Does expertise in mommy makeover translate to body lift after massive weight loss?

Dear Persistent while mommy makeovers and post-weight-loss body lifts share some similarities, they address different challenges. Mommy makeovers often focus on restoring the abdomen and breasts after pregnancy, while post-weight-loss procedures handle more extensive loose skin across multiple areas like the thighs, arms, and back. Skin after massive weight loss is typically thinner and more delicate, so these surgeries require specialized techniques.

A surgeon skilled in mommy makeovers might have some of the expertise you’re looking for, but it’s a good idea to find someone who regularly performs post-weight-loss procedures. Look for a surgeon who can show you before-and-after photos of patients with similar concerns—that’s a great way to see their experience and results. You deserve someone who truly understands your unique journey and can help you achieve the best outcome.

Fantastic question! Congratulations on your weight loss! There are definitely some nuances to aesthetic skin removal surgery versus a traditional mommy makeover which only removes a small to moderate amount of excess skin. It is ideal so seek out a board certified plastic surgery that has specific training in post weight loss skin removal. I specifically trained with an expert in the field while in my plastic surgery residency, and have continued to progress in the procedure, performing skin removal regularly in my 11 years of professional practice. It sounds like you’re doing your due diligence to be an informed consumer and I highly recommend having a few consultations before choosing your surgeon. Best of luck in your aesthetic journey!

Hello. Thank you for your question regarding "does expertise in mommy makeover translate to body lift after massive weight loss?" The short answer is "no". Plastic surgery expertise in one type of patient does not translate into expertise in another type of patient. Skills sets are different. Additionally, weight loss patient are different. Weight loss patient skin, muscle, and fat are different from women who have had a child. Typically, massive weight loss skin and rectus have been stretched much more and for longer than post-pregnancy skin and muscle. Therefore, compared to post-pregnancy patients, massive weight loss patients require more skin to be removed and the rectus muscle to be tightened more. Both the skin and rectus muscle have to reduced and tightened more than pregnancy patients. Also, compared to post-pregnancy patients, massive weight loss patients who have undergone stomach altering surgeries have different metabolic needs. Most weight loss patient are anemic or have low hemoglobin levels. They may also have B12 deficiencies. These conditions can lead to poor wound healing. Plastic surgeons who specialize in massive weight loss recognize these conditions and are ready to treat. Plastic surgeons who specialize in mommy makeover may not recognize these conditions or know how to deal with poor healing and wounds. In regards to plastic surgeons who specialize in weigh loss, there are plastic surgeons who specialize in massive weight loss Please just dig deeper in you Google search: )). I hope that I have answered your questions about "does expertise in mommy makeover translate to body lift after massive weight loss?" Good luck. Sincerely, Dr. J. Timothy Katzen, M.D.