Should I wait 6 months after stopping breast feeding for BBL?

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I was about to book my BBL with a doctor, but was told that I had to wait 6 months after stopping breastfeeding to get a Brazilian Butt Lift because of hormones. Is this true? And if so, why?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The lactation process is more of an issue with breast surgery.  Mothers will usually need at least 3 months for recovery and to return to a stable weight, although there is certainly a great deal of variability in this.  You want to obtain the best possible results from the surgery.Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Dhaval M. Patel, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! I suggest my patients wait 3 months after breastfeeding for surgery.  You need to let your hormones get back to their normal levels.  Best of luck.Dr Dhaval PatelDouble Board CertifiedPlastic Surgeon Hoffman EstatesOakbrookOrland Park Chicago

Carolina Restrepo, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question. Usually patients wait around 3 months after breast feeding to have cosmetic surgery. That said, you definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  Best is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

hello thank you for your question and provided information as well.. based in your question , is recommended after palstic surgery wait 6 month after surgery to get a other surgery.

Kelvin Eusebio, MD · Answer

Dear Kiralyn83,Pregnancy and breast feeding are 2 different things. After pregnancy you should wait for 6-12 months,  if you already have this time passed and have a stable weight  only a few weeks (4)  are necessary after breast feeding is done. Best wishes

Donovan Rosas, MD · Answer

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 post-pregnancy surgery one must understand the best candidate for surgery has reached a healthy stable weight pre-op which they plan to maintain post op. This can take several months to achieve in the post partum period. 
Recommendations will vary but most patients will stabilize (hormonally) by 9-12 months post partum or 3 months after the cessation of breast feeding (whichever is longer). Allowing adequate time to plateau will make you a better candidate.
As always, discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon (ABPS)

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
Yes, that is correct. You can be a candidate for plastic surgery, six months after you have stoped breastfeeding, when your hormones have normalized.
l recommend you to make an appointment with a board certified plastic surgeon to talk about your goals and anything you need to know.
Good luck :)

Israel Manon, MD · Answer

Hello
I recommend you wait 6 months after giving birth to get any cosmetic surgery and you can wait a couple of weeks after you are done breast feeding.  You have to  be evaluated  to accomplish what you wished. Consult with a certified plastic surgeon.
Regards
Dr. Israel Mañon
Certified Plastic Surgeon

Adolfo Sesto, MD · Answer

Hi. I asked my patients to wait just 3 month after the last day of breastfeeding to allow the hormones get back to their normal level to avoid hiperpigmentation of scars. But you should follow your PS recommendation.International Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)Member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPSMember of the International Confederation of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (IPRAS)25 years of experience

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