I am having trouble locating a dr that will give me a MMO due to my BMI. I am short and the majority of my weight is in my tummy area. I've struggled with weight loss for years and ant seem to get down even close to what they want for surgery. My issue is that I am perfectly healthy according to my doctors and I am happy with my body. Aside from my muscles being ruined in my stomach after pregnancy and the apron I now have. I don't mind my weight. Am I doomed here?
Answer: Mommy Makeover It depends on your health and your BMI. If you are considered “obese” you may need to lose some weight before proceeding. There are so many options available to assist patients with weight loss to get them to an operable BMI. Reach out to my office to book a consultation and we can go over options. Smith Plastic Surgery 702-838-2455
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Answer: Mommy Makeover It depends on your health and your BMI. If you are considered “obese” you may need to lose some weight before proceeding. There are so many options available to assist patients with weight loss to get them to an operable BMI. Reach out to my office to book a consultation and we can go over options. Smith Plastic Surgery 702-838-2455
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September 7, 2022
Answer: Mommy Makeover BMI Thanks for your question. There is a Body Mass Index (BMI) requirement that patients must meet for the mommy makeover surgery. At my practice, the mommy makeover max BMI is 33. This is based on your height and weight. Since you say are over the BMI limit, I would recommend consulting with your primary care physician on a proper diet for you to bring down your BMI in order to be able to undergo the procedure. Please always consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Take Care, Moises Salama MD, board certified plastic surgeon
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September 7, 2022
Answer: Mommy Makeover BMI Thanks for your question. There is a Body Mass Index (BMI) requirement that patients must meet for the mommy makeover surgery. At my practice, the mommy makeover max BMI is 33. This is based on your height and weight. Since you say are over the BMI limit, I would recommend consulting with your primary care physician on a proper diet for you to bring down your BMI in order to be able to undergo the procedure. Please always consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Take Care, Moises Salama MD, board certified plastic surgeon
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June 29, 2022
Answer: BMI for surgery. There are 2 types of fat, subcutaneous and visceral fat. Visceral fat is the belly fat and the one that can increase the risk of having chronic conditions as well the one that can increase the risk on surgery. It is recommended to have a 30BMI or under to get a plastic procedure done so the aesthetic result is better and done on a safer way. If the BMI is the main factor that is not letting you get the surgery there are different options ( diet plan, excrescences, bariatric consultation) so you can reach the weight goal, get the surgery with lesser risks and the final result you are looking for. Good luck!
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June 29, 2022
Answer: BMI for surgery. There are 2 types of fat, subcutaneous and visceral fat. Visceral fat is the belly fat and the one that can increase the risk of having chronic conditions as well the one that can increase the risk on surgery. It is recommended to have a 30BMI or under to get a plastic procedure done so the aesthetic result is better and done on a safer way. If the BMI is the main factor that is not letting you get the surgery there are different options ( diet plan, excrescences, bariatric consultation) so you can reach the weight goal, get the surgery with lesser risks and the final result you are looking for. Good luck!
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March 9, 2022
Answer: BMI and surgery There are many factors that determine if someone is a candidate for surgery, with BMI being only one of them. For elective plastic surgery it is recommended a person has a BMI of 30 or under. Those above this threshold are at higher risk of complications such as poor wound healing, seroma, and infection. This also will give your surgeon the opportunity to maximize your results. There are times when a patient will be approved for surgery at a BMI above 30, but this is determined at a consultation when the surgeon can review each patient's medical history and surgical goals.
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March 9, 2022
Answer: BMI and surgery There are many factors that determine if someone is a candidate for surgery, with BMI being only one of them. For elective plastic surgery it is recommended a person has a BMI of 30 or under. Those above this threshold are at higher risk of complications such as poor wound healing, seroma, and infection. This also will give your surgeon the opportunity to maximize your results. There are times when a patient will be approved for surgery at a BMI above 30, but this is determined at a consultation when the surgeon can review each patient's medical history and surgical goals.
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March 7, 2022
Answer: More information needed Unfortunately, you have not told us your height and weight so we do not know what your BMI is. Also, a mommy makeover has a variety of components to it. Some can be done with a higher BMI and some cannot. One thing that can be done is liposuction. Liposuction can safely remove 10 lbs during one session and the sessions can be repeated if necessary. More information is needed to give a more accurate answer.
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March 7, 2022
Answer: More information needed Unfortunately, you have not told us your height and weight so we do not know what your BMI is. Also, a mommy makeover has a variety of components to it. Some can be done with a higher BMI and some cannot. One thing that can be done is liposuction. Liposuction can safely remove 10 lbs during one session and the sessions can be repeated if necessary. More information is needed to give a more accurate answer.
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