What is the highest BMI you would perform a mommy makeover surgery at? (Photo)

For most cases, including “mommy makeover’” I use BMI 35 as my upper limit. Of course that number is a guideline and not absolute, as people’s bodies are shaped differently. That said, a BMI in the high 30’s, let alone 40’s or 50’s is generally off the table for me as too high risk, and I recommend these patients seek nutritional counseling and support with weight loss.

Thanks for your question. For a mommy makeover procedure at my practice, there is a body mass index (BMI) limit of 33, which is based on your height and weight. From the info you provided, your BMI is 52.4 and over the required limit for this surgery. I recommend you speak with your primary care physician to discuss weight loss options so you can be ready for your surgery. Please always consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. Take care, Dr. Moises Salama, board certified plastic surgeon.

Thanks for your question! Every doctor is different but our BMI requirements for our surgicenter are 40 or less. The higher the BMI, the higher risk of wound healing issues, infection, etc. Also, to do a tummy tuck on you at your current weight, you wouldn’t be completely happy because you wouldn’t be completely flat afterwards. I would strongly advise you getting to your goal weight prior to moving forward with surgery. Good luck!

The recommended BMI for patients considering elective plastic surgery is 30 or below. Those above this threshold are at higher risk of complications such as seroma, infection, and poor wound healing. There are scenarios where higher BMI limits may be considered, but at a BMI of 52 unfortunately you are not currently a candidate.

The question should not be, can you have surgery, it should be SHOULD you have surgery at an elevated BMI. It is well known that operating on people with a BMI greater than 30 increases their risk of bleeding, infection, tissue loss, seromas, poor result, deep vein thrombosis, wound separation significantly. If you were having elective surgery, it makes sense to minimize the risk of these happening, and a BMI 30 or less is the best way to do this. I recommend that you consult a bariatric surgeon and dietitian and work on weight loss prior to considering any elective cosmetic surgery. Best wishes.

Although I don’t have an exact answer for your BMI question, I can tell you that you would not get a great result from mommy makeover at this weight. You have a lot of excess inside your abdomen and this would not be corrected by mommy makeover anyway. Also, at your current BMI, there is a higher chance of complications. I suggest weight loss.. you can do it the old fashioned way with proper diet and exercise, or else consider weight loss surgery. Talk to your primary doctor about the best options for you. Good luck!