Mommy makeover - Will this improve my figure and get rid of scar? Should I add implants? (photo)

Thanks for your question. From your pictures, you seem to be a good candidate for a mommy makeover. I recommend scheduling a consult for a proper evaluation to discuss what your goals are to determine what breast enhancement procedures would be appropriate for you. Please always consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Take care, Dr. Moises Salama, board certified plastic surgeon.

Hi MissMaddy. From your photos, you look to be a great candidate for a mommy makeover! The abdominoplasty portion will remove the excess tissue and midline scar from your abdomen and create slim and contoured midsection. I typically perform flank liposuction as well as a generous amount of contouring to the front of the abdomen that results in a nicely contoured torso. Not all surgeons to this amount of contouring and liposuction the upper abdominal rib fat at the same time as your tummy tuck, so be sure to have these detailed discussions with your surgeon. I also perform the muscle plication (repair) in multiple areas to ensure a tight abdomen deeper on the muscle layer.

As far as your breasts, if you are happy with the overall volume of your breasts (ie, liking the size of your breasts in a supportive bra), then a breast lift would be sufficient to lift your breasts to a higher, more aesthetic position. For patients who are happy with the volume, I perform an auto-augmentation, conserving all of the natural breast tissue, while reshaping the breast and raising the nipples. I also highly suggest using a absorbable mesh, that creates an “internal support bra” and absorbs after about 18 months, leaving a collagen support behind and maintains the results over time. If you desire a larger breast volume, then you might want to also undergo an augmentation with implants along with the lift.

Submental (chin) lipo can also safely be added to this procedure and can drastically change the neckline by slimming the area. Candidacy is best determined by an exam since you don't want to remove fat but leave behind excess loose skin.

I highly encourage you to seek out a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in surgery of the breast and body to see if you are a good candidate for these procedures. Best of luck!