I will like to undergo a mommy makeover. Just had a 3rd baby 4 months ago. How long should I wait to have surgery? I will also need a breast lift and breast implants. I have Excess skin and my belly button looks like it is out of place. What is the average costs and how dangerous is this procedure? What is the average healing time and will my job approve FMLA for such a procedure?
February 15, 2017
Answer: MM considerations Congrats on completing your family. Agree that your priorities should be directed to nurturing your baby, getting into the best physical condition, including loosing any baby fat and arranging childcare options for your recovery. Multiple pregnancies and fibroids have exerted a tissue expansion effect on your abdominal wall (skin, fat and muscle), diastasis recti and umbilical hernia. Regrettably, most insurance companies exclude repair of a diastasis recti as this is considered a "cosmetic" condition. By contrast, umbilical hernias are usually "covered benefits" and should be submitted for FMLA coverage, so conceivably your MM (mommy makeover) recovery period could be partially covered. Given your extreme skin laxity and probable fascial laxity, as evidenced by the protuberant umbilicus, you may require mesh reinforcement, however this is best addressed by your PS consultant. Assuming that you are healthy, this combination of procedures should be safe, however be prepared to follow all instructions. Good luck.
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February 15, 2017
Answer: MM considerations Congrats on completing your family. Agree that your priorities should be directed to nurturing your baby, getting into the best physical condition, including loosing any baby fat and arranging childcare options for your recovery. Multiple pregnancies and fibroids have exerted a tissue expansion effect on your abdominal wall (skin, fat and muscle), diastasis recti and umbilical hernia. Regrettably, most insurance companies exclude repair of a diastasis recti as this is considered a "cosmetic" condition. By contrast, umbilical hernias are usually "covered benefits" and should be submitted for FMLA coverage, so conceivably your MM (mommy makeover) recovery period could be partially covered. Given your extreme skin laxity and probable fascial laxity, as evidenced by the protuberant umbilicus, you may require mesh reinforcement, however this is best addressed by your PS consultant. Assuming that you are healthy, this combination of procedures should be safe, however be prepared to follow all instructions. Good luck.
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February 15, 2017
Answer: In person consultation needed Hello and thank you for your excellent question. You are a great candidate for a mommy makeover. Given your past medical history, however, your surgery is likely to be more involved than a typical mommy makeover. This will significantly extend your time to recovery, etc. I suggest that you meet with a surgeon face to face, for a physical exam, to discuss your goals and expectations in detail, and to make a plan that fits your needs. This decision should be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you and your surgeon. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation in person with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon. Good luck!
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February 15, 2017
Answer: In person consultation needed Hello and thank you for your excellent question. You are a great candidate for a mommy makeover. Given your past medical history, however, your surgery is likely to be more involved than a typical mommy makeover. This will significantly extend your time to recovery, etc. I suggest that you meet with a surgeon face to face, for a physical exam, to discuss your goals and expectations in detail, and to make a plan that fits your needs. This decision should be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you and your surgeon. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation in person with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon. Good luck!
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