If my BMI is a 38 would I still be a candidate for a mommy makeover?

Far more important than deciding if a tummy tuck or a mommy makeover 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!See the below link on some suggestions on finding the most qualified Plastic Surgeon for you!

I recommend a BMI of 35 or below.  Being within 10 pounds of your ideal weight typically results in a better outcome. Schedule an in-office consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to obtain an assessment of your medical history and to ensure proper medical clearance for the MM.  Staying in touch with your plastic surgeon through emails, phone calls, or office visits is key to understanding your ultimate goals and realistic outcomes.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Thank you for your question.  I believe it is best to be within 10 - 15 pounds of your ideal body weight prior to surgery for optimal results. Please consult with a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in body contouring for an in-person examination. Ask to see a lot of before and after pictures of their work to understand what can be achieved. Hope this helps and good luck.

You wouldn't be a good candidate for the surgery.Studies show that when the BMI is above 30 or weight is above 200, the risks of the surgery are significantly higher.Also, the result wouldn't look as good.What works better is to do the very hard work of weight loss first, and then reward yourself with the mommy makeover when your weight is close to your target level.  Then the extra loose skin that is now evident with the weight loss can be removed as well.All the best,

Thank you for sharing your question.  Unfortunately without photographs recommendations can only be based on your BMI of 38.  In most cases this is too high to safely perform surgery that will result in a meaningful improvement in appearance.   I would follow a healthy diet and exercise lifestyle to first lose weight and then pursue surgery as this will minimize your risks while maximize your results.  Hope this helps.

Thank you for this question. Having a BMI above 30 dramatically increases the risks of surgery. With a BMI above 30, you have at least a doubling of the risks of serious infection and wound healing delays/complications. The recommendation for a lower than 30 BMI comes from the American Society of Plastic SurgeonsYou may need to see a medical professional for weight loss help. Best wishes, Dr. ALDO

For elective plastic surgery it is recommended that you have a BMI of 30 or less. Those above this threshold have an increased risk of complications such as seroma, infection, and poor wound healing. The lower BMI will also give your surgeon the opportunity to maximize your results.

Hello dear!Thanks for the question. Unfortunately a BMI of 38 means that you are too overweight and it's not recommended to performance a plastic surgery under that condition. I recommend you to lose some weight and then make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals.Good luck :) 

Congratulations on your weight loss. In general, a BMI of 30 or less
is considered ideal but this is not a hard and fast rule.
Most plastic surgeons suggest that you finish having children and get your
weight within 10 pounds of your ideal weight before undergoing an
abdominoplasty with repair of the stretched out abdominal muscles and
liposuction of selective areas, in order to achieve the best long term cosmetic
result with the least potential complications.
Following the advice of anyone who would presume to tell you what to do without
seeing photos and more importantly without taking a full medical history,
examining you, feeling and assessing your tissue tone, discussing your desired
outcome and fully informing you about the pros and cons of each option would
not be in your best interest. Find a plastic surgeon that you are comfortable
with and one that you trust and listen to his or her advice. The surgeon should
be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of
the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). You should discuss
your concerns with that surgeon in person.
Robert Singer, MD FACS
La Jolla, California.

You are very overweight with that very high BMI your risks of postoperative complications statistically increases much to high to offer you safe surgery.