I had a consultation already with a plastic surgeon in my area this summer. I went in for a consultation about a tummy tuck and a breast augmenatation. He was very helpful and is a great surgeon. However, I am 23 years old and have 2 boys. I plan on having no more children, but my problem is that right now, I can only afford one surgery. I really want both. My stomach is full of stretch marks from the pregnancies, and my breast have them too, as well as loss of volume. Which would be recommended to do first?
July 19, 2014
Answer: A tummy tuck or breast augmentation first? Hello! Thank you for your question! These procedures can be effectively and safely performed in one setting. The breasts and tummy tuck are commonly performed together, often referred to as the "mommy makeover". If you are healthy and your surgeon decides that a/he could perform the procedures in a safe time for you, these procedures certainly can be done in one stage. Staging the procedures to have them performed at various times will likely not have any cost benefit for you. When you combine procedures, there is often a discount that is provided by the surgeon for multiple procedures. Also, when having multiple procedures performed at the same time, you save on anesthesia and facility fees, which otherwise are paid for with each individual procedure. In addition, you may benefit by the single recovery time. It is your decision as to whether you have your procedures performed in one or multiple stages, but your surgeon will give his/her recommendations. Which to do first will be your decision as to which one you'd like to have done first or which bothers you more. I would consult with a plastic surgeon well-versed in these procedures and discuss your concerns with your surgeon and see what your options are as well as have an examination. Your safety is ultimately the most important factor and is always on the mind of your surgeon when making such decisions. Hope that this helps! Best wishes for a wonderful result!
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July 19, 2014
Answer: A tummy tuck or breast augmentation first? Hello! Thank you for your question! These procedures can be effectively and safely performed in one setting. The breasts and tummy tuck are commonly performed together, often referred to as the "mommy makeover". If you are healthy and your surgeon decides that a/he could perform the procedures in a safe time for you, these procedures certainly can be done in one stage. Staging the procedures to have them performed at various times will likely not have any cost benefit for you. When you combine procedures, there is often a discount that is provided by the surgeon for multiple procedures. Also, when having multiple procedures performed at the same time, you save on anesthesia and facility fees, which otherwise are paid for with each individual procedure. In addition, you may benefit by the single recovery time. It is your decision as to whether you have your procedures performed in one or multiple stages, but your surgeon will give his/her recommendations. Which to do first will be your decision as to which one you'd like to have done first or which bothers you more. I would consult with a plastic surgeon well-versed in these procedures and discuss your concerns with your surgeon and see what your options are as well as have an examination. Your safety is ultimately the most important factor and is always on the mind of your surgeon when making such decisions. Hope that this helps! Best wishes for a wonderful result!
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December 19, 2014
Answer: Both at the same time Both procedures can be performed at the same time, and if you have money for one, you can consider getting financing. Pay as much as you can and the rest can be financed.This would probably be more efficient as you wouldn't have to undergo two surgical experiences and the related downtime. In addition, it will probably cost less as well since you don't have to pay for some surgical costs twice (anesthesia fee, facility fee, etc.)
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December 19, 2014
Answer: Both at the same time Both procedures can be performed at the same time, and if you have money for one, you can consider getting financing. Pay as much as you can and the rest can be financed.This would probably be more efficient as you wouldn't have to undergo two surgical experiences and the related downtime. In addition, it will probably cost less as well since you don't have to pay for some surgical costs twice (anesthesia fee, facility fee, etc.)
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January 3, 2014
Answer: Tummy Tuck or Breast Augmentation first ? I would recommend that you wait until you have enough funds then do both procedures at once for a few reasons: It will be less expensive as only one anesthesia and recovery room charge, and you only have one recovery. Your breast augmentation procedure in the right hands can be safely done through your tummy tuck incision so there are no scars on the breast - this is my favorite approach over the past 25 years when both are done at the same time.
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January 3, 2014
Answer: Tummy Tuck or Breast Augmentation first ? I would recommend that you wait until you have enough funds then do both procedures at once for a few reasons: It will be less expensive as only one anesthesia and recovery room charge, and you only have one recovery. Your breast augmentation procedure in the right hands can be safely done through your tummy tuck incision so there are no scars on the breast - this is my favorite approach over the past 25 years when both are done at the same time.
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