I’m 6 months post op Mommy makeover tummy tuck, muscle repair, breast lift with 330cc moderate profile silicone implants. However I have no upper pole fullness, my breast appear long with slightly raised nipples that point outward on both sides. My tummy tuck has hanging sling when I bend over, a large roll with sitting and a very ugly odd shape at the bottom of the incision that was Sonos’and diagnosed as “compartmentalized fat related to surgery”
Answer: Ask your surgeon for a revision Hi RSProfile3695427, First off, It looks like you have come a long way with your mommy makeover, looking at your picture number 6, so congratulations on that! Once the swelling subsides, it can be disappointing to find out that your skin elasticity is not corrected by removing some of that skin and fat. Just getting active again will stretch things out a bit, and your skin won't spring back the way it used to. On top of that, your body is trying to reaccumulate the missing reserves of fat that were removed-- that's the so-called rebound effect. That doesn't mean anything was done wrong, but it is a reason to optimize your diet and get to a sustainable weight plan before surgery. Once all those changes settle in, if the skin is loose in places, that can relatively easily be tightened without having to redo everything. You surgeon knows that, and would very likely want to see you get to your goals. Ask for help-- the time, cost and recovery are all much easier than the first round, and your surgeon will meet you partway. I know I would. Hope that helps!
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Answer: Ask your surgeon for a revision Hi RSProfile3695427, First off, It looks like you have come a long way with your mommy makeover, looking at your picture number 6, so congratulations on that! Once the swelling subsides, it can be disappointing to find out that your skin elasticity is not corrected by removing some of that skin and fat. Just getting active again will stretch things out a bit, and your skin won't spring back the way it used to. On top of that, your body is trying to reaccumulate the missing reserves of fat that were removed-- that's the so-called rebound effect. That doesn't mean anything was done wrong, but it is a reason to optimize your diet and get to a sustainable weight plan before surgery. Once all those changes settle in, if the skin is loose in places, that can relatively easily be tightened without having to redo everything. You surgeon knows that, and would very likely want to see you get to your goals. Ask for help-- the time, cost and recovery are all much easier than the first round, and your surgeon will meet you partway. I know I would. Hope that helps!
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Answer: Surgery I would suggest going back to your surgeon and discussing your concerns and options for revisions. Don't delay going back.
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Answer: Surgery I would suggest going back to your surgeon and discussing your concerns and options for revisions. Don't delay going back.
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October 7, 2022
Answer: Mommy makeover Thanks for your question! I think the best place for you to start would be speaking to your plastic surgeon that did the surgery. Maybe he/she has recommendations for revision or to expedite the healing process. If you aren't satisfied with what they have to say, you can seek a second opinion in person. Good luck!
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October 7, 2022
Answer: Mommy makeover Thanks for your question! I think the best place for you to start would be speaking to your plastic surgeon that did the surgery. Maybe he/she has recommendations for revision or to expedite the healing process. If you aren't satisfied with what they have to say, you can seek a second opinion in person. Good luck!
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September 29, 2022
Answer: Mommy makeover post op concerns Thank you for you questions regarding post op concern after mommy makeover procedures. Thank you for including photos. Although photos are included, it can still be hard to see exactly what is going on and needing to compare to your before photos. Regardless, it sounds like you are not happy with your results. For specific questions like this and about your recovery in general, it is best to speak directly with your doctor or doctor’s representative – such as his or her nurse, or the physician on call for the practice. You will likely get many differing opinions from members of the RealSelf Community, but they have not personally seen or examined you. Nobody should know you or your unique set of circumstances better than your doctor. If you feel you are not being listened to or you are doubting your doctor’s recommendations, then it is certainly within your rights to seek a second opinion and get the advice from another board certified physician. This should be done through an in-person consultation with a thorough evaluation, including a review of your history, review of all prior treatment and with a physical examination. Best of luck!
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September 29, 2022
Answer: Mommy makeover post op concerns Thank you for you questions regarding post op concern after mommy makeover procedures. Thank you for including photos. Although photos are included, it can still be hard to see exactly what is going on and needing to compare to your before photos. Regardless, it sounds like you are not happy with your results. For specific questions like this and about your recovery in general, it is best to speak directly with your doctor or doctor’s representative – such as his or her nurse, or the physician on call for the practice. You will likely get many differing opinions from members of the RealSelf Community, but they have not personally seen or examined you. Nobody should know you or your unique set of circumstances better than your doctor. If you feel you are not being listened to or you are doubting your doctor’s recommendations, then it is certainly within your rights to seek a second opinion and get the advice from another board certified physician. This should be done through an in-person consultation with a thorough evaluation, including a review of your history, review of all prior treatment and with a physical examination. Best of luck!
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September 26, 2022
Answer: Mommy Makeover Results Thank you for your photos and questions. It appears that in order to have improvement you will need a revision. Higher profile implants may give you more of the upper pole fullness you are wanting. Liposuction of the hips and flanks as well as revision to the tummy tuck to address excess fat and skin should improve your results. I encourage you to begin by discussing your concerns with your surgeon.
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September 26, 2022
Answer: Mommy Makeover Results Thank you for your photos and questions. It appears that in order to have improvement you will need a revision. Higher profile implants may give you more of the upper pole fullness you are wanting. Liposuction of the hips and flanks as well as revision to the tummy tuck to address excess fat and skin should improve your results. I encourage you to begin by discussing your concerns with your surgeon.
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