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Hello cakeycurves,Thanks for your questions and pictures! Three to six months is the ideal time period required to wait before getting any surgical procedure after cesarean section. Considering you have already passed that period, I would recommend you consulting with an aesthetic plastic surgeon with verified experience in performing both VASER lipo (the only liposuction procedure proven to cause skin retraction) and fat transfer to the buttocks (BBL). Your plastic surgeon will evaluate your candidacy for these procedures based in your health status, among other factors. During the initial consultation, you will have the opportunity to discuss your particular needs and expectations with your plastic surgeon, who will explain you both alternative and additional treatments for achieving your aesthetic goals. Depending on the presence of skin laxity and stretch marks, he/she might suggest you getting an abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) as well. Best wishes! Dr. De La Cruz.
It is best to wait at least six months so that your body can recover from the changes caused by the pregnancy to avoid complications and improve your recovery time.
Thanks for your question. Women often ask about surgery timing following the birth of a child. Generally, I recommend waiting 6-8 months to allow women to breastfeed for at least 3 months and get back towards their pre-pregnancy weight. Your photos demonstrate that you are a good candidate to consider a BBL. Please consult with an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon to determine how best to suit your interests. Best of luck.
Thank you for your question and providing photos along with it! Typically, you should wait 6 months after having a baby for any type of elective surgical procedure. This gives your body time to adjust back to normal, allowing hormones and swelling to go down. You can certainly meet with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in the meantime to discuss your goals and explore your options. Hope this helps!Best, Dr. Newall
When considering the timing of cosmetic surgery, it is important to note that the longevity of the result is dependent upon your post op stability. Significant changes in weight can alter results. These changes are difficult to predict but they may require revisionary surgery.Thus, when considering pre-pregnancy surgery one must be comfortable with the prospect of a compromised outcome. In the case of BBL, the significant weight changes can lead to skin stretch and loss of elasticity. There is also the potential for unintended weight gain which persists post partum.Post pregnancy is an entirely different situation. It is always best to exhibit restraint in the post-partum period. This is due to the fact that your body is changing dramatically during this period. The hormonal fluctuation can alter size and shape widely during the immediate post-partum period and can continue through the period of nursing. Body contouring during this period is the equivalent of hitting a moving target.The optimal candidate for surgery has reached a healthy stable weight. In the setting of a recent pregnancy and delivery this stable weight can take some time to reach. A general rule of thumb is at least 6-9 months post-partum. If you choose to breast-feed through the first year of life you should allow at least three months following the discontinuation of breast-feeding before considering any procedures.As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS).
