Mommy Makeover: Q&A
Ask a QuestionIs 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 (one being natural breast tissue the other the implant) Would this give best results?
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in silverdale, WA
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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.
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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...
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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?
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Mommy Makeover is Meant To Be Accomplished in One Surgery
The mommy makeover is one of the most popular operations performed by plastic surgeons. The procedure is a combination of cosmetic breast surgery, liposuction and abdominoplasty. It has been designed to correct changes that occur normally with pregnancy.
There are multiple advantages in performing these procedures in combination. These include an improved overall result, lowered cost and a single recovery. Patients typically report increased self-esteem, self image...
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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...
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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!
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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.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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