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Is It Recommended to Have a Mommy Makeover in 3 Separate Surgeries?

asked 1 year ago by silverdale in silverdale, WA
Latest answer by Ronald V. DeMars, MD
Question viewed 639 times
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I recently had a consulation with a plastic surgeon. He recommend three different surgeries. One would be the tummy tuck, another breast lift and last breast augmentation. I understand the longer the procedure the greater the risk. But is this a routine thing? He suggested to wait 3 months between the breast procedures. He said the breast would have time to relax and have less likely to have double lumps (one being natural breast tissue the other the implant) Would this give best results?

33 answers to Is It Recommended to Have a Mommy Makeover in 3 Separate Surgeries?

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Mommy Makeover in 3 Surgeries?

Assuming you are in good health and there are no extenuating circumstances, it is "possible" and many times desirable to perform these surgeries in one setting. I frequently and safely perform "mommy makeovers" in an outpatient setting using one anesthetic. This allows mom to undergo one time off of work/child care, one anesthetic and certainly less costs. However, not all patients fit this description and not all surgeons are comfortable with this approach. Ask your... more
Douglas L. Gervais, MD

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon
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One Step Mommy Makeover

In my own practice, we routinely perform mommy makeovers on a single day. Unless there is something unusual about your medical history or you have an extreme of body weight this should not be a problem.  There are occasions where I prefer not to perform a breast lift on the same day as an implant, because I believe the healing will be superior and that the final result will be improved. We routinely do breast lifts in our office surgical suite with light oral sedation and a... more
Mark Preston, MD

Columbus Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover in 3 Stages: Get second opinion because this is NOT a Mommy Makeover.

The entire premise of a mommy makeover is that is corrects the effects of child bearing with one operation so that down time is limited and you can return to your family. A 3 stage procedure is not a mommy makeover at all! The procedures you describe can be dome in one stage by an experienced mommy makeover surgeon. Let me know if you have questions. Dr. Trussler
Andrew P. Trussler, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

www.drtrussler.com

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Mommy makeover- staging procedures vs one single procedure

If the patient is healthy, these procedures are usually performed at one setting.  The risk is quite low in published studies, and there is only one recovery time instead of three. With all combined procedures, there is a theoretical risk that exceeds the risk for the procedures performed individually, at least that is what we typically tell patients. However with experienced surgeons performing the procedures expediently in accredited surgical centers, I believe this risk... more
Brent Moelleken, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
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3 separate surgeries for mommy makeover is ridiculous!

Not only will this result in three operations, three times the (minimal) risks, and three time the recovery, it will cost you LOTS more. I hope that greed is not the motivation of your surgeon, but let's assume it's not. Why would a surgeon with proper training, board-certification (American Board of Plastic Surgery), experience, and skill recommend three separate operations when one can be safely performed with one set of risks and one time off work for recovery? Depending on... more
Richard H. Tholen, MD, FACS

Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

www.mpsmn.com

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How Many Procedures In A Mommy Makeover

As much as possible and within the bounds of safety it is preferable to complete the mommy makeover at one time so the mommy can get back to taking care of her job and family. But safety is the key issue. Some surgeons work more quickly than others and time under anesthesia is of some concern. Another issue is breast implants at the same time as a lift. My personal preference if we are doing a major anchor style lift is to do the implants 3 months later for reasons of circulatory problems in... more
Ronald V. DeMars, MD

Portland Plastic Surgeon

www.drdemarsmd.com

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Mommy Makeover in Stages

Thank you for your question. Different surgeon's have different preferences. Personally, I think 3 operations are not necessary. In my practice, I would generally suggest a single or 2 stage approach depending on the patient's specific situation. It never hurts to get additional information / opinions. Please make sure you are working with a well experienced, board certified plastic surgeon. Best Wishes!
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

www.poustiplasticsurgery.com

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Mommy makeover is best done in one stage.

Hi. If you haven't already had your surgery, go elsewhere. This is not sophisticated. 1) It is much better for the result to do the breast lift and the breast augmentation together. 2) If you are healthy, there is no reason why the breast surgery (both) and the tummy tuck should not be done together.
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Safe method for Mommy Makeover

I whole heartily agree with you surgeon. He is being conservative and cares for you safety. To perform three big operations under one sitting increases the risk of anesthesia and surgery related complications, such as: infections, pulmonary complications, blood clots. Blood clots are the most dread of all complications, by forming in your legs or pelvis they can travel to your lungs and be life threatening. This is especially true if you are a larger size person in... more
Ivan Thomas, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover in 3 Separate Surgeries?

Dear Silverdale in Silverdale, To accurately  answer your question a plastic surgeon would need to examine you, go over your health history, and understand your goals.  This would help assure what the safest options for you. As far as ' what is possible' in general terms regarding this combination of procedures the range of options is to combine all three of the procedures, to do them all separately, etc. I typically... more
S.Pasquale Maggi, MD

Austin Plastic Surgeon
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Mommie makeover in one stage?

Some breasts need to be staged but the breast lift should be done first usually and then the augmentation.   The tummy tuck can be combined with either depending on your social schedule to recover.  I usually suggest the TT with the lift because the lift has minimal discomfort and the TT requires recovery (as does the augmentation).  Your choice.
Ricardo A. Meade, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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There is no reason to have three separate surgeries for mommy makeover

There is no reason to have three separate surgeries for mommy makeover. Breast lifts or reductions, abdominoplasties and liposuctions can all be performed at the same procedure safely. This would limit your anesthesia, surgery and recovery periods to one rather than three. It will also be less expansive.
George Weston, MD

Reston Plastic Surgeon

www.austin-weston.com

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Combination procedures

It is certainly possible to combine these procedures together,. I see no reason if you ar ehealthy not to do the two breast surgeries as one and combine it with the other procedure.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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How many surgeries to do my mommy makeover?

Mommies don't get much time off.  In general, it is good to group surgeries so you can have one anesthetic and one recovery period, as long as it is safe.  The procedure you discussed is one I just did as one surgery- breast lift with implant and tummy tuck- and she did great.  But a blanket statement "do one surgery for the mommy makeover" is not accurate as well.  Do you have medical problems? Anemia? Diabetes? Smoker? (in which case I wouldn't do... more
Lauren Greenberg, MD

Palo Alto Plastic Surgeon
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One surgery better than 3 for mommy makeover

There are different schools of though on this, but for a healthy patient I see no reason whay the 3 procedures shouldn't be done together. The benefits are obvious: lower cost and one recovery time. It would typically take no longer than 5 hours of surgery to do this, which is reasonable. The main disadvantage is that when a breast lift and implants are done together, there are a lot of things that have to heal harmoniously for a good long-term result, and so revisions are not... more
Richard Baxter, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon

baxterplasticsurgery.com

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Staging a Mommy Makeover

3 separate stages for a mommy makeover seems highly unusual.    Even with a complicated medical history, it would be unusual to recommend three separate anesthetics and recovery periods over one.   I can understand staging the breast if you have significant asymmetry or sagging of the breast.   It is difficult to predict why without seeing your pictures or evaluating you in person.  Prior to proceeding with cosmetic surgery procedure, I always recommend... more
Paul S. Gill, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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I agree

I agree with your dr to have them on thre separate procedures . less anaesthesia risk and better recovery for you . i think its too hard to have all done at ones even though some might do augmentation and lift at the same time 
Nawarah Alarfaj, MD

Saudi Arabia Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy makeover procedures

mommy makeover procedures are various surgeries designed to reverse the effects of a pregnancy:  belly stretching, stretch marks, abdominal muscle separation, residual fatty deposits, sagging breast, and any other change that happened during pregnancy. These issues can be corrected all at once or can be broken down into stages, depending on your individual condition, and depending on your surgeon's set up. Sincerely, Martin Jugenburg, MD
Martin Jugenburg, MD

Toronto Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy makeover

This will depend mostly on your state of health.  All three can be performed in one time; however, health issues can make it safer to under them in separate procedures.  It will be a joint decision between you and your surgeon.
Shahin Javaheri, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover

 A Mommy Makeover can be completed in 1, 2 or 3 stages depending on what needs to be done and how long it will take.  If you are young and healthy, the 3 procedures you mentioned can probably be completed in 1 stage.  Generally, the combination of these surgeries would take from 6-61/2 hours depending on what needs to be done. You should be aware if you have a combination augmentation/mastopexy that there is a 25% revision rate within several years.  Usually it would be... more
Todd B. Koch, MD

Buffalo Plastic Surgeon
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Multiple procedures- multiple stages?

The term "Mommy Makeover" generally refers to one surgical event that encompasses several different procedures done at one time to rejuvenate the woman's body after having children. The surgery usually takes 4-6 hours depending on exactly  what is done and is performed under general anesthesia in an accredited facility. I generally keep my patients in the hospital overnight when I perform these procedures together. It is certainly possible to perform them all together in... more
Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.drvitenas.com

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Mommy does not have time for 3 surgeries & recoveries

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. It is very common for me to... more
C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

www.basuplasticsurgery.com

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Staging mommy makeover surgery

A mommy makeover generally involves abdominal and breast rejuvenation surgery to restore the post-pregnancy body.  This can be done as one procedure vs staged based on patient and surgeon preferences.  There are advantages for each. Single procedure One anesthetic One recovery period One facility fee Easier scheduling Staged procedure Shorter operating times = lower risk of blood clots, pulmonary complications, or... more
York Jay Yates, MD

Salt Lake City Plastic Surgeon

www.yorkyates.com

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Staging cosmetic procedures may be beneficial to you

It's difficult to tell you exactly whether or not you should stage your procedures or how they should be staged without actually seeing you first.  When a large implant is desired and a major lift needs to be done, separating these two procedures is very helpful for optimal healing.  However, I frequently combine breast augmentations with tummy tucks and breast lifts with tummy tucks.  A picture may even be helpful to give you a general idea of how to stage things. more
Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover At 3 Different Stages

Mommy Makeovers are routinely performed at a single stage.  The operation in total should not be more than 6 hours, and it is very safe to perform all 3 at the same time provided they are done in an accredited facility staffed by Board-Certified Anesthesiologists, and by a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon.  As far as outcome goes, there is definitely more predictability in separating the breast augmentation and breast lift into two stages.  However, it still is routinely done... more
Gary D. Breslow, MD

Paramus Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeovers: one procedure or multiple procedures

In general, if you're healthy and your anatomy is reasonable to allow a combined procedure, these procedures can be done at one sitting.  Less cost, one recovery time, and in the overwhelming majority of cases you should expect a very nice result with little risk.  
Shahram Salemy, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover Does Not Have to Be Done in Stages

In general, you can get a Mommy Makeover in 1 operation.  Your surgeon may need an assistant in the operating room to increase efficiency for the procedure.  However, you may have other factors that you did not discuss, such as medical illnesses, that woudl warrant 3 separate operations.  Also, you may need more surgery than the average patient, which implies a slightly longer operating time.  Finally, the plastic surgeon you had a consultation with may simply be... more
Roy Kim, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Make-Over - Must it be Done in Stages?

Regarding: "Is It Recommended to Have a Mommy Makeover in 3 Separate Surgeries? I recently had a consulation with a plastic surgeon. He recommend three different surgeries. One would be the tummy tuck, another breast lift and last breast augmentation. I understand the longer the procedure the greater the risk. But is this a routine thing? He suggested to wait 3 months between the breast procedures. He said the breast would have time to relax and have less likely to have double lumps... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy makeovers is often a single stage procedure

The concept of the 'Mommy Makeover' is usually based on breast and abdominal changes. This involves some form of a tummy tuck and breast reshaping. Most commonly, there are done together no matter what variations of the operations are needed.  The time required to do all of them is not excessive for most patients who are healthy. The only compelling reason to separate the breast and abdominal procedures would be for an immediate cost issue where one may not... more
Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD

Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon
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Is It Recommended to Have a Mommy Makeover in 3 Separate Surgeries?

As for terms, yes " MOMMY MAKE OVER" describes the 3 operations being done in one sitting. In some cases I would try to accomplish at least 2 of the 3 and do the third in 3 months if there is a safety issue. Get other opinions. Regards Dr. Darryl j. Blinski
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy Makeover can be done in one surgery

Mommy Makeover typically refers to surgery to restore and enhance the before-baby figure.  This usually involves at least a tummy tuck and breast augmentation with or without a lift.  The 3 procedures of tummy tuck, breast augmentation, and breast lift can be safely performed in one operation..  This saves the patient recovery time and is also more cost effective for the patient.  The ultimate result would be as good as having 2 or 3 separate procedures. more
Arnold S. Breitbart, MD

Long Island Plastic Surgeon
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Mommy makerover: how many operations

In general, this is called a mommy makeover because these 3 procedures augmentation (+/- lift) and abdominoplasty ARE performed at the SAME time. Your surgeon's decision to perform this in 3 may be based on the assumption that it is safer or more precise but this has never been shown to be true. This is clearly a matter of his opinion and advice and I would obatin second opinions. see video
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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A "Mommy Makeover" is Usually Performed in One Surgery

First, what is a Mommy Makeover? My practice is located in the suburbs south of Denver, Colorado, and our local population includes a lot of "mommies" that want to get their before-baby figure back, yet they have had permanent damage or changes to their body. A Mommy Makeover most commonly refers to a combination of both Breast Augmentation and Tummy Tuck surgeries. Breast Augmentation with silicone or saline implants can help restore lost volume and enhance the size and... more
Nick Slenkovich, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon

www.ColoradoPlasticSurgery.com

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