Older candidates for mommy makeover, possible or not?

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I would like to know why PS will not perform work on women 55 and older?, I have noticed the majority of RS community are younger, should I just forget it. I am healthy, no diabetes, but I do have high blood pressure which it has remained below 120/80 and I monitor daily, plus I can come off medication after losing 20 lbs. which I am in the process to getting healthy. Your comments will help me understand.

Luis Macias, MD, FACS · Answer

I'm not sure why that surgeon says that. If you are otherwise healthy,your blood pressure is under good control, you would likely find a board certified plastic surgeon who would perform cosmetic surgery on you. I commonly perform mommy makeovers in patients around your age. Consider obtaining another consultation.

Ozge Ergun, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. There's no age limit for mommy makeover procedure. However, patients must be over 18 years of age.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Far more important than deciding if MM is for you is the skill and experience of your plastic surgeon. Choose your surgeon rather than the technique and let him explain why one technique may be better than another and if you need a tummy tuck. Many board certified plastic surgeons provide a free first time consult and you should take advantage of that! 
A woman’s body can be unexpectedly altered nearly from head-to-toe after pregnancy and childbirth. Mommy makeover procedures are varied yet specific, allowing you to restore and rejuvenate your body to a youthful, healthier look, regardless of how you have been affected by pregnancy.
Mommy makeover procedures include:
Breast augmentation: After pregnancy, a woman’s breasts may change dramatically, whether or not she even chooses to breastfeed her child. After the need for breastmilk production passes, breasts will often reduce in size but leave excess loose skin, especially in the upper region. Breast augmentation can restore a woman’s breasts to her ideal shape and size. Breast lift:Removing excess skin around the breasts following a pregnancy can tighten and visibly lift the breast. Depending the amount of “lifting” required, the incisions necessary to complete the procedure may vary but are generally low. Tummy tuck:Most women will experience a noticeable change to their abdominal region after pregnancy, either caused by excess skin and increased body fat, or a weakening of the muscles that causes the stomach to sag. Another common condition is a protruding bellybutton. All of these alterations can be improved and restored through a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty. In some cases, stretch marks can be eliminated entirely, or the bellybutton can be removed through umbilicoplasty. Liposuction: Pregnant or nursing women can experience fat build ups in new locations throughout their bodies, including the stomach, hips, legs, and arms. Liposuction is an easy and effective way to address these extra fat pockets. We can also help you figure out if diet and exercise used in conjunction with liposuction will be to your benefit. Labiaplasty: The birth canal undergoes great stress and pressure when giving birth, sometimes causing tears or damage to the labia and vagina. Labiaplasty and vaginal tightening are two outpatient procedures we can use to restore the elasticity and strength of your labia and vagina. Skin pigment correction: Sometimes called “the mask of pregnancy,” discolored splotches of brown and red often appear on a pregnant woman’s face. Our skin aesthetician from BioSpa, our clinical skin care department, can use laser treatments, chemical peels, gradual bleaching, and other gentle yet effective techniques to correct alterations in your skin pigmentation. Varicose vein removal: Darkened and thickened veins that arise during pregnancy may be distracting, unpleasant, and permanent. Talk to our team about varicose vein removal and reduction procedures, including lasers, injections, and minimal outpatient surgery options. Using a combination of operations and procedures is also highly recommended. Not only will you likely reduce the overall cost of your mommy makeover, but you reduce the amount of anesthetics and the recovery time needed after procedures. Ask our team about how you can combine operations into the least number of visits possible.
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Ellen A. Janetzke, MD · Answer

It sounds as if you should be a reasonable candidate for a mommy makeover. Your age is only part of your surgical risk. If you are otherwise healthy I see no reason why a 55 year old woman could not have this surgery.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Your age by itself will not prevent you from having a mommy makeover.  I
would search for the board certified plastic surgeon who you feel is
most likely to give you the best results and who performs hundreds of
these procedures each year. I would look at patient reviews as well as
before and after photos on that surgeon's website.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

I can't say why your plastic surgeon said that. If you are in good health, 55-65 is not old! I recommend that you seek out another opinion from a board certified plastic surgeon.

William Andrade, MD · Answer

I agree that the majority of RS community is younger but I wouldn't interpret this to mean that women 55 and older are not seeking cosmetic surgery and getting great results.  Your overall health, anatomy, goals and expectations are much more important considerations than your age.  Well-controlled high blood pressure in itself should not prevent a person from having a mommy makeover, although your PS would likely want to ensure you had a proper cardiac assessment by your family doctor or other specialists, and are cleared for surgery.

Afshin Parhiscar, MD · Answer

Dear RealmeAlthough age does have an impact on the extent and type of procedures that are performed, your health and physical condition are perhaps just as , if not more important. Seek advice/consultation from a well trained and Board certified Plastic surgeon. I think you may be pleasantly surprised!!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

If you are in general good health and otherwise a candidate for the planned procedures you can absolutely have a Mommy Makeover at your age and older.  As safety is always the number one priority, you may be asked to undergo some lab work or tests to ensure you are safe for surgery.  I've included a video on this topic that I hope you find helpful.

M. Dean Vistnes, MD · Answer

Overall health is far more important than your actual age. If you are in good health you can have cosmetic surgery. Find a board certified plastic surgeon in your area to come up with the best treatment plan. Good luck. Dean Vistnes.

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