Mommy Makeover - am I too old for this procedure at 58?

Thanks for your inquiry, in general terms health is much more important than absolute age. As we age, we do potentially develop health concerns. Timing of surgery is important and you should be within 10-15 pounds of your ideal goal weight and have an adequate pre-operative clearance.

Thank you for your question regarding whether you're too old to undergo a mommy makeover. Age is not a contraindicated to plastic surgery, poor health is. If you are young with medical problems, plastic surgery is usually not suggested. If you are older without medical problems, plastic surgery is possibly an option. Therefore, since you mentioned that you are in good health, I would suggest you consult with an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon. I have performed tummy tucks on much older patients than you very successfully. It will be important for you and your plastic surgeon to discuss whether you can undergo the tummy tuck with the breast lift at the same time. Another option may be to perform the lipo and tummy tuck separate from the breast lift. However, your plastic surgeon will carefully examine you. Before any procedure is performed, I would highly suggest a routine EKG, chest x-ray, physical examination, and routine blood work. However, a healthy 58-year-old can successfully undergo a tummy tuck, liposuction, and a breast lift. Good luck.


Sincerely, Dr. Katzen. (“Verified” Plastic Surgeon, President of the American Society of Bariatric Plastic Surgeons, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Fellow of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American College of Surgery, and International College of Surgery, and member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and RealSelf Hall of Fame.)

Hello @Jersey1130 !
Age is not a factor, other health factors are more important - some things to consider prior to surgery for example is BMI. Thank you for your question!