Weight restrictions for a mommy makeover?

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Are there any weight restrictions for having a mommy makeover? I'm 36 years old 5'8" and 220lbs mother of two kids. I've been wanting to have it done for so long. I've lost about 50 lbs in the past few years and i'm super active at the gym a few times a week doing heavy weights and decent cardio. I like the way my legs and arms look. I just need help with my belly and breasts. Thank you!

Mahlon Kerr, MD, FACS · Answer

The safest weight for surgery is a bmi height to weight ratio of under 35. In some cases outcomes are better if your bmi is 30 or less but this depends on body type and goals. Losing 50 lbs is awesome!  Your current bmi is 33. Visit with a few ps in your area to learn more about options and whether surgery now vs later is best. Good luck!

Gary Lawton, MD, FACS · Answer

There is no specific weight.  You need to be examined.You
need to be evaluated in person so the anatomy and available operations can be
presented to you.  Then, you can consider what your goals and expectations
are.  When the surgeon and you agree on a plan that takes into
consideration your present state, what you are trying to achieve, what is
possible, and what will make you happy, then you can proceed.

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

The mommy makeover is a combination of
procedures to bring a woman’s body back to the way she looked prior to
pregnancy. Most commonly some variation of a #TummyTuck and #BeastSurgery are
performed. Additional procedures can include liposuction, umbilical hernia
repair.  The most common
#breastprocedures include #mastopexy or #breastlift, #breastaugmentation,
#breastreduction. Considering the choice of procedures, there are no set limitations on actual body weight going into surgery. All you would need to do is seek out a local surgeon for a consultation in order to find the procedures that would meet your desired results.

Steven Vath, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.Congratulations on your weight loss. In my practice, we will not perform surgery on patients with a BMI of 40 or over. Yours is about 34, so that alone would not preclude you from undergoing surgery. If you do intend to lose more weight, you should be within 10 pounds of your goal weight before proceeding with surgery.I recommend that you seek consultations with a board certified Plastic Surgeon to discuss your options.Best wishes,Dr. Vath

Mark E. Mason, MD · Answer

Congratulations on your hard work paying off! I typically recommend patients be within 10-15 pounds of their goal weight, below a BMI of 30, and done having children, prior to having abdominoplasty surgery. These qualifiers ensure you will get the best result with the least amount of risks. Best of luck and hope this helps!

Steven J. Rottman, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. 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 breast and 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.

Janet Turkle, MD · Answer

Hello,You should be within a reasonable range of your ideal weight. However, a consultation is important so we can assess your general condition, etc. Having surgery when you plan to continue to lose weight is not usually the best idea. We recommend you be near your goal weight before having surgery. Congratulations on your 50 pound weight loss!

Rodger Shortt, FRCSC · Answer

In general I would advise my patients that they will get a better result and better value if they have their mommy makeover closer to their ideal weight.  I don't think starving one's self to get there makes sense as people are prone to putting weight back on.  I think a sensible exercise program and good nutrition is the key.  I think it is reasonable to speak to surgeons now, but most would probably tell you the same thing.  Consider this, if you had it now and then lost 40 pounds you would not be happy with the tummy tuck and would potentially need to redo it.I want my patients to have a beautiful result immediately.  However, I want them to maintain that for the duration.  That is where a stable weight is so important.Dr Rodger ShorttOakville Plastic SurgeonDirector of Cosmetic Surgery Training &Assistant Clinical Professor,McMaster University

Richard Baxter, MD · Answer

Studies how the risk of surgical complications increases when the BMI is more than 30. For elective surgery, it is best to do everything you can to minimize risk. Congrats on your weight loss!

William Bruno, MD · Answer

There are no specific weight restrictions for a mommy makeover, but you should be at a stable weight prior to having any cosmetic surgery. It's great that you lost 50 lbs. A consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon will give you more information.Best wishes,Dr.Bruno

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