think of a Mom whose body bounced back quickly after pregnancy – this is often not the norm! Most women have PERMANENT CHANGES following pregnancy, including: * Stretch marks * Breast deflation, drooping * Excess abdominal skin and fat * Loss of abdominal muscle tone WHY a “Mommy Makeover”? How a... more

Mommy makeover is a combination of plastic surgery procedures

Mommy makeover is usually the combination of a breast operation and an abdominal procedure. The breast operation can be an augmentation, a lift or a combination of the two. The abdominal operation is usually a mini or a full abdominoplasty. It is an excellent procedure to deal with stretched out skin and abdominal weakness after pregnancy and breast feeding.

Treatments involved in "Mommy Makeover" vary

Hello, A "Mommy Makeover" is a series of procedures meant to rejuvenate a woman after childbearing. It can include a breast lift with or without implants, tummy tuck, liposuction and at times, thigh lifts. The term does not refer to one specific procedure. It is more of a generic category.

A mommy makeover is a catchy phrase that refers to...

A mommy makeover is a catchy phrase that refers to surgery for women who have completed having children. This really can refer to several different procedures. Think of the things that have changed after child birth: the abdomen gets loose the breasts can sag sometimes the weight doesn't come off completely that was gained during pregnancy All these things can be treated by plastic surgery. An abdominoplasty can tighten the abdomen and get rid of loose skin. Liposuction can remove fatty... more

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"Mommy makeover" is just a cute little term

In reality "mommy makeover" is just a cute little term that has found favor in discussions about surgery to improve the appearance of a woman's body after delivering children. Typically it includes procedures to address loss of volume and tone in the breasts, lax abdominal tissues, and excess fat on the torso and thighs. Beyond that, I don't think anyone can be specific about a "standard" mommy makeover, because it may mean slightly different things to different people.... more

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dwightlee 8 Oct 2012

Choosing a qualified plastic surgeon to perform your mommy makeover is important. The surgeon you choose should be a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons or a Society of Plastic Surgeons in the country of origin. Surgeries should be performed in an accredited facility. Surgeons should be trained in at least two years of plastic surgery that includes procedures not limited to reconstruction, body, and breast augmentation procedures. A cosmetic surgeon should be board-certified by medical organizations and associations in their country of origin. Look for facilities that have JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation to ensure quality of care.

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