Optimizing mommy makeover results - will weight loss be sufficient or should I consider surgical procedures? (photo)

Dear Mia1978,

it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.

Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Thanks for your question!
It looks like you are at a good weight to have your surgery. Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options. Best wishes!

Hello and thank you for your question. Congratulations on your amazing weight loss achievements. From your photo, I do not believe further weight loss will get you to your goals - there is notable skin laxity that will not improve with further diet/exercise. Your best bet would be surgical tightening through abdominoplasty. Options for non/less invasive (but also less dramatic) skin tightening would be morpheus 8/body tite, ellacor, or hyperdilute radiesse. Good luck on your journey!

Congratulations on your incredible 60-pound weight loss—it’s a remarkable achievement! From your photo, it looks like you’re ready for a surgical mommy makeover. Specifically, a tummy tuck would be the only way to effectively address the excess skin and potential muscle separation, as these issues won’t improve with further weight loss or exercise.
For your breasts, any needed revisions would also require a surgical approach, although it’s somewhat unclear from the photo what specific corrections might be best. With the hard work you’ve already done, you’re in a great position to achieve your aesthetic goals through surgery.

Thank you for your question. Your natural weight loss has already optimized your fat levels, leaving excess skin as the primary concern. Further weight loss is unlikely to improve skin quality or elasticity and might leave you frustrated if your goals remain unmet. Moving forward with a mommy makeover—including an extended tummy tuck and breast revision—would provide the contouring and rejuvenation you need. A consultation with a skilled surgeon will help determine the best approach for your goals while avoiding unnecessary procedures like liposuction if that’s not your priority.

Thank you for your question. You’ve already achieved significant weight loss with good muscle tone; further weight loss isn’t necessary to reach your goals. The excess skin you’re noticing is likely the main issue preventing you from seeing the full results of your hard work. This makes you a good candidate for a mommy makeover. A mommy makeover with an extended tummy tuck will address the loose skin by removing the excess and tightening your abdominal area, giving you a flatter, more contoured look. For breast revision (BL/BA), this will help restore shape and lift, particularly after weight loss, which can lead to changes in breast volume and position. However, your surgeon can assess your current body composition in person and give you a more tailored plan, but based on what you’ve shared, surgery will provide the optimal outcome.

First of all, congratulations on your weight loss! You should be very proud of losing 60 pounds! I typically recommend for patients to be at or near their ideal weight prior to surgery. By your photos, you seem to be quite lean, so if you generally like the way your clothes fit and your current size, but are ready to improve the appearance of the skin laxity of your abdomen, I think it is reasonable to proceed with surgery. I do recommend to most patients undergoing a tummy tuck to also have at least a small amount of liposuction to the flanks and upper abdomen to provide the most contoured, sculpted result. Liposuction will augment your results without adding to the downtime of your recovery. Best of luck in your journey!

Thanks for your question! I think the key is being happy with your weight where it's at. You shouldn't lose more weight than you are comfortable with. Best of luck!

Thank you for your inquiry and congratulations on your weight loss! You have excess abdominal skin making you a great candidate for this procedure without additional weight loss. We would love to help you reach your goals. Schedule a consultation with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon!

Your picture demonstrates excellent muscle tone with some separation in the lower abdomen. You have a significant amount of excess skin. Losing weight will not help this nor would liposuction. It's hard to tell how far down your skin can be pulled for a tummy tuck without examining you in person but I believe this is your best option.Hope this helps.